Senior Living News & Events

When it comes to retirement savings, most mishaps occur when individuals’ outlooks lean too heavily into one of two extremes: overly complacent (overconfidence) and the overly pessimistic (overanxiety). Here are some of the most common personal finance myths you’ll need to correct in preparing for retirement.

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.

Retirement is a glorious time for kicking back, having fun, and doing all the things you’ve never had time to do as a working adult. However, in order to keep the good times going, it’s also important to set yourself up for preventing injuries. Senior safety in the home is especially important, given that seniors over 65 account for 71% of home product-related deaths per year, with falls being by far the most common cause.

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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.

If you love working with people and need to decide on or change your profession, it’s well worth exploring some senior living careers. There are retirement community jobs to suit almost any schedule, interest, and skill set, and they can set you up for a lifetime of success. Here are just a few of the benefits of working with senior citizens.

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.