If you are an introverted senior, you may be conflicted about whether senior living in a retirement community is a good fit. Retirement communities offer a myriad of services, activities and wellness programs designed to cater to senior needs, and offer other advantages such as 24/7 medical assistance and dining experiences. However, introverts may be…
Exercise is critical to staying healthy in retirement. As the body ages, it requires physical activity to stay in shape and maintain mental well-being. In other words, exercise is essential to enjoying senior living to the maximum. As important as physical exercise is as you get older, it is equally as important to approach exercise…
Moving to a new city can be tough. If you’re moving into Sun City, FL senior living, we’re here to help! We understand that planning for your future is one of the most important things you can do. That’s why we’ve created this Sun City, FL, senior living hurricane guide to ensure your transition and new…
After long, fulfilling, and successful careers, you and your spouse deserve to enjoy every day of retirement to the fullest. In other words, retirement is a phase of your life where you are no longer concerned with work or other related commitments; you should be relaxing and relishing the time you are going to spend…
There may come a time when living on your own no longer holds as much appeal. As you near your retirement age, the hassle of maintaining a house gets more tiresome by the day. You may be needing some extra help with medication management or getting sick of the daily hassle of preparing food. If…
Weighed down by nutrition concerns? You’re not alone. America’s waistlines have been steadily expanding, and seniors are not unaffected. In 2018, an alarming 40 percent of senior adults aged 65 and older were obese, and this statistic is only likely to trend upward in the following years. Surprisingly, the number of seniors between 60 to…
People tend to perceive independent living as an expensive lifestyle instead of holding on to one’s house in retirement, but they couldn’t be more mistaken. The mental, financial and time burden of maintaining a home can make retirement feel like a full-time job. Several often overlooked factors make homeownership a more expensive way to spend…
Whether you choose to age in place at your private residence or you decide to move into our independent living community, one thing is for sure; you must always be prepared for emergencies. If you would rather age in place, you will be responsible for all your emergency plans. If, on the other hand, you…
In Florida, hurricane season lasts from June 1 through November 30, with storm activity generally peaking in August and September. If you are in the storm’s way, you may be advised by local authorities to evacuate and seek shelter elsewhere. To avoid panic and confusion over last-minute preparations, it is best to prepare beforehand and…
Many older adults worry a lot about keeping their youthful attitude as they age. However, being an integral part of a senior living community through volunteering could be the perfect solution to your situation. We have put together ways in which you can volunteer in a retirement community and the accompanying benefits. How to Volunteer…