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4 Ways Hobbies Keep You Healthy in Christian Retirement Homes



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When you get older and are heading into a Christian retirement home, there are some unique, new challenges. It can be hard to figure out how to live on a fixed income, find activities that keep you busy, and age-related medical problems that need attention. All of these issues can be challenging at first, but it is possible to adapt your lifestyle so that you can continue living an enjoyable and meaningful life.

One way to ensure you stay healthy and connected with others in your retirement community is by picking up new hobbies. Taking time for yourself and doing things that make you happy such as reading, attending religious services, listening to music, crafting, gardening, or playing board games, can all help to keep you healthy. In this article, we’ll talk about how hobbies keep you healthy, happy, and able to enjoy your retirement in senior living.

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Senior Living Communities & Why Staying Connected Is Vital to Healthy Aging



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As you approach retirement age, one of the most important considerations should be how you plan to live out your golden years while remaining active and healthy. Senior living communities provide an ideal option to help you achieve both goals.

One of the most important parts of staying healthy while aging and one of the many benefits of living in a community like ours is the connection between you and others. Studies have shown that seniors who engage in social activities with their peers tend to be more physically and mentally healthy than those who are socially isolated.

Socializing helps strengthen your memory, stimulates creative thinking, and encourages communication skills. Additionally, it promotes a sense of belonging which can help alleviate loneliness and depression.

In this article, we will discuss why staying engaged with others as you age is so important, the health benefits of doing it, and how senior communities can help foster it.

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Tips on Reducing Your Risk of Needing a Memory Care Facility



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As you get older, your memory, ability to concentrate, ability to process new information may start to decline, which is a frustrating experience for most. You might find yourself forgetting things more easily or having difficulty understanding something that used to make perfect sense. You could also start feeling overwhelmed quickly when trying to learn new things or complete daily living tasks that require concentration. It may become harder for you to do the things you once enjoyed doing. Fortunately, there are some steps you can take to help slow the effects of cognitive decline.

In this blog post, we’ll discuss how to reduce your risk of needing a memory care facility down the road and how things like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia are identified. By following these tips, you may be able to slow down the progression of these conditions, reduce the need for dementia care or an Alzheimer’s memory care facility in the near future, and keep your mind sharp. While it’s inevitable that you may need some form of support as you grow older, these proactive steps can help reduce the risk of relying on our Lancaster, PA, memory care facilities in the future.

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Choosing a Continuing Care Retirement Community & Why It’s Important Now



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As retirement approaches, you need to consider future living arrangements, including the option of continuing care retirement communities (CCRC.) In previous blogs, we have discussed what a CCRC is and how it offers various levels of care and services, including independent living, personal care, and skilled nursing care. Choosing a CCRC now, while you can still enjoy independent living in our community, rather than later in life, can significantly benefit your current and future well-being.

One of the many benefits of selecting a CCRC early is the certainty of a secure living arrangement. By choosing a CCRC when you are fully able to, you are securing a guaranteed level of care and services for the rest of your life. Additionally, you are helping your family and other loved ones from making that decision on your behalf later down the road.

In this blog post, we will talk about the benefits of making this decision right now versus later on, who this decision helps, and how to secure your place in a CCRC.

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Why Choose Faith-Based Retirement Communities for Your Golden Years?



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As you grow older, you may notice that your peers are looking for housing in a community that matches their values. For many, that means they are searching for faith-based senior housing. Faith-based retirement communities in Pennsylvania provide seniors with a safe and secure environment, customized care plans tailored to each individual’s needs, and the chance to be part of an inspiring community that shares the same values.

If you’re considering this option for yourself or a loved one, it’s a good idea to learn more about it. In this post, we’ll discuss some critical aspects of faith-based senior living and help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.

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Do You Need a Memory Care Center in Lancaster, PA? This Guide Can Help You Choose



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Age is a gift, and experiencing all the things that come along with getting older can be a joy. However, there are some challenging aspects to aging that you or a loved one might experience that require specialized attention. If memory loss is a concern for yourself or someone you care about, it might be time to consider a memory care center in Lancaster, PA.

