When loss of appetite and tiredness show up together, days can quickly become a drag. Meals lose their pull, energy dips earlier, and it gets harder to keep the steady rhythm that supports feeling like yourself. At The Remington, we help make that rhythm easier to rebuild with appealing dining, comfortable apartment homes, and daily opportunities to stay connected and engaged, without the stress of household upkeep.
This matters because low food intake can become a real risk over time. The Administration for Community Living notes that about 1 in 2 older adults is at risk for malnutrition, and ongoing appetite changes can be part of that picture.
We are located in Hanford, CA, which is known for its food scene, with a wide variety of eateries in this historic Central Valley City. At The Remington, our diverse and appealing menus mirror that, and can help seniors struggling with nutrition get back on the road to better health.
Appetite changes often have more than one driver, and the pattern matters more than any single day. For many older adults, the shift is gradual, and it can be tied to both body changes and day-to-day context.
As we age, taste and smell can become less sharp, which can make meals feel less satisfying. UCLA Health notes that a meaningful percentage of older adults experience appetite loss with aging, sometimes called anorexia of aging. There can be a number of underlying factors, but it is possible to improve it.
Eating is rarely just about hunger. Nutrition and mood often move together, so stress, low mood, grief, or eating alone can quietly reduce interest in food over time. If your current lifestyle, including managing your own home, is becoming increasingly stressful, making the move to independent living could lighten your load.
Sometimes it is not the food itself - it's the effort around it. This could lead to:
The good news is that it doesn't have to be this way. Working with your healthcare provider and looking at ways to reduce the causes of low appetite can help you to enjoy your food once again.
Fatigue in aging can come from lifestyle patterns, sleep disruption, stress, or medication side effects. It can also show up when the day feels unstructured or when meals become irregular and lighter than usual.
If sleep is lighter or more fragmented, energy often drops earlier. It can help to notice whether tiredness clusters at certain times of day, or after certain activities, because that can point to a rhythm issue rather than a motivation issue.
If meals get smaller and less consistent, the body has less fuel. That is one reason loss of appetite and tiredness can show up together. A few clues that energy may be connected to intake include:
In independent living, the goal is not to take over. It is to reduce the friction that makes good days harder to repeat. At The Remington, we support healthy routines with comfortable apartment homes, inviting shared spaces, and a setting where meals and engagement are easier to keep consistent.
Dining can be a turning point when it is enjoyable and social. We offer restaurant-style dining with dietitian-approved menus, including meals made from scratch onsite using local ingredients, plus a private dining room for meaningful get-togethers.
When there are built-in options, it is easier to choose what fits your energy that day. Our community includes spaces and amenities that support day-to-day momentum:
What sets our model apart is choice. A choice of third-party providers is available onsite for convenience, and residents are under no obligation to use any particular one. That flexibility can support peace of mind, especially when you want to stay independent while keeping options open.
Try tracking patterns for two weeks. Write down what was eaten, roughly how much, and what the day looked like around meals. Often, you will see a clear link between routine and intake, such as smaller breakfasts, skipped lunches, or better eating when meals are shared.
If the pattern is steady and intake keeps trending down, that is useful information to bring into your next conversation with a healthcare professional.
Pick one morning anchor and one afternoon anchor. A morning anchor could be a consistent breakfast time or a short walk. An afternoon anchor could be a social check-in, a simple activity, or a quiet time in a shared space.
Gradually build a week that feels predictable, because predictability often supports steadier sleep and steadier appetite.
Sharing a meal, sitting together for coffee, or inviting a loved one to a low-key community event can help food feel connected to comfort again. It also helps to offer small choices, such as soup or a sandwich, inside or outside seating, and earlier or later dinner.
If loss of appetite and tiredness are making the days feel harder, we are here to help you rediscover a steadier footing. Aside from our delicious meals and outstanding amenities, what sets us apart at The Remington is access to third-party supportive services, which are not common in independent living.
These services include personalized home health care, non-medical home care, on-site therapies, and even hospice care, making your independent living apartment a true long-term home.
Schedule a tour and discover the difference for yourself.