Mary and Bob Hammar moved west with just $150, no jobs, and a lot of tenacity. For Mary and her late husband, this was the start of their American Dream. Over 20 years they built a medical uniform business, Hammar’s Uniforms, into a thriving nine-store chain. “Hard work and tenacity developed that business,” Mary shared. […]
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Loneliness and social isolation are now recognized as serious threats to physical health in older adults—not just emotional ones. Research has linked chronic isolation to a higher risk of heart disease, stroke, and dementia. It weakens the immune system, disrupts sleep, and elevates levels of stress hormones that, over time, cause real damage to the […]
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Finding the right senior living community can feel a lot like dating, especially when you tour a community. It’s an occasion where everyone puts their best foot forward. You may see some green flags, some red flags, and some places that don’t quite pique your interest. Both are situations when you need to have all […]
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Moving into a senior living community is a major life transition. For older adults who have pets, there are extra layers of concern. Some people don’t even want to spend a single night away from their pets, let alone move some place where their furry (or feathered or scaly) friends are not welcome. Occasionally, the […]
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There’s a scene near the end of the movie “The Notebook” that stays with people long after the credits roll. Noah, aging and sharp-minded, sits beside his wife, Allie, in the care home where she lives. She has Alzheimer’s. She doesn’t always know his name. But he reads their love story to her every day. […]
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According to the Administration for Community Living, someone who is 65 today has a 70% chance of needing some sort of long-term care. And the best time to think about senior living is well before you need it. But thinking about senior living can bring up a lot of questions. For many older adults, the […]
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Choosing a senior living community involves many considerations, but one of the most pressing concerns for families is understanding the costs. It can be hard to accurately compare different facilities when they use different pricing models. Here’s what you need to know to make an informed decision. All-inclusive monthly fee The most straightforward model is […]
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If you’re caring for an aging parent, spouse, or other loved one, you know how demanding the role can be. Between managing medications, preparing meals, helping with personal care, and providing companionship, caregiving often becomes a round-the-clock responsibility. It’s meaningful work, but it’s also exhausting. That’s where respite care comes in—and it might be exactly […]
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Choosing a senior living community is a big decision. Whether you’re exploring options for yourself or a loved one, nothing can replace seeing a community for yourself by taking a tour. But with so many details to observe and questions to ask, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or miss important red flags. Here are seven […]
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Our parents spend the first decades of our lives making sure we have everything we need to be happy, healthy, and successful. It can feel like quite the role reversal when, as an adult, you begin to worry if your parents are thriving in older age. We know that most people want to stay in their homes as long as […]
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