Making the move to senior living can be akin to leaving a heavy load of homeownership responsibilities behind. From keeping on top of housekeeping chores to paying insurance, you will no longer have to worry about multiple monthly payments. Instead, everything is covered under one convenient monthly payment when you choose to live at our…
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Social relationships are known to be crucial to seniors’ overall well-being. Not only can loneliness result in feelings of depression, it can also lead to several physical and mental health problems. Many seniors do feel isolated at home although they may try to mask it. Coping with household chores can also pose a problem as…
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Moving into independent living communities is a difficult choice to be made by mature adults and their families. However, this decision does have many benefits for them. It allows mature adults to live in a supportive and comfortable environment in their golden years. Such communities do encourage independence amongst residents as they are given the…
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It’s normal and natural to find that your energy levels have taken a dip the older you get. This can be inconvenient when there are so many things you wish to do. The good news is that there are certain things you can do to boost your energy levels, and most of them can be…
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In recent years, the focus has increasingly shifted to mental health. When looked at from a holistic health point of view, mental health is just as important as physical health when it comes to attaining happiness. When you are stressed out or worried, this can take a toll on your physical health, coming with common…
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After retirement, you may find that you have a tougher time making friends than before. This may not have anything intrinsic to do with age, but now that you have left the world of work forever, you no longer have a circle of people around you, ripe for potential friendships. Instead, you will find that…
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When considering making the move to our Champion Forest senior living community, you may be wondering if independent living is the right option for you. Many seniors have sentimental attachments to the homes they have lived in for years, and may be reluctant to make such a big move. However, understanding the benefits you can…
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Approximately 95 percent of seniors prefer to live independently after their retirement. One of the choices that seniors have is to stay at an independent living community. It is important that seniors choose a facility that can keep them safe, comfortable, and provide plenty of opportunities for them to stay active and healthy. How do…
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Whether a senior prefers ageing in place or moving to an independent living community, there can come a time when circumstances change. Regardless of their preferences when it comes to living arrangements, what many seniors can agree on is that they want to stay active as much as possible. Our independent living community in Alden…
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As you embark on your golden years, you may already have a nest egg in place for your senior living options. However, you may find that the reality is very different when you start to explore your options for real. For instance, you may be unaware that Medicaid does not pay for the cost of…
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