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Independent Living Decision Guide

What is Independent Living for Seniors? When seniors are still able-bodied, healthy and active, and require very little assistance with daily tasks, it may seem like there’s no reason to consider moving from a home they’ve lived in for most of their lives. In this case, independent living for seniors may be thought to mean aging in place in the home. However, more and more seniors are beginning to realize that staying in their current homes can become more of …

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Are You Ready to Retire?

Preparing for Retirement – Things to Consider When you’re getting close to hitting your desired retirement age, you might be feeling a variety of emotions. Maybe you’re excited about the prospect of all that free time you’ll finally have available, allowing you the ability to travel across the country and experience new things, or simply just work on perfecting your golf swing. Or, maybe you’re feeling a bit anxious about walking away from a steady paycheck and a daily routine, …

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Senior Living for Couples

Staying Together as You Age If you and your spouse are currently still healthy, active and enjoying all that life has to offer in your retirement years, there’s no time like the present to start thinking about your future together. You might think that aging in place in your home will be the best option for both of you, but being prepared for the decline in health that can be a normal part of aging is vitally important. In fact, …

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Successful Aging For The Spirit

Spiritual wellness is one of the eight dimensions of wellness and is a vital element to maintaining good overall health. Finding a connection to your inner values can give meaning to your days and expand your sense of purpose. When you are spiritually well, you will begin to find it easier to get through those more difficult times in your life. It’s important to find a connection in an independent living and continuing care retirement community with others who share …

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Successful Aging For The Mind

Maintaining mental fitness is just as important to healthy aging as staying physically healthy. Just like our bodies need physical activities to say fit, an active brain is vital to memory care support and keeping a young, healthy mind to encourage an independent living lifestyle. It’s important to find mental exercises for seniors that continue to expand their knowledge and keep their minds active and fit. Many older adults begin to experience a decline in their cognitive functions and abilities …

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Successful Aging For The Body

No matter your age, physical activity has countless benefits, including a healthier heart, stronger bones and improved flexibility. As we age, exercise for seniors has even more benefits, like protection from chronic diseases, lowering the chance of injury and even improving one’s mood and cognitive function! Exercises for older adults can improve overall quality of life and increase life expectancy. It’s never too late to start engaging in a regular exercise routine. The key is to find an activity you …

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