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Uncovering the Truth: Debunking Nursing Home Myths

Are you confused about what a “nursing home” actually is? Many people refer to senior communities, independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care as “nursing homes.” Because these terms are used interchangeably, it’s led to many misconceptions about what today’s senior living options are really like. Let’s debunk common myths about senior living communities. …

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5 Reasons Why Why Walking is So Good For Senior Health

Regular physical activity is important at any age, but is especially important as we get older. Incorporating walking into your daily routine for 150 minutes per week (about 30 minutes a day, five days per week) has proven to be highly beneficial for older adults mentally and physically. Best of all, it’s a low-impact form …

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Life Care Contracts: Questions You Should Ask

Are you exploring senior living communities that offer a continuum of care on-site, like a continuing care retirement community (CCRC)? Perhaps you have discussed the various lifestyle options at each community with a member of the team there, and are thinking about reviewing contract terms to begin your new life. During your search you may …

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Is Independent Living Right for Your Parent?

Many older adults find that the grand home that suited them perfectly a decade or two before is now more than they want or need to maintain. Their health and mobility needs may also be changing, or perhaps they have started looking ahead to a time when that flight of stairs will start to look …

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How to Choose Between Independent Living or Assisted Living

While planning your retirement, you may have discovered there are many lifestyle options to choose from: aging at home, independent living, assisted living or living with family. In this article, we highlight the two most popular options, independent and assisted living. Learn more about each option and discover which is the right fit for you.  …

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Managing the Emotions of a Senior Living Move

Oftentimes the reality of moving into a retirement community like Village on the Green doesn’t fully set in until you start packing things up ahead of your move-in date. Just like any other major life event, the move to senior living can be an emotional experience. It’s important to take a step back and assess …

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10 Key Questions to Ask When Touring a Retirement Community

If you are feeling both excited and overwhelmed by the number of sophisticated senior living options available, you’re not alone. Over one fifth of the U.S. population will be 65 years of age or older by 2050, and this demographic shift has led to an increasing number of senior communities.   The key to choosing a …

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How to Make Friends Later in Life—And Why It’s Good For You

Why does it feel more difficult to make friendships later in life? More than two-thirds of adults over 45 say they feel lonely, and nearly a quarter of those 65 and older report feelings of social isolation.   There are many reasons that we seem to have fewer friendships later in life. Our social networks are …

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