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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Summer is the perfect season to take advantage of the best offerings of the weather and life. There are many things that can be done with the longer sunnier days, making it the perfect season to complete whatever you or your loved ones have wanted to do. Prepare a bucket list for the summertime to…
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As a senior, you may find that your life has slowed down as compared to when you were younger. Back then, your sense of purpose was derived through work, which you are no longer engaged in. While that can be a good thing, freeing up your time to focus on your hobbies and interests, sometimes…
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When it comes to post-retirement lifestyles, many seniors have their own preferences. Some prefer to age in place whereas others enjoy the vibrancy of life in a senior living community. However, things may not always go as planned and if you find yourself living alone, increasingly victim to social isolation, it may be time to…
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As we age, we experience changes to our body and our overall physical strength, mobility, and flexibility. Our bodies generally become stiffer and we may suffer from problems relating to our walking and balancing. It may in turn cause us to experience difficulty in staying independent, managing day-to-day activities. Fortunately, independent living in Keller, TX…
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