Independent Living: Kicks off Active Aging Week!

Celebrate Active Aging Week at Heisinger Bluffs in Jefferson City, Missouri, where independent living is embraced.

A group of elderly people posing for a picture in a room

Welcome to the start of Active Aging Week here at Heisinger Bluffs! 🌿 We're celebrating with a splash of green to promote health and wellness in Jefferson City, Missouri. Our Independent Living residents got creative by upcycling magazines into beautiful bowls. Meanwhile, Unity Park and our Care Center delved into the world of leafy greens and MyPlate nutrition. Join us in embracing a vibrant and healthy lifestyle right here in Jefferson City!

A senior wearing a hospital gown sitting on a hospital bed

Article October 29, 2026

What Families Should Know About Delirium After Hospitalization in Seniors

By Heisinger Bluffs Editorial

Delirium after hospitalization is common in older adults. Learn the signs, why it is missed, how long recovery takes, and how families can help at home.

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A senior sitting at a room with her hand on her forehead

Article October 29, 2026

Aging, Cognitive Impairment, and Dementia: What's the Difference?

By Heisinger Bluffs Editorial

Aging, cognitive impairment, and dementia are not the same. Learn what changes are normal, what MCI means, and when memory changes need evaluation.

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A caregiver helping a senior stand during recovery

Article October 28, 2026

What Can Delay Recovery After Surgery in Seniors?

By Heisinger Bluffs Editorial

What can delay recovery after surgery in seniors? Frailty, poor nutrition, delirium, immobility, and medication issues, plus how to prevent each.

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Article October 27, 2026

How to Prepare an Older Adult for a Hospital Stay

By Heisinger Bluffs Editorial

Learn how to prepare an older adult for a hospital stay: medication lists, advance directives, what to pack, and discharge planning that protects recovery.

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