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A Guide for Seniors – Navigating Daylight Savings

As we “spring ahead” for Daylight Saving Time on March 8, the shift in sleep and routine can be more noticeable for seniors. Learn how the time change may impact older adults, and discover simple tips to help the senior in your life adjust smoothly.

Tips to Help Your Parent Feel at Home in Assisted Living

Quality of life in assisted living If your parent needs a little additional help in their day, you may be exploring different options for assistance. The right choice for many families is an assisted living community, as it can provide the most comprehensive help for their loved ones to continue living a quality life while

When is the Best Time to Consider an Independent Living Community?

Are you retired and considering all the possibilities that could support the type of lifestyle you’ve long dreamed of? You might have been looking forward to when you would have more free time to spend as you like, to trade in the never-ending responsibilities of home ownership, to travel, or to have the chance to

10 Downsizing Tips for Your Senior Living Move: Begin Your New Lifestyle Off Right

If you’ve made the decision to move into a senior living community, you’re already looking forward to a life full of benefits: Private residence Independent lifestyle Maintenance-free living Dedicated care team Activities and social events Opportunities to meet and make new friends Delicious dining options Scheduled transportation But there likely is an important task that

Searching for the Right Memory Care Community? 5 Features to Look For

If you are caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s, you understand the progressive nature of the illness. As the symptoms and behaviors advance, eventually you may find yourself unable to provide the level of care that is needed. If this occurs, you might want to start looking at additional options so that your loved

In Her Words: Doreen’s Story

Throughout the month of March we have collaborated to celebrate Women’s History Month and the rich history of the amazing women living in our communities. This is an interview with Doreen, a resident at Carriage House at Lee's Farm and her daughter D'Ann, and interesting facts about her life.

Tapping Your Inner Artist: The Benefits of Creativity and Expression in Assisted Living

People often believe they’re not artistic, but we actually all have an imaginative side. Its expression is not limited to painting or sculpting but applies to however you see the world. It may not match how you would define being inspired, but there is an artist in each of us.