Senior Living News & Events

Some retirees—particularly Baby Boomers—equate all forms of senior residence programs with assisted living, then assume that senior communities aren’t for them. Keep reading to discover what makes independent living different and how it could add more freedom to your life.

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Is Pennsylvania a Good Place To Retire? In a word: YES! The Keystone state boasts many financial, cultural, and wellness advantages that make it an appealing choice for retirees.

Decades after Chapel Pointe resident Marcy Seckman’s brother was shot out of the sky and presumed dead in World War II, the U.S. Military has recovered and identified the remains of her brother, First Lieutenant Carl Davis Nesbitt. This remarkable story helps us all to better understand what it means to be a hero. “When you talk to veterans, they say, ‘We’re not the heroes. The heroes are the folks who don’t come home,’” said Harry Smith, NBC News correspondent.

Stop trying to prevent aging and focus instead on learning to age with grace. Live a longer, fuller life by promoting healthy aging in your golden years.

Moving into a senior community while you’re able to plan well, attend to all the details, comfortably execute the move, and enjoy the benefits of an independent lifestyle in your new home is ideal. Beyond that, is there a specific time of year when it's most ideal to move? We encourage you to consider springtime!

Today, 90% of America's seniors consider themselves religious or spiritual individuals. Choosing a religious retirement community can positively impact quality of life. Learn how faith-based senior living gives you purpose and can even enhance your physical and mental wellness.

Although they don’t get much attention in the media, senior living careers can be among the most secure and fulfilling in the job market. If you love helping people and would like to use your skills in new ways, consider applying for a job at a senior living community near you.

As your aging parents and other close senior family members move through the years, you may begin to worry that they are not as safe, healthy, or happy at home as they once were or could be. It’s common to start noticing potential problems during the holidays or at major family gatherings, when people can become overwhelmed by the demands of the occasion, revealing underlying challenges. However, you can use these important times of year to begin addressing emerging care needs. Here’s what you...

If you care about the community you live in and the people and organizations that help it to thrive, or if you are passionate about certain causes, it’s natural to want to do your part in helping to address major problems. Here are some ways to give back to (and be more active in) your community.