Category: Retirement Living

As we age, finding the right living situation becomes increasingly important. Whether you’re planning for yourself or helping a family member, understanding the financial implications of various senior living options is crucial. Here’s a quick look at the differences in pricing for 55+ apartments, independent living, assisted living, nursing homes and home health care in… Continue reading See the Average Monthly Costs for Senior Living and Compare

Researching your family tree can be a fun and fulfilling journey to embark on during retirement. It can give you more insight into your parents and other family members you’ve known for years while also introducing you to ancestors and distant relatives you never knew existed. With an abundance of user-friendly genealogical websites to choose… Continue reading Discovering Your Roots: How to Start Researching Your Family Tree

Retirement is a significant milestone in life. After decades of hard work, you finally have more freedom in how to spend your time. This provides an opportunity to travel, pursue hobbies, enjoy time with family or simply relax. But retirement can also leave seniors wondering: Now what? After the initial excitement wears off, many retirees… Continue reading Working After Retirement: Why It Might Be the Right Option for You

Simplifying your surroundings can lead to a clearer mind, reduced stress, and a renewed sense of purpose. Here’s a list of steps to guide you through the process: One Step at a Time: Start small by focusing on one area at a time. Whether it’s a drawer, a closet, or a room, tackling one space… Continue reading Your Guide to Decluttering & Simplifying Your Life This New Year

Great news for bookworms: reading is good for you! Reading is still a popular activity in America, and for good reason. People of all ages, but especially seniors, benefit from relaxing with a good book, as it can lower stress, offer mental stimulation and even improve memory. Many of the best books for seniors are… Continue reading 10 Best Books for Seniors: A List of Residents’ Favorites

Retirement travel is booming again. Following a pandemic-related drop over the past three years, Americans over 60 years old once again reign as the age group most likely to travel. Climb aboard for travel tips and retirement vacation ideas that are just right for older travelers. What makes older travelers special Being a senior is… Continue reading Travel Fun, Travel Smart: Best Vacation Ideas for Seniors

Bingo? Knitting? Senior pickleball? How DO retirees spend all their free time? Excellent question! So good, in fact, we decided to share the real-life, day-to-day doings of the retirees we know best: Holiday by Atria residents. Turns out, they’ve come up with some meaningful and creative ways to spend their retirement. Whether you plan to… Continue reading Need Inspiration? Here’s 12 Things to Do After You Retire.

Ah, retirement! No alarm clock, no hassles. Time to kick back, relax and take it easy – right? Not so fast. The truth is, after the initial thrill wears off, many retirees may wonder how they’ll fill the hours, days and weeks ahead. Lonely seniors might miss the sense of purpose and social connection they… Continue reading 8 Benefits of Senior Volunteer Programs

Research shows that friendship is critical for health and well-being. While that’s true at any age, it’s especially true for older adults, who may experience premature memory aging, depression and even increased risks to physical health as a result of loneliness. If you’ve been feeling lonely – you’re not alone. An AARP study found that… Continue reading Making and Keeping Senior Friendships

A road trip along Route 66, European jet-setting, tropical cruises – retirement offers the time to have the experiences you’ve always dreamed of. Whether you’re traveling by plane, train or automobile, here are seven tips for staying safe and keeping the good times rolling on your next trip. 1. Pack smarter, not harder Packing well… Continue reading 7 Tips for Safe Senior Travel