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“55 Plus Seminar Series” to Educate Austin Older Adult Homeowners: Series of Free Educational Seminars Provide Answers to Later-Life Housing Issues
The truth. It's what Austin homeowners want concerning later-in-life housing issues like reverse mortgages, 55+ senior living options, selling a house in today's market, and preparing to “stay put” in your own home as you age-in-place. These topics, along with others, will be presented... - January 10, 2017 - Cummings Realty
Helping Hearts At Home Empowers Seniors to Age in Place
Helping Hearts At Home is a new companion agency, owned and operated by an RN with many years experience working with the geriatric population in all healthcare settings. They believe in aging in place and have the resources to help seniors do just that. The holiday time brings busy families together. This is also the time of year when parents who have need for some assistance at home set off red flags with certain behavior changes. - December 16, 2016 - Helping Hearts At Home
Giveaway for Senior Living Community to Receive Free Emergency Call System
The deadline for entering is fast approaching for an in-need senior living community to receive a complimentary resident safety system. - December 01, 2016 - Silversphere
Birches Offers Certification Training to Dementia Caregivers
The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. hosted a Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) training seminar. - December 01, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Gurwin Jewish’s Fifth Annual “L’dor v’dor” Calendar Reveal Held at Cinema Arts Centre
Gurwin Jewish has released its annual calendar of the ages - a tribute to and starring the men and women of the Gurwin Jewish Fay J. Lindner Residences assisted living community. The 2017 edition, featuring three Holocaust survivors, a decorated WWII vet and an original advertising “Mad Man,” was accompanied by a 13-minute film on the making of the calendar which was revealed at a Hollywood-style premiere for the families and friends of the models. - December 01, 2016 - Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Elliott Homes Wins Two Building and Design Awards in One Week
Elliott Homes adds to their long list of honors and accolades after receiving two highly coveted awards in one week for their custom beach front home, The Camille. The 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home brings the antebellum style homes back to the Mississippi Gulf Coast that have been missing from the landscape since Hurricane Katrina. - November 29, 2016 - Elliott Homes LLC
Home Caregivers Introduces New Website for Northern Virginia Family Caregivers
Home Caregivers this week is introducing a Family Learning Center® on its website, http://flc.ipced.com/HCG making it easier for family caregivers to find training and support resources to help them better care for the needs of their loved ones at home. - November 28, 2016 - Home Caregivers
Zarvic Brothers Offers Diversified Exposure to Private Equity with Innovative Vero Fund
Zarvic Brothers LLC announces the launch of Zarvic's Vero Fund. Building off Zarvic's annualized 36% return from the past few years, Zarvic has launched the new Vero Fund fund based on the same strategy. - November 23, 2016 - ZarVic Brothers LLC
Comfort Keepers of Toronto, ON Provides 10-Point Guide to Home Care
Toronto Agency Working to Help Clients Find the Right Care for Their Needs - November 22, 2016 - Comfort Keepers of Toronto, ON
Birches Resident Inspires Community-Wide Recycling Program
Birches Assisted Living resident Tom Donnelly helped create a recycling program at his new community. - November 18, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Lou Whittaker, World Famous Mountain Guide, Artist and Author Conquers His Hearing Loss and Finds Success with Hearing Aids Recommended by His Son, Win
Father and son, Lou and Win Whittaker featured in hearing loss awareness campaign. In recognition of Luna Family Hearing’s annual Hear for the Holidays hearing loss awareness campaign, they wanted to share the story of a father and son supporting each other’s hearing loss and success with hearing aids. - November 10, 2016 - Luna Family Hearing
