Welcome to our blog.
This is a destination to learn more about life at Country Meadows, tips and advice for seniors and their families, caregiving support and ideas to keep senior minds and bodies active. Our new category “Through My Own Lens,” is written by a Country Meadows resident and provides a first-hand look into what it is like to live at one of our retirement communities.
A relaxing retirement requires lifestyle planning, decision-making
June 1, 2018
What could be easier than retirement? You stop working and wake up every day free to do what you want, when you want and with whomever you choose. It sounds …
Read MoreRetirees find computers enhance healthy, active senior living
May 25, 2018
Use of the Internet, smartphones and other communication technology is increasing among retirees, and many active senior living communities are encouraging that practice. A Pew Research Center’s 2017 report, “Tech …
Read MoreClose to home or far away, we still depend on Mom’s words of wisdom
May 9, 2018
Long after children have grown, mothers continue to have a strong influence on their children’s lives. Adult children, particularly daughters, often reach out to Mom, by phone or with a …
Read MoreMaking the decision to move to a retirement community brings relief, questions and a search for boxes
May 7, 2018
After a couple of years of living alone, cooking just for me, I became lonely and tired easily. I maintained my active lifestyle and enjoyed getting together with friends, but it wasn’t the same. The house became too big!
Read MoreKeeping the beat is therapeutic for residents of senior living communities
May 4, 2018
Residents of some senior living communities are benefitting physically and mentally from a simple activity that originated thousands of years ago. And they’re having loads of fun in the process. …
Read MoreCo-workers at the best retirement communities are driven by making a difference
April 30, 2018
Q: What is the key factor in the happiness and comfort of seniors residing at the best retirement communities? A: The quality of the staff. Words from families about staff …
Read MoreSocial activities at top retirement communities offer friendly competition and fun
April 24, 2018
From the time we’re children, most of us enjoy competing with others in games, contests and sporting events. We may gravitate away from competition as we get older, but many …
Read MoreTour bus trips offer entertainment and fellowship at active senior living communities
April 6, 2018
After moving to a retirement community, many people are surprised by just how much takes place there on any given day. They find daily opportunities awaiting them that were never …
Read MoreCreative arts benefit body, mind and spirit at retirement communities
March 23, 2018
The typical retiree today isn’t content to simply live longer—he or she wants to age well. Many seniors are doing exactly that by remaining involved in favorite activities for as …
Read MoreSt. Patrick’s Day is a reason for all to celebrate at senior living communities
March 16, 2018
An Irish saying proclaims, “There are only two kinds of people in the world, the Irish and those who wish they were.” That statement of pride contains more than a …
Read MoreSleep apnea in the senior living years should be diagnosed and treated
March 6, 2018
Despite common belief to the contrary, retirees need as much sleep as younger adults. Research shows that our sleep needs remain constant throughout adulthood, according to the National Sleep Foundation, …
Read MoreChoosing a retirement community? If so, ask the right questions
February 23, 2018
Moving to a retirement community is a major life decision, with many lifestyle and financial implications. So, prospective residents should ask communities a lot of questions before deciding on the …
Read MoreSeniors anticipate celebrating love and friendship on Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2018
In the middle of winter, it’s nice to warm our hearts with a day that celebrates love and friendship. Though we tend to think of Valentine’s Day as one of …
Read MoreSeven myths about modern retirees and the senior living experience
February 2, 2018
Many Americans don’t have an accurate image of older adults or the experience of senior living. They may readily accept fictional portrayals of seniors on TV or in movies as …
Read MoreWhat should you look for in a retirement community?
January 30, 2018
If you have decided that retirement community living could meet your needs or those of a loved one, you have several options to consider. You may even feel a bit …
Read MoreYoga for seniors: Discovering the physical, mental and emotional benefits
January 19, 2018
More and more seniors are practicing yoga for its low-impact movements, which help improve their flexibility, mobility, strength and balance, as well as their mental and emotional health. Those benefits …
Read MoreSeniors downsize and wonder, “What do we do with all this stuff?”
January 4, 2018
The headline of a New York Times article in August 2017 summarized the dilemma perfectly: “Aging parents with lots of stuff, and children who don’t want it.” As older parents …
Read More10 resolutions to improve senior living in 2018
December 31, 2017
As we anticipate a new year, some of us consider meaningful ways to improve our lives—physically, mentally, spiritually or socially. But the tradition of setting New Year’s resolutions predates modern …
Read MoreVision-impaired seniors can gain brighter outlooks at senior living communities
December 20, 2017
We begin to notice changes in our vision as we get older, generally beginning in our 40s. That’s normal, and most of us can enjoy our senior years without experiencing …
Read MoreActive senior living communities buzz with holiday excitement and anticipation
December 11, 2017
Whether we’re normally a pollyanna or a scrooge, and regardless of our age, the holidays really can bring out the child in all of us. Beginning around Thanksgiving, we see …
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