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How to Choose The Right Retirement Community

Close to family? Lots of activities? Easy access to medical care? How to choose a retirement community Most of us have heard the saying — when it comes to choosing a place to live, it’s all about...

The New Trend for Fine Dining in Senior Living

When most people think of dining options in a retirement community, images of a drab, monochrome hall with cafeteria-style meals come to mind. Thankfully, luxury retirement communities like Ovation...

Memory Exercises for Seniors

Having a good memory is important — after all, it helps make us who we are. We rely on our memory for everything from recollecting a fond childhood memory to remembering where we left our keys....

Benefits of Retiring in Omaha, Nebraska

Maybe Omaha hasn’t been on your radar for a retirement destination, but it should be. Kiplinger names it a great mid-sized city for retiring. It’s an affordable small town, yet it has many of the...

Aging with Intention; Transforming Your Second Part of Life

When we are young, we simply respond to whatever life throws at us. In our middle years, we are busy with work and families that we may not have the time or resources to think about our own personal...

Low-Impact and No-Impact Exercises to Elevate Your Heart Rate

Don’t let the term “low-impact” fool you – these exercises are a great way to get in a good workout and increase your heart rate. From a technical perspective, a low-impact exercise is one in which...

Is It Better for Retirees to Rent or Own?

When planning for retirement, many older adults begin rethinking their living arrangements. They know they want a smaller home with fewer commitments and more controlled expenses. But there is one...

Assisted Living vs Nursing Home Care: What’s the Difference?

No matter the reason for the change, transitioning from a family home and into senior living is rarely easy. The decisions and research that precede the transition can be just as difficult, and it’s...

Easy Spring Cleaning Guide for Seniors

Spring is officially here and for many people, the start of the season signals the time to tackle the dust, mess, and clutter lingering in your house from the winter. Spring cleaning is especially...