senior living News

As their parents live longer and more active lives, many members of the Altamonte Springs community are becoming part of the “sandwich generation” – those who are caring for their aging parents while still raising their own children.

New Development Will Bring Upscale Senior Living, 200 Jobs to Lee County, Fla.

Ryan Keele, executive director for Chancellor Gardens retirement community, will participate for the first time as a volunteer wrangler at the 25th Annual Antelope Island Bison Roundup.

The Village at Gleannloch Farms, the Lutheran-sponsored community for active adults ages 62 and up, has successfully launched a new service program called Care-Connect at The Village.

The Village at Gleannloch Farms, the Lutheran-sponsored community for active adults ages 62 and up, has launched a new program designed to lower the financial requirements for accessing senior housing and healthcare at the community.

Recognizing Caregivers in Honor of National Family Caregivers Month

The Village at Gleannloch Farms recently hosted more than 80 women for a meeting of the National Charity League, Inc.

Health care veteran brings vast experience to downtown Seattle's only Life Care retirement community.

Investors, developers and business leaders meet in Delhi to address India’s ageing issues

Sarah Derrenbacher has been promoted to Vice President, Senior Client Partner at Brand Integrity. She will leverage the company’s consulting and software solutions to help clients manage their branded experiences and gain more loyal customers.

New Name and Direction Enhance Legacy of 78-Year-Old Organization

The Legacy at Preston Hollow recently hosted members of the Legacy Senior Communities Women’s Auxiliary for the kick-off meeting of “The Yes! Event” planning committee.

Residents and friends—more than 140 people in all—gathered to bid “aloha” to summer heat with the annual Hawaiian Spring event. The tropical soiree was hosted by The Village at Gleannloch Farms.

With the Medicare/Medicaid certification of its skilled nursing unit, residents at Kobernick Anchin may now age in place with a full continuum of care.

Woodstock Terrace, an assisted living community in Woodstock, Vermont, recently allowed residents to channel their latent Latin rhythm by hosting a Zumba Gold class for residents.

Leading United States retirement living provider, Senior Resource Group (SRG) and United Kingdom equivalent Audley, are launching a social experiment to gain further insight into retirement living, dispel myths and challenge stereotypes of aging.

Wheelock Terrace, an assisted living community in Hanover, New Hampshire, recently put canines of all kinds in the spotlight.

Jerry Roth, MBA, CFP, FIC, a nationally recognized wealth advisor, recently presented on the economic analysis and its impact on Houston seniors.

Valley Terrace is celebrating National Assisted Living Week, September 11-17, 2011, with a broad range of events for both their residents and the local community. Many of these events are open and free to the public.

La Vida Real senior living community welcomes the public to a Town Hall meeting with Congressman Duncan Hunter on August 31st from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m..

Sue McClure Named General Manager/Executive Vice President; Internal Promotions Include Susan Bogan to Executive Vice President/Client Relations

Verba HealthCare Promotions will embrace the Senior Living, Home Health and Long -Term Care industries Verba facilitates outreach and marketing efforts, helping their customers to “touch more lives, and build more business.”

Vacant Marcella Duffy School to be Redeveloped

Nationally recognized wealth advisor Jerry Roth, MBA, CFP, FIC, will present a review of current economic factors and the implications for seniors, hosted by the Village at Gleannloch Farms from 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Valley Terrace recently hosted an ice cream social served up by the Red Hat Valley Ladies—a group of residents that is part of a global organization of women who enjoy searching out—and sharing—the finer things in life.

"Aging Parents: Starting the Conversation" the First in a Six-Part Series

The Legacy at Preston Hollow, a family service-oriented community, has named Julie Thornton Wilson director of social services.

Equinox Terrace, an assisted living community in Manchester Center, VT, recently hosted a “Summer Celebration” event for residents, staff, family and friends.

Committed to providing future residents with exceptional value, extraordinary design and unparalleled amenities and services, Maravilla Scottsdale announces it has partnered with Moving Station® to offer Moving Made Easy®.

West Coast's premier retirement community turns 50 in 2011 at gala event.

Residents and staff of The Legacy at Preston Hollow, a family service-oriented community, invited friends and family members to celebrate Father’s Day with a fun community event which included belly dancing, beer and “manly” appetizers.

Edgewood Place, a comprehensive rehabilitation and skilled nursing center located on the campus of The Village at Brookwood in Burlington, N.C., turns 10 years old.

Residents of Watermere at Southlake, a master-planned development for homeowners age 55 plus, celebrated Father’s Day with a Sunday brunch in La Mer Fine Dining Restaurant with family and friends.

Woodstock Terrace, an assisted living community in Woodstock, Vermont, recently hosted an open yoga demonstration given to encourage even more residents to participate in the beneficial mind and body exercise.

Friendship Village Tempe Associate Recognized for Emphasis on Person-Centered Care to Residents

While an increase in life span should be a celebrated event, this demographic trend will put a strain on social security and other government services.

Maravilla Scottsdale announces the addition of senior sales representative, Lynnette Melbostad. Melbostad joins the team as they count down to the luxury retirement community’s grand opening which is now less than a year away.

Livingsenior.com is an online resource center that provides a wide range of valuable information for seniors and their families as they make the transition into the golden years of retirement.

Isle at Watercrest–Mansfield, the all-new comprehensive health services community in Mansfield, is now open and currently moving in its first residents.

Watermere at Southlake recently hosted a picnic in the community’s park and gazebo to benefit its first annual fundraiser for the Alzheimer’s Association.

With seniors becoming more savvy in Internet usage, it is becoming critical for the senior living market to address its target audiences online. A strong website that is easily found by the search engines is key to generating interest.

The Legacy at Willow Bend, Plano's first and only Life Care Retirement Community, has named Dana Hanks to the position of Sales Counselor.

Residents of Windham Terrace, an assisted living community in Windham, NH, recently visited Candia Vineyards to sample and purchase some of the vineyards' select wines.

Woodstock Terrace recently hosted members of Zack's Place, a local community enrichment center for people with special needs, who performed story lines and songs from famous productions for residents and staff of the community.

Residents of The Village at Gleannloch Farms, a northwest Houston senior living community, celebrated Cinco de Mayo with a festive program.

New arts and technology initiatives for seniors living at The Wartburg will be coordinated by Americorps members.

Members of the largest demographic in American history, Baby Boomers, begin turning 65 next year. As these men and women join a senior population that continues to live longer lives, many face first hand involvement with senior care challenges.

Enhanced Assisted Living and Memory Care Residence to Open in June in the Heart of White Plains

Brevard's only Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), celebrated the dedication of the Jay B. Memorial Chapel and now offers residents a full array of non-denominational chapel services.

Supported living has grown to be a refreshing new alternative in future aged care. At Fairways Supported Living in Australia, the choice of living is yours. You can live here just the way you want with all comforts at your disposal.