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How to Keep Hobbies Alive When Moving to Assisted Living

At Bethesda Senior Living Communities, one of our missions is to support all our residents in living the most active, enjoyable and vibrant life possible. Some older adults worry about missing out on favorite parts of life after moving into an assisted living community, and that might include fears that favorite hobbies will fall by the wayside. You can keep hobbies alive and active after moving into assisted living by following some common-sense approaches and being flexible.

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7 Tips for Building Meaningful Friendships in Your New Community

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One of the best things about moving into a senior living community is the sense of belonging it provides. When you step outside your assisted living apartment, you'll find neighbors ready to provide conversation, companionship, laughter and support. Read on for tips on getting to know your community, building cherished friendships and making the most of this exciting next phase in your life.

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How to Create a Faith-Based Book Club in Your Assisted Living Community

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Reading for pleasure and knowledge is a powerful habit to cultivate at any age. In fact, recent research indicates that leisure reading can help improve episodic memory and working memory. Working memory may naturally decline with age, and this is part of what supports language processing and long-term memory in the brain, so engaging in activities that strengthen this cognitive function can be a good idea as you enter retirement.

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4 Fun or Surprising Ways to Make Daily Devotions a Part of Your Life

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Daily devotions are a healthy spiritual habit to develop in your life. Dedicating time to prayer and study is essential to keeping your focus on Jesus and maturing as a believer.

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8 Inspiring Biographies Every Senior Should Read

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At Bethesda Senior Living, we're big fans of lifelong learning. Many of our residents attend workshops, take classes and join local book clubs, giving them plenty of opportunities to socialize while they learn. If you'd rather read on your own, pick up one of these biographies. You may be inspired to learn a new skill or strengthen your personal relationships.

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8 Books for Seniors of Faith to Read This Winter

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For seniors of faith, reading can challenge their perspectives, help them relate to other people and deepen their understanding of God.

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