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
Why Engaged Living is Key to Senior Wellness
Countless studies have proven humans need connection. Among older adults, studies have tied loneliness and social isolation to an increased risk of dementia by 50 percent, stroke by 32 percent, heart disease by 29 percent, among other health effects. While connection is critical, finding it can be challenging—particularly among seniors where the timing of newly
Senior Living Solutions: Find the Right Community for Your Next Move
Today’s retirement communities are more advanced and comprehensive than their predecessors in every way, from their exceptional on-site healthcare and services, to their expanded amenities and programs that take into account the modern needs and desires of their diverse community. Residence options vary in size and style — from cozy country cottages to luxury
A Personalized Approach to Senior Living
When we think about our later years, we likely have a few expectations. Chances are we’ll expect a less regimented schedule and more time to enjoy leisurely pursuits and hobbies. We anticipate a changing body and a few more visits to the doctor. And we hope that, while our bodies may age, our minds will
Senior Living Solutions: Your Retirement Journey Starts Here
Although there is an allure to spending retired life in a sunny southern state, that may not be an exciting prospect for you. Instead, staying in your current home or moving to a nearby senior living community may be just the ticket you need to a fulfilling retirement. If you’re thinking of renovating your current
Two Communities, Endless Advantages
In our youth, we often envision the experience of reaching our later years looking a certain way; however, as we reach those years, we find that—as is often the case in life—there is no one “right” way to do things. This point is exemplified throughout Erickson Senior Living communities. With nearly 40 years in business
Rethinking Retirement
Entering any new stage of life often comes with mixed feelings, and that may be more true than ever when approaching one’s later years. What will the days look like without a full-time career? How’s your health? And who will take care of you if it changes and you can’t be independent? Planning for the
Peace, Amenities, and Beauty Abound in Potomac Shores
Just 30 miles south of the bustle of Washington, D.C., lies a vibrant, yet peaceful, community where people in every stage of life enjoy a variety of world-class amenities, breathtaking scenery, and everyday conveniences—just steps from the Potomac River. Located in Prince William County, Virginia, the Potomac Shores community is home to nearly 2,000 residents,
How to Find Luxury Living, Flexibility, and Community in Your Golden Years
More than half of seniors (53 percent) nationally said a sense of connection—being close to friends and family—is important, according to a survey from the American Council on Aging. That connectionis fostered in a community such as Harmony of Chantilly, where residents are surrounded by people with similar interests and schedules. “Living in an apartment
55+ The Woodlands of Urbana
It’s rare to find a brand new neighborhood designed solely for active-adults in the DC/Baltimore area that offers as much as the neighborhood we’re covering today. The Woodlands of Urbana, developed by award-winning Natelli Communities, does just that, offering a modern lifestyle with main level living by NVHomes and Ryan Homes and private-resort style amenities
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