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March 4th, 2020
The health, safety and well-being of our residents, employees and families are always top priorities at our community. With the coronavirus (COVID-19) in the news and on the minds of many, we want to address actions taking place related to this concern. Some of the actions we are addressing include: Consistent updates and communication to […]
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February 17th, 2020
Oh, glorious retirement. With the daily grind in the rearview mirror, it’s time to indulge your curiosity and explore. Travel tops the to-do lists of most people retirement age and older. And that’s exactly what seniors are doing. According to AARP’s 2019 Boomer Travel Trends, 94% of baby boomers anticipated at least one domestic getaway […]
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It’s a Proud Time to Live at Essex Meadows Our management company, Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company, was ranked highest in Customer Satisfaction among Senior Living Communities in the J.D. Power study. This award demonstrates that residents and their families are receiving the care and service they absolutely deserve. The award for Highest in […]
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January 28th, 2020
There’s nothing like snuggling up with a good book. Being transported into unfamiliar worlds. Meeting unique and compelling characters. Traversing every unexpected twist and turn of the plot. Reading’s great fun and it’s good for you. That’s what we tell children when encouraging them to pick up the habit. And it’s what we should continually […]
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December 13th, 2019
During the last 50 years, scientific and technological innovation has had profound effects on how learning is understood. Learning is no longer simply associated with a formal education in school or applied solely in the workplace. Instead, learning is now seen as something that takes place throughout our lives in our daily interactions with others […]
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December 3rd, 2019
Here’s the good news: Your doctor says you should have more fun. Playtime isn’t just for kids, it’s important for everyone. But it might be particularly so for seniors, because games can help restore or prolong our vitality. In fact, studies continue to show that play and fun activities — for older adults or people […]
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November 15th, 2019
You’ve reached an age where freedom reigns. You’re untethered from responsibilities, and free time has blossomed. The world is your oyster; your life is a well-planned gem. But … You’ve also reached an age where driving at night to, say, meet friends for dinner is daunting. Venturing to the store on a snowy day is […]
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November 1st, 2019
Staying Fit During Winter When colder temperatures arrive and the snow starts falling, it’s easy to neglect exercise, especially as we age. But winter shouldn’t mean hibernation. There’s no reason you need to take a break from physical activity when it gets chilly outside. Senior living communities like Essex Meadows, or your local senior center, […]
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October 28th, 2019
As we age, many common activities we once took for granted can become more troublesome. Strength wanes, joints stiffen, balance can become more precarious. These hurdles affect daily routines and can affect our quality of life. It’s especially true following an injury, surgery or other medical event. For seniors who encounter unexpected obstacles to full […]
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October 4th, 2019
By David Reynolds, Director of Food and Beverages at Essex Meadows Imagine you’re at a nice restaurant. The menu describes delectable dishes and the wine list is expansive. Of course you want your whole dining experience to be just right, including the wine pairings. But maybe you’re unsure what goes with your order. Or perhaps […]
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