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01/05/2026

Is starting a new hobby one of your New Year's Resolutions? Staying busy after retirement can add to happiness and quality of life, and hobbies can be key to the mental and physical health. Read our guide to learn exactly how hobbies can make a tangible impact.

Retirement can be filled with more than your typical bingo Mondays, senior living can usher in plenty of fun activities that add newfound meaning to retired life.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year! 🥳

As the calendar turns to a new year, we are filled with excitement for the memories we will make, the laughter we will share, and the connections we will strengthen in 2026.

May your year be filled with good health, happiness, and continued opportunities to pursue your passions. We wish all of our residents, families, and staff a beautiful and prosperous year ahead!

What is one wonderful memory from last year you're carrying into the new one? Share your favorite moment below!

12/30/2025

The fear of change and the unknown may delay a person from moving into senior living but, once there, they often find that it is exactly what they’ve been needing. Watch our video for 7 Things That May Surprise You Once You’ve Made the Move to Senior Living.

12/26/2025

Today marks the start of Kwanzaa, a seven-day celebration of African American culture, community, and heritage, focused on the values that build and strengthen community. We wish everyone observing a joyous and meaningful celebration! May your week be filled with unity, purpose, and faith.

12/25/2025

On this Christmas Day, we extend our warmest wishes to our residents, their families, and our extraordinary team members. We are thankful for the dedication, compassion, and spirit that make our community feel like home, especially during the holidays. Wishing everyone a day full of comfort, good cheer, and wonderful company.

12/21/2025

Happy Winter Solstice! Today marks the shortest day and longest night of the year, reminding us that even in the deepest darkness, the light always returns. The Winter Solstice is a time for cozy reflection, embracing warmth, and nurturing the light within our community. As the sun begins its slow return, we send warmth and good cheer to all our residents, families, and friends!

12/17/2025

Preparing for the holidays is important to make this time of year enjoyable for everyone, including your senior loved one. You can have a memorable and meaningful time together without doing anything elaborate or over the top. Read our guide for several senior holiday activities to keep the season merry and bright.

Aging doesn’t mean the holidays have to be less joyful. Follow along as we share some of our favorite holiday activities for seniors (and your loved ones) to enjoy.

12/14/2025

Wishing all of our residents, families, and team members who celebrate a beautiful and bright Hanukkah! 🕯️
May the Festival of Lights fill your home with joy and warmth. Chag Sameach!

12/11/2025

Today is National Stretching Day. Maintaining as much independence as possible while we age is critical for mental health, socialization, and self-confidence. But, there are some unavoidable physical changes that accompany aging which can make it difficult for us to maintain independence without being proactive about physical activity. One way to be proactive about reducing the effects of aging on our bodies is stretching. Read our guide to learn more about why stretching exercises are so important for seniors, and how you can start implementing them into your daily routine.

Searching for simple stretching exercises for seniors? This guide shares the best 6 stretches & why stretching regularly is so important.

12/08/2025

Are you looking for the perfect gift for a loved one with dementia? For many of us, gift-giving can be a difficult task, but it can be even more difficult when purchasing gifts for a loved one who has been diagnosed with dementia. Read our guide to learn how to find the perfect gift for your loved one with dementia.

Are you in search for the perfect gift idea for your loved one with dementia? Here's gifts ideas for dementia patients in all stages.

12/01/2025

Today marks the start of Older Drivers Safety Awareness Week. Driving is a true form of independence that few people want taken away from them, but whether it be due to health concerns or safety concerns, knowing how and when to approach a sensitive topic such as giving up driving can be intimidating and quite discouraging. Read on to learn how to know when it’s time for aging parents to hang up their keys.

Whether it's health concerns, safety concerns, or both, learn how to approach such a sensitive topic with your loved ones.

11/27/2025

We believe that the best place to spend Thanksgiving is together! This year, we are especially grateful for our wonderful residents, their supportive families, and our dedicated team members who make our community feel like home every single day.
From our family to yours, we wish you a day filled with joy, peace, and abundance!