Understanding Continuing Care Retirement Communities A continuing care retirement community (CCRC) is a special type of senior living community that’s designed to welcome and support seniors throughout the entire aging process. From independent living to memory care,...
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Understanding Memory Care Costs & Options
According to the Alzheimer's Association, more than 6 million Americans live with Alzheimer's. By 2050, this number is projected to rise to nearly 13 million. When your loved one develops memory loss, it can be challenging for your whole family. It’s difficult to...
Senior Side Hustles: Making Extra Income As An Older Adult
According to Side Hustle Nation, 39% of working Americans report having a side hustle—that’s approximately 80 million people. And it’s not just a Gen X, Millennial, or Gen Z phenomenon. In fact, 24% of Baby Boomers (age 59-77) have a side hustle. Why are so many...
Senior Travel Tips: Ways for Older Adults to Stay Safe While on Vacation
For most of us, traveling to a new destination for a vacation is a thrill—and that doesn’t change as you grow older. Even seniors love the idea of a getaway! But, older adults can be more vulnerable to illness and injury. That’s why taking a few precautions is...
Achieving Your Health & Wellness Goals as a Senior
It’s no secret that growing older can challenge a person’s ability to remain healthy and active. Unfortunately, many seniors—about one in three men and one in two women by age 75—engage in no physical activity, according to the Centers for Disease Control and...
Benefits of Working in Senior Living at Copeland Oaks
Imagine spending your days making a difference in people’s lives. That’s at the core of what our entire team does here at Copeland Oaks. We all work in different ways to ensure our residents have the support and care they need to get the most out of life. Whether it's...
Summer Wellness Activity Ideas For Seniors
Winter in Ohio can seem never-ending at times. The cool temperatures make it hard to get outside and partake in activities and hobbies that enrich our lives. But, when the weather warms up during the summer, it’s time to get back outside and enjoy life. While...
How to Reconnect With Friends and Family in the Post-Pandemic Era
The COVID-19 pandemic impacted us all in so many unexpected ways. For many people, spending time enjoying life with friends and family was put on hold. Holiday gatherings, vacations, weddings, and even funerals were canceled to prevent the spread of the disease....
What Types of Insurance Covers Memory Care Costs?
Medicare vs Medicaid If your loved one has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or dementia, navigating through health insurance, Medicare and Medicaid can be a difficult process. Almost half of nursing facility residents suffer from some form of dementia and about one in...
Why Independent Living Offers Seniors Peace of Mind
For many seniors, retirement is a chapter in which they meet new friends, pursue new activities and travels or just plain relax. Whatever their retirement pursuits, one option is to relocate to independent living facilities. This takes away the onus of responsibility...