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Moving from a large home to a senior living apartment can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. “I get questions of ‘How am I going to get rid of 40 years of stuff?’, ‘How am I going to downsize?’, and ‘How am I going to go from a five-bedroom home to a two-bedroom …
Read MoreIf you’ve started to consider retirement living options, you’ll soon discover the incredible value that Life Plan Communities offer. Many remarkable benefits are available in Life Plan Communities that you won’t find by remaining in your current home, such as maintenance free living and a continuum of care. One of the most important parts …
Read MoreIf you or a loved one is nearing retirement age or have had enough of the hassles that come with homeownership, settling down in a maintenance-free senior living community on Chicago’s North Shore is a wonderful solution. Although retirement looks different for everyone, older adults across the board crave worry-free living. Trust us – the …
Read MoreDownsizing and moving into a senior living community is a great step toward living your best retirement lifestyle and providing a fresh start. Choosing the right independent living floor plan for you takes some time, but the benefits are definitely worth it, says Joseph Jania, interior designer and move-in coordinator at Sedgebrook. “One of the …
Read MoreEveryone’s needs are different, and it becomes more apparent with age just how important it is to have a plan in place for the future. For older adults and their family members, senior living communities can be a helpful solution to finding both an active lifestyle and care services, all in one place. If you’re …
Read MoreCountless research studies have shown the benefits of physical activities for helping seniors enjoy a more active and healthier life. If you’re like most people, you probably think of physical activity as walking, biking, swimming or other types of aerobic exercise. But it also includes gardening. While you may already know the benefits of most …
Read MoreAccording to the National Institutes of Health, 795,000 strokes occur every year in the United States. And the risk factor for having a stroke doubles every 10 years after age 55. To help reduce your risk of stroke, this blog post will show you how to identify a stroke and offer stroke prevention tips. Act …
Read MoreSinging birds and warm summer breezes make the great outdoors almost irresistible after a long winter. So grab your sunscreen, sun hat, beach towel, or gardening trowel and head out into the sunshine for some warm-weather fun. The Health Benefits of the Great Outdoors Outdoor summer activities for seniors offer more than fun in the …
Read MoreRetirement means stepping away from the workforce and not having to keep such a busy schedule of obligations. But that doesn’t mean your schedule should no longer be busy. Now, you can keep your calendar filled with activities you want to do, rather than ones you have to do. That’s a true reward after so …
Read More“Never let the brain idle. ‘An idle mind is the devil’s workshop.’ And the devil’s name is Alzheimer’s.” Comedian George Carlin may not be the first source that comes to mind when you’re seeking sound advice for retirement. Even so, his interpretation of a familiar saying about idle minds is filled with wisdom. You may …
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