WLR Blog
Posted: Tuesday, February 23, 2021

4 key reasons not to ignore loneliness

Living alone doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ll be lonely. Just as there is no guarantee that you won’t be if you’re surrounded by others. But loneliness itself can have a detrimental effect on your health, both physically and emotionally, and should not be ignored.

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WLR Blog
Posted: Wednesday, February 17, 2021

Can you improve your brain health? Try these 5 action steps and decide for yourself

Much has been written about aging and performing cognitive drills. You may wonder if there are benefits to working out your brain but the question often remains…

Do brain exercises really work?

The answer depends on what you’re hoping to accomplish. Research hasn’t confirmed that playing brain games alone will reduce your risk of developing Alzheimer’s, but some studies have found they might help delay or slow the progression.

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WLR Blog
Posted: Wednesday, February 10, 2021

5 ways assisted living helps keep your independence

If you ask seniors about their biggest concerns, there’s usually one at or near the top of the list.

The loss of independence.

Based mostly on assumptions made and misperceptions, many older adults have expressed this worry when it comes to assisted living.

But the exact opposite is actually true. By getting a little help now, seniors often find they’re able to hold onto their independence longer.

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WLR Blog
Posted: Thursday, February 4, 2021

How an independent living community can add real value to your life?

As we grow older, we become more aware of our quality of life. It’s a common time to look back at what we’ve done and look forward in anticipation of what may be. We might find ourselves considering what we want in the future.

This is one of the reasons why seniors often begin considering how to achieve their desired lifestyle. For many, one choice will be moving to an independent living community.

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