When we think of retiring, many of us will dream of more free time to explore hobbies, see those [eventual] grandbabies, and perhaps travel. We’ll think of things like who we’ll see, where we’ll go, and how we’ll fill those suddenly empty hours. But we’ll also have to think about how to fund that dream-retirement
Retire Strong: Guide to Building Community by Giving
While retirement looks different for everyone, few activities hold greater benefit to both the participant and community than philanthropic work. Numerous studies have tied volunteer work to lessened isolation, stable or improving health, having a strong sense of purpose, and even lower rates of mortality and heart disease. Two local residents of Asbury Methodist Village
Five Phone Apps You’ll Love to Elevate Your Smartphone Game
With a cell phone in every pocket, it’s hard to believe that just 30 years ago we were still pulling handsets off the wall—and in some cases, still attached with cords. We’ve come a long way even from those original Nokias and flip phones, with today’s mobile devices acting as true palm-sized computers that can
Trust or Will: Which Is Right for You?
Estate planning isn’t something anyone really wants to do, but it is something everyone should do. For your own benefit, it’s a way of ensuring all your assets and belongings are distributed to the people and organizations you want them to reach. From the potential recipient’s end, it saves stress, disappointment, potential legal fees, and
Five Senior Living Activities That Help Maintain and Grow Memory Function
Improving memory skills is a lifelong endeavor that becomes even more important as we age. And while illnesses such as dementia and Alzheimer’s are certainly more common in the aging population, getting older doesn’t have to mean losing your mental agility. The brain is capable of producing new cells at any age. However, as we
Senior Living Solutions: Finding the Right Senior Living Community for Retirement
As the new year draws closer, it’s an ideal time to begin making plans for your next chapter. Depending on your personal timeline, that could be as simple as resolving to begin researching the area’s variety of retirement communities, or you can set a goal of making a firm commitment, like signing a contract and
Luxury Redefined: Dive into the Sophistication and Unmatched Amenities of The Newly Refurbished The Virginian
Fairfax, Virginia, is filled with restaurants, shopping, and many other indoor (and outdoor) entertainment options. But it’s also home to top-tier healthcare facilities, higher education opportunities, and beautiful homes. Within the heart of it all sits The Virginian, a newly renovated senior living community that caters to 55+ residents across the full continuum of care.
Senior Living for the Young(er) and Young at Heart
When we hear the words “senior living,” many of us jump to visions of multistory fully assisted living communities, with push-down dining room meal services and onsite medical care. But while dining rooms and medical conveniences can appear in senior living communities— and offer a great level of convenience in doing so—they’re hardly the summation
Senior Living Solutions: Senior Living Communities for a Fulfilling, Stress-Free Retirement
Everyone dreams of the day when they are able to spend every minute exactly how they choose. Sometimes when we arrive at retirement, filling all those extra hours — the ones not spent commuting, in a meeting, or behind a desk — in a meaningful way seems more difficult than once imagined. It’s important to
Senior Cyber Safety: 3 Sneaky Tactics and How to Avoid Falling for Them
It’s no secret that cybercriminals are constantly evolving their tactics, and unfortunately, many choose to target an older audience. In fact, the National Council on Aging reports seniors lost a collective $3.1B to scammers in 2022. But while staying on top of cyber safety is important for everyone, the older audience likely has access to
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