Sometimes, when older adults begin to need more care and assistance than can be reasonably provided at home, they realize the time is right to begin looking into assisted living facilities. It is frustratingly commonplace, though, for older adults to resist that transition – maybe passively, maybe tooth and nail. If you know people with […]
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The Importance of Life Enrichment in Retirement Communities and Finding the Best Fit
Tips for Gaining an Inside Look at Activities Offered in Senior Living When looking into retirement living for you or a loved one, the life enrichment opportunities available often play a major role when selecting a community that is the right fit. In today’s world, many often choose to transition to a senior living community at a […]
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Another Study Finds Potential Health Benefits to Living in a CCRC
In a recent blog post, I shared the results of an interesting study out of Washington State University that found that where you live can influence your lifespan. It looked at people’s gender, race, and education level, as well as locales’ walkability, socioeconomics, and working-age population and tied it to the number of centenarians in that […]
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When is the Best Time to Move to a CCRC?
For many older adults who are currently independent but like the idea of living in a setting where healthcare services are available if needed down the road, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) can be an ideal solution. A popular question among prospective CCRC residents is, “When is the best time to make the move?” […]
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The Season has Changed, but the Global Pandemic hasn’t : How to Stay Active and Limit Isolation with the Colder Weather
The global pandemic hasn’t been easy for anyone. Especially for older adults, the lack of normalcy and decreased interaction with others has significantly contributed to feelings of isolation, sadness, and overall mental and physical health decline. The one saving grace the past few months was the warmer weather of summer. With small group gatherings (if […]
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What is a “Continuum of Care”?
If you have been looking at various senior living options, including continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs, also called life plan communities), you have likely heard or seen the term “continuum of care” used. It’s an important concept when it comes to the variety of services provided by retirement communities, but it is also a term […]
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The Role of Diet in Active Aging
Through all stages of life, the concept of maintaining a “healthy diet” is one we are constantly reminded of. Across the board, many regular diets are to include nutrient-rich foods in a variety of categories such as fruits, vegetables, carbohydrates, dairy, meat, fish, and poultry. However, as we grow, our unique health needs vary and […]
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Game On: Can Brain Games Improve Your Memory?
There are a number of so-called “brain game” products on the market these days. These typically are computer or smartphone/tablet-based games that claim they can help improve seniors’ cognitive function and memory. But do they really work? Could playing video games be the secret to decreasing the prevalence of neuro-degenerative conditions like dementia? And what […]
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Warm Weather Safety Tips for Seniors
Now that we are in the thick of summer, the increase in temperature has not only become more noticeable but it has also become something to take into serious consideration before heading outside, especially for seniors. Before you plan your next activity outdoors, follow some of the below tips to ensure you’re staying healthy and […]
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Does Your Retirement Plan Overlook This Crucial Decision?
In a Forbes article from a few years back entitled “The Five Phases of Retirement Planning,” author Bernard Krooks discusses the various stages of retirement and steps that seniors should take to prepare for each. Krooks, an elder law attorney, defines “mid-retirement” as beginning at age 70, lasting as long as a person is still […]
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