Category: Retirement Living

Retirement: the oasis on the other side of hard work. A new chapter where the workday grind is replaced by a parade of friends, family, travel and hobbies. Or so we imagine. The actual experience of retirement life is not always so sunny. After the novelty of not working wears off, many retirees struggle with… Continue reading How to Thrive in Retirement Life

Moving into a new space gives you the opportunity to design an environment you love. Recreate a familiar ambience or use this transition to create a new idea of home. The possibilities are endless. These ideas can help you get started. #1 Arrange your space like home Even if your new home is smaller than… Continue reading 7 Ways to Make Your Senior Apartment Feel Like Home

Since its start on April 22, 1970, Earth Day has grown from a one-time event into an annual celebration observed globally by hundreds of countries. Millions of people around the world come together to plant trees, pick up litter and pledge to make more earth-conscious choices in their daily lives. Though Earth Day is celebrated… Continue reading Holiday’s Commitment to Earth Day

Moving is one of life’s most stressful events. In fact, a OnePoll survey found that the average American thinks moving is more stressful than divorce or having a child. Moving to a smaller space can increase the stress even more. Understandably, emotional ties to your home and belongings make parting with some items very difficult.… Continue reading 8 Tips for Downsizing to a Retirement Living Community

Having a dog as a pet provides seniors with great motivation to get out and get moving, but studies prove that the benefits of pet ownership don’t stop there. A University of Michigan poll on healthy aging shows that the social connection that comes with pet ownership promotes well-being in seniors. All varieties of pets… Continue reading Why Are Pets Good for Seniors?

Life at an independent living community means enjoying the convenience of a maintenance-free apartment without the rigors of home and yard upkeep, cooking meals and other daily tasks. For many, independent living provides an exciting new opportunity, but the process of finding the right community can seem daunting. Luckily, a few helpful tips – like… Continue reading Finding the Best Independent Living Community for You

We all sense that life is better with others, but researchers have confirmed it: Community and connection are crucial for good health. Dr. Chad Snyder, Clinical Director of telehealth provider MeMD®, says “Building social networks and participating in social activities are like exercise for your brain.” Just like exercising muscles keeps you physically fit, exercising… Continue reading Good Friends Are Key to Senior Health and Wellness

All those daily tasks keep you from thriving. Whether it’s household maintenance or food preparation, staff at independent living communities take care of the details so you can pursue what you love.  Furthermore, independent living doesn’t mean living alone. In a community, your best friends live just down the hall, meals are enjoyed together and… Continue reading Independent Living Offers Freedom of Choice

It’s easy to lose track of everything we have to do in a day. Cooking, cleaning, mowing the grass, running errands – plus paying bills for utilities and other services. Not to mention the unexpected plumbing problem. With all of life’s little tasks, it’s a wonder we have time for anything we actually want to… Continue reading Living Well Is Easy in an Independent Living Community