Aging creeps up on us. One minute you’re young and hip—and the next you’re in bed by 8 pm. Because life comes at you pretty fast, it can be difficult to know when it’s the right time for a big change like moving to a senior living community. But if you catch yourself daydreaming about... View Article

It’s the holiday season, and for many of us, that means gift-giving. But sometimes, finding the perfect gift for an older person can be a little challenging. Often, older adults are more interested in downsizing and getting rid of items than they are in bringing new stuff in. Or, after a lifetime of accumulating treasures,... View Article

Throughout history and across cultures, food has been a major source of community—we use it to celebrate, to bond, and to experience all of life’s ups and downs together. But as we age, it can be more difficult to access the communal experience of mealtimes. Moving into a Continuing Care Retirement Community like The Chateau... View Article

Happy Long-Term Care Planning Month! Each year in October, Long-Term Care Planning Month brings awareness to the resources and types of care that older adults may need—and how to plan for it.   What is Long-Term Care? Long-term care is a variety of services that meet a person’s needs when they can no longer perform... View Article

Broaching the topic of a retirement community with your parents is a delicate endeavor—it might even be awkward or emotional. Aging is a natural part of life, but not everyone wants to admit it! Even if you’re bringing up the topic to plan for the down the road, it might illicit some negative feelings.  ... View Article