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How to Adjust to Retirement

9 Tips on How to Adjust to Retirement Why is retirement stressful? After looking forward to retirement for so long, many people find it strange when they find themselves stressed or sad when it finally arrives.  Feeling stress or sadness after retiring is completely...

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The Transition into Assisted Living

How to Prepare for the Transition to Assisted Living The decision to transition to an assisted living facility is often a difficult one. After all, it is a big change that comes with a wide range of emotional and logistical challenges. But when it means securing the...

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Retirement Living Misconceptions

5 Myths About Assisted Living  When you think of an assisted living community, what comes to mind? Many people have negative associations with senior living communities. When we see them on television, assisted living communities are often represented as slow-paced,...

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Tips for Health Decline in Parents

We know that the aging process is natural and happens to everyone. But this knowledge does not always comfort us when watching a parent decline in health. Aging in general comes with physical, cognitive, and emotional changes that may also be exacerbated by illness....

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Common Senior Living Terms to Know

Common Senior Living Terms to Know It is not an easy responsibility to care for an aging loved one. Changes in their abilities and needs can take an emotional toll for a number of reasons. As you try to navigate these challenging times, speaking with healthcare and...

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Enjoying Summer in a Retirement Home

Benefits of Moving to a Retirement Home in the Summertime  If you are getting ready to move into a retirement home, it may be worth considering what season is right for your move.  1. Great moving weather Summer is a great time to move no matter your stage in life....

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Fun Enrichment Programs for Seniors

Senior enrichment programs are an important part of any senior living community. Enrichment activities offer many benefits that make life more enjoyable and promote health and well being as seniors age.  What is life enrichment for elders? Enrichment programs include...

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Setting New Goals for Seniors

At the start of a season, many people begin to consider how they’d like to change their life for the better. To really make changes that improve your quality of life, it can be helpful to set concrete goals. Why Goal Setting Is Important for Seniors As we progress...

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Staying Busy After the Holidays

The holidays can be a challenging time for many older adults. Anticipation builds leading up to the holidays, which can be both exciting and stressful. Then, there’s the bustle of the holiday season itself. But after the commotion has settled down, many seniors find...

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Activities for Seniors During the Winter

Don’t let the cold weather put a damper on your active lifestyle. Whether it’s fitness, hobbies, day trips, social events, or games – there’s plenty of fun to be had in winter months. This is no time to hibernate!Find Some Good Books There’s nothing like spending time...

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Exercise for Seniors

Physical fitness is foundational for senior wellness. Regular physical activity is one of the most important things seniors can do for their health. It is proven to prevent many of the health problems that come with age. And it helps support mental wellbeing for...

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Vacation as a Senior

How to Vacation as a Senior 9 Tips for Safe Travels Now more than ever, it’s important to take precautions while traveling. With a little preparation, you can make safe travels a reality. 1. Wear Your Mask, Wash Your Hands, Practice Social Distancing – No one wants to...

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Self Care Tips for Seniors

After a lifetime of caring for others, seniors may find it a real challenge to take time to take care of themselves. Yet “self care” – in the form of fitness, nutrition, hobbies, and good sleep – is the key to overall wellness and a better quality of life. 4 Self Care...

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Staying Hydrated & Healthy as Seniors

Did you know seniors are more vulnerable to dehydration? The fact is, as your loved one gets older, their sense of thirst diminishes significantly. Many seniors take so little water that by the time they are thirsty, it is usually a symptom of early dehydration....

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Fun Activities to Do After Retirement

An active retirement means engaging in activities that keep you moving and connected with others. This could be anything from fishing to gardening to playing cards with friends, to singing in the church choir and volunteering at a local organization. Our later years...

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Tips to Help Fall Prevention

Older adults are at a greater risk for falls, which can lead to some serious health complications. According to the National Council on Aging, falls are the leading cause of fatal and non-fatal injuries for older Americans. Falls threaten seniors’ safety and...

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Media Contact

Please contact Chelsea Venables at (330) 938-8217 or by email at chelsea@copelandoaksinc.com for media inquiries.

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