Move over, boring retirement communities of yesteryear. Retirement communities are implementing new techniques to make the communities more like home by letting the residents take control.
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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.
Resident Committees: What They Are and Why You Should Join In
Topics: Independent Lifestyle, Social Connections
6 Tips for a Smooth Transition from Independent Living to Assisted Living
If your loved one recently moved to an Assisted Living community, you may be feeling all types of emotions. The move was most likely exhausting on both them and you. Let’s face it: moving at any age is tough. But before you get too discouraged about the new change, consider all the benefits of moving into an Assisted Living Community. Keep in mind why you made the transition and it will most likely help you feel better about it.
Topics: Assisted Living
Your Parent's 5 Fears of Assisted Living and How to Overcome Them
Can you remember the last life-changing event you experienced? Even the most positive life-changing events can send your nerves and “what if” thoughts into overdrive.
Topics: Assisted Living
9 Helpful Questions to Ask an Assisted Living Community
What a relief!
Your loved one may have been reluctant at first, but they are now on board with the idea of moving to an assisted living community. Now that you’ve narrowed down the top choices in assisted living communities, it’s time to start touring!
Topics: Assisted Living
What is Assisted Living at The Admiral?
Now that you know more about Independent Living in a Continuing Care Retirement Community, such as The Admiral at the Lake, let’s explore Assisted Living.
Topics: Future Planning
“I’ve lived here for 30 years. No other place will feel like home.”
“Retirement communities are too expensive. It’s cheaper to stay home.”
These are normal thoughts while deciding whether to age in place or move to a retirement community. While the sticker price of living in a retirement community can be a shock at first, in many cases, it can be cheaper than staying home.
Topics: Future Planning
What is Independent Living at The Admiral?
Do you envision your retirement years to be relaxing, with plenty of time to do the things you want to do? After all, that’s what you have been working toward for your entire career.
Topics: Independent Lifestyle
Get to Know Our New Social Worker, Colleen Kearney
The Wellness Center at The Admiral at the Lake is bringing more convenience to the residents who live here. Residents can now visit the walk-in clinic with medical director Dr. Eric T. Mizuno five days a week and receive more in-house screenings.
Topics: Wellness
4 Ways Older Adults Can Use the Amazon Echo
Smart speakers are all the rage. Some people have embraced the new technology, while others have shied away from it, not knowing how these devices can assist them with everyday tasks.
There are a handful of different smart speakers on the market, but Amazon Echo is one of the most popular devices.
Topics: Independent Lifestyle
There are some new and exciting changes coming to The Admiral. One of the most exciting things is the revamping of the Wellness Center. There will be more services available in house to residents that will help keep their health and wellness in the best shape.
Topics: Wellness