There’s a reason downsizing is sometimes reframed as rightsizing: Moving into a smaller space with fewer belongings can be an opportunity to simplify as you shed the extraneous belongings and responsibilities that tend to accumulate with time. Nevertheless, the process of downsizing can be daunting. If you’re considering a move to an independent living community, […]
5 Best Hobbies for Seniors
Retirement isn’t a time to rest on your laurels. It can be an opportunity to act on long-cherished dreams, strike out on new adventures and participate in the pastimes you want to pursue. In fact, according to the National Institute on Aging, engaging in meaningful activities has health benefits for older adults, including longer life […]
Tips to Budget for a Life Plan Community
If you’re considering making the transition into a retirement community, an important first step is to get a clear picture of what that means for your budget. How much does senior living cost? The answer depends on a variety of factors — location, amenities, services, and the type of senior living community you choose. If […]
Westminster Village of West Lafayette Held a Groundbreaking Ceremony for the Latest Expansion within Their 41 Acre Campus
A groundbreaking ceremony was held at Westminster Village, Wednesday, May 18th at 2 p.m. for the long-awaited expansion to their community. Speakers included West Lafayette Mayor John Dennis, Indiana State Representative Sheila Klinker, Westminster Village Board President Sandy Fights, and Executive Director Ben Blankenship. Seventy-six guests were in attendance including the Westminster Village Board of […]
Benefits of Joining a Retirement Community Waiting List, Early!
You know that a senior living community is in your future. Even though it’s a dream that may be further down the road for you, there are many benefits (including less stress) to choosing your place early and getting your name on a waiting list well before you’re actually ready to make the move. Here, we’ll […]
Art Therapy for Seniors
What is Art Therapy for Seniors? Arts and wellness go together like finger pressing a paint brush to canvas, arranging flowers in a vase, flipping through a playbill at the theater, molding a clay bowl or plucking an instrument’s strings. Engaging in the arts — whether purposefully or playfully — boosts emotional, cognitive and physical […]