As you age, finding the right living arrangement can be tricky. Many want an affordable home that meets their needs that helps maintain their independence. Whether you are looking for your own senior-friendly home or searching for a loved one, you’ll likely find yourself trying to decide between two options: renting and buying. To help…
Read MoreIf you are considering helping your parents transition to a senior community, you may be wondering: What are my parent’s options? What is independent living? What kind of services do my parents need? Most independent living communities look and feel like private residences but come with daily support and a variety of social gatherings, amenities,…
Read MoreIf you are a senior in Wilmington, North Carolina with a little time on your hands, there is no shortage of art and entertainment venues! In Wilmington, you will find one of the oldest theaters in the country, Thalian Hall Center for Performing Arts. A converted city hall, the venue hosts 500 performances each year….
Read MoreMusic has existed since the days of the earliest humans. Since then, it’s been a significant part of our emotional makeup and our society. For example, all of us can recall a time that a favorite song brightened our day. And many young people spend hours each day with headphones on, listening to the latest…
Read MoreLet’s face it: most of us would rather not discuss retirement planning. The concept of retirement might seem too far away to be relevant to some. Or, for others, retirement age could seem too close for comfort. Still others might be intimidated by the different financial terms and options involved in retirement planning. Whatever the…
Read MoreWhat are your New Year’s resolutions for 2021? If you’ve resolved to eat healthier and lose weight, you’re in good company. Weight loss and healthy eating are some of the most popular New Year’s resolutions around the country. If this is a goal you are working towards, your body will thank you for losing weight….
Read MoreDo you have any New Year’s resolutions? New Year’s resolutions often include changes designed to benefit our health. You probably know someone who plans to start a new diet or exercise routine at the beginning of the year. But, have you ever considered resolving to improve your sleep quality? Sleep plays a vitally important role…
Read MoreOver the past few decades, depression and anxiety rates have risen. During the ongoing global pandemic, stress-induced mental health disorders have further worsened. And no age group is immune. Anxiety disorders are now the most common mental illness in the US, affecting 18% of the population every year. True, anxiety is very treatable. However, only…
Read MoreWe are all working hard to stay healthy! For as long as we can remember, healthcare has always meant a trip to the doctor’s office. Our memories are full of long wait times, sticky chairs, and the overwhelming sound of sniffling patients around us. With the rise of telehealth, though, healthcare is rapidly changing. It’s…
Read MoreFor as long as we can remember, the holiday season has conjured up images of a large family sitting around a long dining room table together. We love seeing that army of children running around the tree. And it’s a highlight of the year to have all of our relatives enjoying a meal under one…
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