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Moving to an assisted living community is an exciting transition! It’s a chance to meet new neighbors, discover new amenities, explore new surroundings, and set up a brand-new space to call home. What can you do to make your new place feel more like yours? Today we’ll review some assisted living decorating ideas to help ...

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“Summertime, and the living’s easy.” This classic Gershwin lyric is a nice reminder to take it easy during the hottest months of the year. If you’re looking for something fun to do while you relax in the shade, why not try out these easy summer crafts for seniors? Easy Summer Crafts for Seniors There’s a ...

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Two smiling seniors using laptop together

Emailing is an amazing tool that we often take for granted. In your childhood, you might have waited days or even weeks to receive a letter from a friend who lived far away, but now you can send them an email in seconds! Unfortunately, because it’s so easy to receive emails from just about anyone, ...

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Four seniors stretching outdoors, selective focus on man

“Two roads diverged in a wood, and I – I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” Some people live their lives by this famous Robert Frost quote. Other people like to stick to roads that are more well-traveled. But what if you’re ready to switch it up? Learn ...

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Paper hearts, scissors, ribbon, latte with heart in foam, etc

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and love is in the air. Of course, Valentine’s Day isn’t just for couples – it’s a great opportunity to show your love for family members, friends, neighbors, and even yourself. What better way to celebrate the holiday than with a cozy crafting session? We’ve rounded up a ...

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According to the AARP, Americans gave more than $471 billion to charity in 2020. Unfortunately, there are some people out there who are happy to take advantage of generous hearts, so you need to use your head when you decide to give. Learning how to avoid charity scams is vital if you want to be ...

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clementines surrounded by lights, garland, and cranberries

“That’s the thing with handmade items. They still have the person’s mark on them, and when you hold them, you feel less alone.” This quote from author Aimee Bender captures the magic of a good homemade gift. Send your love to someone this holiday season with one of these homemade Christmas gift ideas. Homemade Christmas ...

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Family on Christmas morning

Buying a gift for just one person can be difficult. Buying a gift for an entire family? Now that’s a real challenge. Luckily, these Christmas gift ideas for families are here to help. Christmas Gift Ideas for Families Christmas is the time of year when we show the people in our lives how much we ...

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Smiling senior woman holding turkey surrounded by family

Why is gratitude important? Self-help author Melody Beattie presents an impassioned argument: “Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” Like others who appreciate it, she praises the feeling for its ability to expand and enrich life. It’s not simply a matter of perception. Research suggests that ...

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Three houseplants on windowsill

“If you look the right way, you can see that the whole world is a garden.” This quote from Frances Hodgson Burnett’s The Secret Garden is also the secret of indoor gardening. If you widen your idea of what a garden can be, you’ll start seeing them everywhere you look. Here are some indoor gardening ...

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