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Carol’s Story Carol was extremely reluctant to leave her home of 48 years where she and her husband, Bob, had raised their three daughters. But when Bob passed away suddenly, Carol started to feel overwhelmed by the upkeep needed on the family home. And in the intervening two years since Bob passed, the old neighborhood
Should I Move into a Retirement Community?
Paul’s Dilemma There was no question that Paul loved the home in which he and his wife, Janet, had raised their three children. Set on a quiet cul-de-sac, the two-story colonial on a half-acre held nearly a lifetime of memories. But with Janet gone nearly three years now and the kids scattered in different states,
How to Eat Healthy This Fall
Healthy and Fun Fall Eating Ah, the flavors of fall! Harvest is a wonderful time of year for enjoying a cornucopia of delicious, fresh foods. Here are some ways to bring the best of the season to your table. Fall Food that Pack a Nutritional Punch Apples: With more than 100 varieties grown commercially in the
What Is Your Housing Vision for Retirement Living?
Three Couples, Three Different Visions Mark and Judy have always lived in the city and love the excitement of urban living. For Janice and Bob, staying close to the kids and grandkids—and the dairy farm their sons run—is a priority. Sherry and Dan like the convenience and privacy of suburban living. Three couples with three
Why Creativity Helps Seniors Stay Joyful
Aging Well We hear so much about how to age in healthy ways and the importance of physical activity and social connection. But why is new research showing that creativity is also a vital part of aging well—and staying joyful? And just what do we mean by creativity? More and more research confirms the connections
When is the Right Time to Move to a Retirement Community?
Bob knows that the house where he and his wife, Claire, raised their three children is too much to care for. But he and Claire like being able to have the kids and grandkids over for holidays and get-togethers and can’t bring themselves to part with the home where family memories began. Bob loves walking
