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Assisted Living
Embrace the Season: Springtime Outdoor Activities for Seniors
Springtime is an awakening for nature as the quiet surroundings suddenly come alive with chirping birds and scampering wildlife. Once-barren trees blossom, and life blooms everywhere.Read More -
Family Caregivers
How to Be an Effective Advocate for Your Loved One
Caring for your aging parent or senior loved one is a rewarding but often demanding experience—the title of caregiver carries significant responsibility. One essential requirement of taking on this...Read More -
Lifestyle & Wellness
3 Square Meals: Maintaining a Healthy Diet as You Age
As people age, the foods they require to maintain a healthy diet also change. Portion sizes may shrink, and the types of food you need for nutritional balance change. As your height, weight, and...Read More -
Lifestyle & Wellness
Best Pets for Seniors: Choosing Your Ideal Companion
Pets are easy companions, offering cuddles and helping their owners stay active and sociable. A place doesn’t quite feel like home without the companionship of a beloved pet. Often, they become just...Read More -
Family Caregivers
Healthy Self-Care for Senior Caregivers
Being a senior caregiver is such an important and rewarding role. You have the power to make a positive impact on your loved one’s day-to-day experiences and make a difference in their long-term...Read More -
Senior Living
Debunked: 8 Myths About Senior Living Communities
Almost 9 in 10 Americans over the age of 65 say they want to remain in their current homes as they age. This should come as no surprise to anyone who has heard any of the many misconceptions about...Read More -
Senior Living
Embracing a New Chapter: A Helpful Guide for Seniors on Downsizing or Rightsizing
Now that you’re approaching retirement and your kids have moved out of your house, does it seem a bit too large? Maybe your house is starting to feel more like a to-do list of chores rather than a...Read More -
Senior Living Careers
7 Jobs in Senior Living Communities That You Should Consider
A senior living community is a busy place, full of residents pursuing their next opportunity to learn something new, connect with a neighbor, or get moving in a group fitness class. With all the...Read More -
Senior Living
Moving to Cedarhurst: Your Personalized Apartment
You’ve got a long to-do list when moving to a senior living community, and you may not be sure where to begin. At Cedarhurst, we find that setting a moving timeline and breaking it down into smaller...Read More
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Guide
The Insider’s Guide to Understanding Assisted Living Pricing
The short answer about assisted living costs is that they depend on many factors. We provide insights on all of the aspects of pricing in this new guide.Read More -
Video
4 Signs Your Parent Shouldn’t Be Home Alone and What to Do
Have you been worried about whether your aging parent is really doing okay living at home alone?Read More -
Video
My Parent Has Dementia: What Should I Do?
When your loved one receives a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another type of dementia, you can feel a mix of emotions, all of them valid.Read More -
Guide
5 Steps to Choosing the Right Senior Living Community Guide
Get guidance about choosing the right Senior Living community.Read More -
Video
Frequently Asked Questions: Memory Care
We’ve identified the top five most frequently asked questions about memory care to give you a start on your path to getting the answers you need about senior living.Read More -
Video
What is the Difference Between a Senior Living Community and a Senior Living Facility?
When it comes to senior living, many people use “community” and “facility” interchangeably—but they’re not the same thing.Read More