The ‘Where’ of Aging: Rethinking and Rebranding
Our first entry in a new occasional series, “The ‘Where’ of Aging,” about Longboat Key resident Maureen Stark’s move at 82 to a continuing-care retirement…Read More
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Is the New Name for CCRCs a Winner?
From here on out, continuing care retirement communities may be called “Life Plan Communities” — or not. The new term emerged out of a lengthy process…Read More
LeadingAge: Start Saying ‘Life Plan Community’ Instead of CCRC
A new term for continuing care retirement communities titled “life plan community” has been decreed the best fit after a two-year renaming process. LeadingAge’s “Project…Read More
100-Year Old Wilmette Woman Enjoys Cubs Game at Wrigley Field
A 100-year-old resident of Mather Place of Wilmette recently had a chance to see her beloved Chicago Cubs in-person at Wrigley Field. Ruth Bower, a…Read More
Keeping Residents Happy May Keep Them Healthy
It’s amazing what a difference a positive mindset can have on older adults’ resilience and well-being. I recently heard from a woman who is struggling…Read More
What You Should Know about Mather LifeWays
A few weeks ago I got a chance to interview Mary Leary, President and CEO of Mather LifeWays. I have been on their mailing list…Read More
Maryland Provider Wins Gold in Tech Awards Dignity Category
Charles E. Smith Life Communities, a campus of six senior living facilities in Rockville, MD, drew inspiration from the video game industry in creating its…Read More
A Fresh Take on Community Outreach
“Community engagement” is a popular phrase among senior living providers looking to expand their footprint, improve the marketability of their community, and reach more older…Read More
Mini-Triathlon at The Mather
Eight weeks of training paid off for 17 residents of The Mather on Sept. 1, as they took part in a mini-triathlon. While participants followed…Read More
Harriet Wadeson Honored with Myra Levick Award for Excellence in Art Therapy
The Illinois Art Therapy Association recently honored Dr. Harriet Wadeson with the Myra Levick Award for Excellence in Art Therapy at a celebration at The Mather,…Read More
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