Buy a Home Abroad with Help of a Local Keller Williams Associate at the RMF Team at Keller Williams Columbia NE
Keller Williams has an extensive international network of experienced real estate professionals. - November 10, 2016 - RMF Team @ KW Realty
Comfort Life Announces Best Places to Retire for 2017
If you are looking ahead to 2017 as the year you finally downsize and buy that retirement dream home, check out Comfort Life's lists of some of the best places to retire in Canada, including best places to retire in BC, and in Southwestern Ontario. - November 10, 2016 - Comfort Life Media
Chicago-Based PlanPILOT Adopts Chicago-Based Startup’s eRFP Technology
The web-based Request for Proposal solution will allow PlanPILOT to digitize firm-wide RFPs, from a once cumbersome process. - November 09, 2016 - InHub
Atlantic Shores Celebrates 20th Anniversary with Gala
Atlantic Shores is proud to be celebrating 20 years as Virginia's premier Neighborhood for 55 and Better. The community's 100-acre campus is home to residents and staff who share their talents and giving hearts with the greater community and the world. A special Emerald Gala gave residents the... - November 02, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Sagora Senior Living Rebrands San Angelo Community
Sagora Senior Living rebrands its recently acquired retirement community in San Angelo, TX. Residents receive improved quality of care with Sagora's "Resident First" philosophy. - October 28, 2016 - Sagora Senior Living
Increasing Interest by Foreign Investors in Orlando Vacation Real Estate Demands Experienced Agents
Viva Orlando has created a full service buying process tailored to the international customer: complete with offering additional steps including extensive information and assistance in managing foreign owned homes while they’re not being occupied. “We are intimately familiar with the buying process in Florida and realize that it may be different than that of [their] home state or country,” says Milena Valle, owner of Viva Orlando, who has expertly dealt with many foreign clients. - October 26, 2016 - Viva Orlando Vacation Homes
First Doctor's TV Show for the Hispanic Community
Jenny Patrizia, nutritionist and TV/Radio host, is revolutionizing the way Latinos view the medical field by creating the first Hispanic ‘Doctors’ TV show where Patrizia invites top doctors in the Latino medical field and through an interactive, informative yet entertaining interview... - October 20, 2016 - Salud
Comfort Life's 14th Annual Retirement Living Guide Released Nationally
Comfort Life magazine's 14th annual issue will be released nationally this month. The magazine and website now reach more Canadians than ever before: over 350,000 people annually. This year, there are 2.5 million Canadians 75 and older, and just under 6 million (16.5% of the population) who are 65 and older. - October 15, 2016 - Comfort Life Media
The Birches Community Explores Life’s Possibilities for Active Aging Week
The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. celebrated Active Aging Week from September 25 to October 1. - September 30, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Atlantic Shores Residents Shelter Wayward Wildlife
55 and Better Neighborhood Rescues Creatures Living in Community, and Serves as Wildlife Refuge During Hurricanes - September 28, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Comfort Keepers of Toronto, ON Offers Wellness Checks at Home
Staff Nurses Provide at Home Care Assessments for Client Convenience - September 27, 2016 - Comfort Keepers of Toronto, ON
Team Birches Joins Walk to End Alzheimer’s for 15th Year
On September 18, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. participated in the Alzheimer's Association's Walk to End Alzheimer's for the 15th consecutive year. - September 27, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Birches Assisted Living Offers Programs to Support Caregivers
This fall, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is hosting a three-part dementia education series for caregivers and a caregiver support group. - September 26, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Mershimer Group Steps Up and Offers Gig Work Across the U.S.
