You may have certain criteria as you search for retirement communities that fit your lifestyle. One of those items could be having plenty of opportunities to continue to learn and engage. Not only would you want these opportunities as part of independent living, but for all levels of care if you should ever need it.
Becoming part of a new community can be exhilarating, especially when your community is made up of like-minded individuals. That’s what the residents of The Admiral of the Lake enjoy. In addition to attending fitness and art classes, Admiral residents have a strong desire to share and expand their academic knowledge.
Topics: Chicago Living
A favorite pastime for many Americans is going to see a play. Whether comedy, tragedy, historical, or musical, attending a live drama performance is sure to evoke emotion and linger in your thoughts. It’s unlike any other form of entertainment. The playwright creates a reenactment of real-life situations, or perhaps fantasies, that motivate us to think critically about our own lives and choices. Fortunately, residents of The Admiral at the Lake have a broad spectrum from which to choose without having to venture far from home. The following theaters are but a few of the many options available:
Topics: Chicago Living
Everyone loves a good laugh, and residents at The Admiral at the Lake are no exception. With many thriving entertainment venues in Chicago, these are just a small selection of comedy clubs that feature live shows every week. Have fun!
Topics: Chicago Living
Unless you’ve lived in Chicago for a while, you wouldn’t expect to find a farmers market in the middle of the city, but the Windy City actually hosts quite a few.
Topics: Chicago Living
Argyle Street is the namesake for the 19th-century Chicago suburb developed by Chicago Alderman James Campbell and named for his ancestors, the Dukes of Argyll. In the 1960s, Chicago restaurateur Jimmy Wong attempted to turn the area into New Chinatown, attracting numerous Asian entrepreneurs to the area. In the 1970s, Vietnamese flooded into the area.
Topics: Chicago Living
The Admiral at the Lake is situated on the North Side of Chicago in Andersonville, a popular Edgewater neighborhood. Visitors and locals alike appreciate its proximity to North Clark Street or “Restaurant Row,” which is known for independent, locally-owned restaurants that serve a wide variety of global cuisines. Because there are so many, we would like to show you a handful of our favorites.
Moving to a new place can be very exciting. With a wide array of community-guided activities to choose from and many more nearby, The Admiral at the Lake residents spend their days doing things they enjoy. Admiral residents find that although getting settled does require some time and patience, their new homes turn out to be just the right size for their safety and comfort.
Topics: Independent Lifestyle
If you are like many Admiral at the Lake residents, you might have been living alone for a while before moving into a continuing care community. Over time, you became convinced that this was the best option for you and now…here you are. It’s like the first day of school all over again.
Topics: Independent Lifestyle
Having fun and staying fit go hand in hand at The Admiral at the Lake. Fitness Coordinator Donna Lakinger leads numerous programs that improve Admiral residents’ balance, agility, and strength, supporting optimal wellness and preventing injuries.
Topics: Independent Lifestyle
The lesson conveyed by this adorable children’s book is as relevant today as it was when it was first published in 1930. It teaches us that hardship, rejection, and disappointment can be overcome through perseverance, stewardship, and kindness. While The Little Engine That Could delivers a powerful message, the happy ending we see in this story doesn’t always ring true in real life. Let’s explore why that is.
Topics: Wellness
