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11/23/2025

Don't sacrifice your health for holiday indulgences. Try these tips for a balanced Thanksgiving!🦃

To celebrate a healthy Thanksgiving this year, try to follow these tips to keep a balanced health plan and avoid overindulging.

11/19/2025

Include these local events in your holiday plans!

Whether you want to get out and about, or stay indoors with tasty food and good company, there are plenty of local Thanksgiving events perfect for seniors.

11/14/2025

It’s important to have a workout routine you can stick to, even as the weather gets colder and the days get shorter.

This fall, it's important to come up with a workout routine that you can stick to to maintain your fitness. Check out these autumn exercise tips for seniors!

11/12/2025

Recent reports found nearly one half of all Veterans in the United States were of retirement age. Many are still not aware of the benefits available to them and are paying more for their own care than they should. Check out our Veteran's Guide to Senior Living and Benefits:

Many Veterans are not aware of the benefits available to them. Take advantage of those and the many options for senior care for Veterans outlined in our guide.

11/06/2025

Winter's not here yet! Embrace the remainder of the fall season by staying active mentally and physically.

There are many fall activities for seniors to enjoy that will keep them mentally and physically active. Try these during the fall season!

11/01/2025

Comfort items can reduce anxiety, agitation, and feelings of loneliness, and they often help caregivers and family members connect meaningfully with their loved ones.

Comfort items can reduce anxiety, agitation, and loneliness, and they often help caregivers and family members connect meaningfully with their loved ones.

10/31/2025

SP👀👀KY treats, and drinks, with friends so great it’s scary!!!

10/29/2025

Discover the benefits of senior living and embrace an exciting new chapter.

Explore the benefits of senior living and learn how you can help your loved one overcome their fear of transitioning to an independent senior living community.

10/26/2025

Once you've found the perfect assisted living community, use these tips for a smooth transition.

Moving to assisted living can feel overwhelming, but it can also be an exciting change that should be embraced. Get tips for making the transition easier!

10/23/2025

Spoiler alert: You CAN enjoy your favorite Halloween treats without sacrificing your health.

Here are some tips that will allow seniors to indulge a little on Halloween snacks and recipes without compromising their need for a healthy diet.

10/18/2025

Craving heartier comfort foods this time of year? Get tips for incorporating them into a healthy diet.

Autumn is the time of year when many people adjust their eating habits. Learn what to look for in healthy fall recipes and get tips for senior diet plans.

10/16/2025

There’s no script for having a conversation with a parent about independent living, but there are ways to make it easier.

Use these ideas to:
🧠 Understand what’s behind their hesitation.
💬 Start the conversation with compassion.
🤝 Get on the same page—without pressure.

Keep reading to learn more:

Talking to a parent about moving to an independent living community can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re worried they’ll feel hurt, offended, or caught off guard. Conversations such as these are often full of emotion: worry, guilt, fear, and concern on both sides. Parents may fear change...