Financial Wellness: The Benefits of Giving
Financial Wellness: The Benefits of Giving We’ve all heard the saying, “It is better to give, than to receive.” Did you know there is actual scientific research that backs up that statement? Experts have found that giving creates a “warm glow” of dopamine in the body, lighting up the same parts of the brain as […]
Celebrating Women’s Health Month: Prioritizing Wellness at Every Age
Celebrating Women’s Health Month: Prioritizing Wellness at Every Age Each May, Women’s Health Month serves as a meaningful reminder for women to prioritize their health and well-being—no matter their age or stage of life. At Brio Living Services, we believe that healthy aging starts with proactive choices, strong support systems, and access to the right […]
LifeCircles PACE Medical Director Named 2026 Medical Director of the Year
LifeCircles PACE Medical Director Named 2026 Medical Director of the Year Iris Boettcher, MD, CMD was honored recently at The Foundation for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine (PALTmed)’s annual conference in Anaheim, California as the Foundation’s 2026 Medical Director of the Year award recipient. The Medical Director of the Year Award recognizes those individuals whose […]
Considering Retirement Communities: Is It Really Less Expensive to Stay in Your Home?
Considering Retirement Communities: Is It Really Less Expensive to Stay in Your Home?Many older adults say that one of the reasons they want to stay in their own home is because it is less expensive. Although this can be true in some cases, it is important to know that the actual cost savings may not […]
Occupational Therapy Month: ‘Helping you get back to being you’
Occupational Therapy Month: ‘Helping you get back to being you’ April is Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, a time to celebrate the work of occupational therapists and build awareness of the field of OT. This year’s theme is “Enriching lives through meaningful engagement.” The American Occupational Therapy Association explains the field as “a science-driven, evidence-based profession […]
Stress Awareness Month: Finding Balance and Building Resilience
Stress Awareness Month: Finding Balance and Building Resilience Each April, Stress Awareness Month encourages us to pause and take a closer look at how stress affects our daily lives—and what we can do to manage it. At Brio Living Services, we believe that understanding and managing stress is an essential part of healthy, independent living […]