Check in regularly to read the latest news from The Waterford, important topics within the senior living landscape, as well as tips and facts about successful aging.

The Importance of Exercise in Seniors

You might think it goes without saying, but it deserves to be said anyway: Regular physical exercise for seniors is, hands down, one of the most important things you can do for your health. The adage “use it or lose it” is especially true for older adults. If you don’t continually use the muscles and …

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Golf Tips and Stretches for Seniors

Every athlete wants to outlast Father Time — or at least give Father Time some decent competition. But it’s easier to do that in some sports than others. Most professional football players, for example, retire from their sport at 35. Yet at 107, Gus Andreone was the oldest member of the Professional Golfers Association of …

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What Type of Retirement Community is Best for Me?

With so many different types of senior living choices out there, finding the one that checks every box on your list canbe difficult. Between your future healthcare and any unexpected financial changes that may arise, your decision to create a plan is extremely important to living a fulfilling and enjoyable retirement. After all, these are …

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Getting Your House Ready to Sell

You’ve planned for retirement living for years, and you’ve found the perfect community with a host of remarkable amenities and services. You’re 100% excited to enjoy the freedom, opportunities and fun of independent senior living. You’re also 100% ready to let go of maintenance and lawn care and home upkeep and embrace all your newfound …

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Moving to a Life Plan Community

You’ve thoughtfully made your senior living expectations checklist — freedom, opportunity, independence and amenities are all on your list. Chores and maintenance are definitely NOT. You’re now ready to make a change at this point of your retirement so that the next stage is your best stage. There’s just one more thing on the list: …

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Importance of Nutrition for Seniors

Like a fine wine, our lives just get better with age. However, as with everything, age also brings with it change. Some of the changes you may notice first have to do with your body. As we age, our bodies require different things, particularly when it comes to diet. Understanding these changing needs and making …

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Focusing on Your Mental Health in Retirement Years

Physical health is critical as we age, but it goes hand-in-hand with your mental well-being. You’re probably familiar with ways to keep your body healthy, like exercise, nutritious diet, and seeing a doctor regularly. But how familiar are you with ways to keep your mind healthy? What is mental health, and why is it important? …

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Planning the Move to a Life Plan Community

There are lots of retirement living strategies — age in place, downsize, rent, move in with family, live in an age-restricted (55-plus) community. But if you’re 55, you may not be remotely ready to think about where and how you’ll live in retirement. After all, according to one study, only 6.74% of Americans even considered …

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Six Benefits of a Life Plan Community You Might Not Have Considered

In 2021, Florida topped the list of states people are retiring to, according to a survey by United Van Lines. It’s understandable why retirees flock to the Sunshine State. Year-round good weather, ample outdoor recreation and low taxes account for just some of the reasons. That helps illustrate why people are choosing Florida — but …

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