At Calvary Homes, we have worked with residents in all stages of life, from those who are entirely independent to those who need more help and supervision in their day-to-day lives. Memory care is a delicate task that only the most skilled, compassionate team can address adequately, and our Garden View unit is equipped to do that and more.

Choosing a memory care center is about more than staff and the location; it’s about the person who receives the care. Read on to learn more about memory care and what you should look for in a memory care center.

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What Kinds of Care Do We Offer at Our CCRC in Lancaster, PA?



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Your years in the workforce are ending, and your well-deserved retirement is on the horizon. The excitement is building, but with that comes a slight hesitation. What will your life be like after you don’t have work each day? Do you live somewhere you can relax, or are you in the middle of the hustle and bustle of city life and feel like you want to live somewhere else?

Location concerns aside, you may also be thinking about your health and what you’ll need in terms of healthcare as you continue to enjoy your later years. If you’ve had health issues in the past, you might already have issues with your mobility or other aspects of your wellbeing. However, even if you’ve always been very healthy, it’s not unusual for your wellness to decline as you age. That’s why continuing care retirement communities, or CCRC in Lancaster, PA, are an excellent option for you!

At Calvary Homes, our community is full of people like you who enjoy their golden years with others who are similar in age and share common interests. The gorgeous landscape of Lancaster County is just one of the benefits you’ll enjoy during your time with us.

You will discover we encourage your physical, mental, and spiritual health and fulfillment through our community, resident activities, and attentive staff. We are one of the all-inclusive retirement communities with living options for many types of healthcare needs as well, ensuring you get the care you need when you need it.

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How Can Retirement Community Amenities Make or Break Your Experience?



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Retirement is a joyous part of life, and you can fill this newly relaxing period with everything from global adventures to more leisurely activities like reading on your porch. What you choose to do with your time is entirely up to you! But when you decide it’s time to move to a new location for your retirement, it’s always important to scope out the site’s amenities before choosing it for a long-term stay.

When you move to a community of other retirees, the available retirement community amenities can impact your day-to-day life. You deserve a positive experience in your new living situation, so having amenities that suit your needs and interests can mean the difference between loving where you live and just tolerating it.

At Calvary Homes, we know how important it is for our residents to feel at home, so we offer many amenities they are familiar with and some that add even more relaxation to their lives. When choosing where you want to live for retirement, there are a few questions you can ask yourself to determine what kind of community you will fit into best.

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How Can I Talk to My Elderly Parents About Senior Living Options?



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Growing older and available senior living options can be uncomfortable subjects to talk about, especially when your elderly parents are resistant to the idea of needing more help with their daily tasks as they age. But having these conversations while your parents are still healthy and able to talk about it can help ease them into a mindset where they feel comfortable thinking about their living options.

Calvary Homes is a senior living community that wants to welcome your family members into our care with grace and respect whenever they are ready. We understand how moving can be overwhelming for some older people, and we want to ensure that this transition is seamless for you and your loved ones. By talking about their options now, you can help your elderly parents prepare for their life in a senior living community like ours, where they will get the care and attention they deserve.

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5 Big Tips for Staying Active in Retirement



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A little while ago, we published a post here on the blog that introduced some of the fantastic activities that we enjoy as a community right here on our all-inclusive Calvary Homes campus in Lancaster, PA. Whether you enjoy exercising, arts and crafts, music and concerts, or Bible studies with friends, you will have ample opportunity to pursue your passions every day at Calvary Homes.

But what if you need a little help filling your time and keeping active once you’ve retired? It’s true that retirement presents a change of pace that not all individuals are ready for—even if they think they will be. Today, many seniors find the extensive free time suddenly available to them in retirement can be challenging to fill with meaningful or productive activities.

You’ve earned this time, and you should spend it how you want instead of having others constantly dictating your schedule. But how?

Today’s blog post offers a few ideas for the newly retired—or their loved ones looking out for them—on how to make sure the transition from “the daily grind” to “the golden years” is a happy one.

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