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How to Pray Your Way Into an Assisted Living Community

How to Pray Your Way Into an Assisted Living Community

Faith

Making the decision to move into an assisted living community can be exciting and emotional. It's a big lifestyle change for many people, so it's natural to have questions, concerns and hopes about what's next for you. Prayer can be a powerful tool for older adults of faith as they walk through this life season. You can use it to seek guidance, comfort and peace from God every step of the way.

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What to Bring (and What to Leave Behind) When Moving to Assisted Living

What to Bring (and What to Leave Behind) When Moving to Assisted Living

Assisted Living

Moving into an assisted living apartment is a major change, and deciding what to bring is an important part of making the transition easier. It's common to downsize your belongings before you make the move to assisted living due to the often smaller square footage of your new apartment. That means you might have to be selective about what goes along with you. There are also items that might be prohibited or that are better left somewhere else.

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Visiting a Loved One in Memory Care: Tips for Positive Interactions

Visiting a Loved One in Memory Care: Tips for Positive Interactions

Memory Care

Visiting a loved one in memory care can be a rewarding, meaningful experience, but it can also come with some emotional challenges. As dementia progresses, the way you connect with your loved one may change and recognition may shift. Still, your presence can provide a powerful comfort, even when conversation becomes challenging.

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6 Tips for Living Rich: Understanding God’s Abundance as You Age

6 Tips for Living Rich: Understanding God’s Abundance as You Age

Faith

Did you know that globally, the average annual household income is around $9,700? If your household brings in more than around $800 per month, you're richer than half the world. Removing our "Western" lenses and really looking at the world can help us see that we're richer than we think.

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5 Reasons to Consider Respite Care After a Hospital Stay

5 Reasons to Consider Respite Care After a Hospital Stay

Assisted Living

Respite care is short-term support that provides family caregivers with a break while ensuring their loved ones continue to receive quality care. It can happen at home, in assisted living communities or in specialized care centers.

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Finding Your Purpose in Retirement: Faith-Filled Ideas for Meaningful Days

Finding Your Purpose in Retirement: Faith-Filled Ideas for Meaningful Days

Faith

Transitions can be difficult. Whether you're moving from days raising kids into the empty-nest chapters, taking a step from career to retirement or downsizing your home and moving into an independent living community or assisted living community, major life changes can come with surprising questions.

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