The concept of senior living communities is somewhat familiar to all of us. In movies and television, we often see retirement communities depicted in a simplistic way. Many people’s perception of senior living is colored by these kinds of isolated experiences. References are often outdated or the scope is too narrow to fully define the …
Your retirement journey begins – or continues – when you make the decision to live in a Life Plan Community like The Oaks at Bartlett. Whether you’ve just made the choice to move or have been preparing for a while, the process involves enough moving parts to make your head spin. Luckily, we’ve put together …
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How would you describe your resolutions for the new year? Senior living communities offer many benefits for independent seniors looking to start a new chapter of their retirement. Whether getting healthy, simplifying your finances, making new friends, or living with fewer worries, a Life Plan Community like The Oaks at Bartlett offers opportunities for seniors …
’Tis the season to be busy! Activities and events happen all December long in Bartlett, as well as for those who call The Oaks at Bartlett their home. Keep reading to hear about all the fun we’ve been having this holiday season, and learn more about some annual holiday events that happen right here in …
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Among the many options for senior living accommodations, the most all-inclusive is the Life Plan Community. These senior living communities offer numerous lifestyle benefits, care services and on-site amenities to make residents’ lives convenient and worry-free. Read on to learn more about the benefits of a Life Plan Community like The Oaks at Bartlett. What’s …
Joe’s Story: How does he do it? Joe didn’t retire from full-time teaching until he was in his early 80s—and even then, he didn’t stop teaching: at 88, he continues to teach part time, organizing discussion groups and workshops on philosophy, his field of expertise, and is also writing an introduction to a colleague’s textbook. …
Living in a retirement community has become a popular option for active older adults because of a new emphasis on active adult independent living. In fact, the name “Continuing Care Retirement Community” has been replaced by the name “Life Plan Community” because of the latter’s emphasis on living rather than on care. The AARP reports …
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Aging affects all of us differently, and sometimes limitations make physical activities more challenging. In spite of these challenges, we can still stay active and engaged with our physical well-being by making sensible modifications to our routines. Limitations in range of motion of joints is a normal part of the aging process. A decrease in …
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Making the best care decisions for ourselves or our loved ones starts with a clear understanding of what care options are available. An honest assessment of our loved ones’ current and future needs is also essential. Marie and Sam Both Marie and her dad, Sam, knew when it was time for Sam to move from …
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The transition from a home environment to Assisted Living can present challenges for many senior parents. The responsibility of helping to ease these challenges often falls on the adult children and other family members of these seniors. Many emotions are at play for both adult children and their parents. Understanding what’s at work on a …
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