Over 7.5 million Americans are unemployed, 2 million of which have been out of work for over 27 weeks. If you are or have ever been unemployed, you know the hardships that come with that status. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, there are approximately 575,000 discouraged workers. To help fill unemployment voids and resume gaps, The Mershimer Group, a division of HS Brands International is seeking to employ Independent Contractors all across the U.S. - September 22, 2016 - HS Brands International
Dr. Sergey Kalitenko Publishes Latest Book "Bioidentical Hormones: Hell or Heaven"
Holistic practitioner reveals how bioidentical hormones can help improve health and overall well-being. - September 21, 2016 - Sergey Kalitenko Physician PC
The Singing Cowboy Visits The Birches for “Wild West Week”
Musician Rick Pickren performed "Songs of the Singing Cowboys" for The Birches Assisted Living's "Wild West Week." - September 03, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Atlantic Shores Residents Embrace Technology in Community-Wide Initiative
They’re making new friends, posting photos of their latest adventures, comparing video gaming scores, and booking reservations for their next social outing. These are not techie teens, but residents at Atlantic Shores, the Neighborhood for 55 and Better in Virginia Beach, Virginia. As... - August 31, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
MediConnect Emerges as Consumer-Facing Brand for GS National Insurance
GS National Insurance has launched a new consumer-facing division, MediConnect, to meet individuals' insurance needs. - August 23, 2016 - MediConnect
Pokémon Go Benefits Birches Resident with Memory Loss
Claire Sacchetti, a resident of The Birches Assisted Living's memory care neighborhood, recently started playing Pokémon Go. - August 19, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Kingdom Trust Expands Business Development Team with Hire of Reggie Karas and Brian Snyder
Firm’s dynamic growth in the institutional custody space enhanced by pair of key strategic hires. - August 18, 2016 - Kingdom Trust
Get Annuity Quote Announces Its Release of the New e-Book 5 Steps to Planning Your Own Retirement
This new E-book, 5 Steps to Plan your Retirement, has been a 2 month process on simplifying the retirement process for baby boomers and retirees. Allowing anyone in their life stage the opportunity to start planning their retirement without the pressure of going to see a financial advisor or inviting one into their home. - August 12, 2016 - Get Annuity Quote
Birches Baseball Fans Spend the Day at Wrigley Field
On August 3, residents of The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. took a trip to Wrigley Field to watch the Chicago Cubs face off against the Miami Marlins. - August 11, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Breathe Financial Launches New Mortgage Brokerage and Offers Clients the Chance to Win a Trip for 2 to Paris
Breathe Financial Mortgages announced today that it is giving away a trip for 2 to Paris France to celebrate the opening of their new Mortgage Brokerage. This new division of Breathe Financial will give New Zealand residents the mortgage flexibility they're seeking by giving them access to... - August 09, 2016 - Breathe Financial
Bethlehem Woods Chimers Create Beautiful Music at The Birches
Residents of the Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. were treated to a special musical performance by the Bethlehem Woods Chimers on July 27. - August 05, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Birches Beats the Summer Heat with a Tropical Luau
Residents and associates of The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. were transported to the Hawaiian Islands on July 24 for the Birches’ 15th annual summer luau. The luau has become a summer staple at The Birches because it gives everyone in The Birches community an opportunity... - July 29, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
How to Move to Panama in 4 Easy Steps is Panama Relocation Tours’ Newest Article
Panama Relocation Tours released a new article entitled, “Now is the Time to Move to Panama.” The article discusses the 4 easy steps to take in planning that big move and making it happen. - July 23, 2016 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Birches Residents Reflect on Wedding Day Memories
Residents of The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. recently shared wedding photos and memories with one another. - July 22, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
AMDG Financial Joins Aspire Financial Services’ 403(b) Advisor Network
AMDG Financial, a fee-only fiduciary Registered Investment Advisory firm, recently joined Aspire’s 403(b) Advisor Network, enabling it to use the Aspire 403(b) platform to work with faculty and staff in five districts/colleges in suburban Detroit. - July 21, 2016 - AMDG Financial
Austin Senior Resource Alliance to Present Annual "Honoring Our Seniors" Luncheon
According to the a study conducted by Home Instead, Inc., three fourths of surveyed seniors say that staying active through volunteering helps them manage their chronic conditions. 77% of seniors with chronic conditions say an important reason they volunteer is to overcome feeling depressed, compared with 63% of seniors without chronic conditions. Although there are many benefits to seniors themselves, the Austin area also benefits greatly from the contributions of seniors in our community. - July 16, 2016 - Cummings Realty
Wedding Bells at The Ambassador of Scarsdale: Love in the Age of Alzheimer's
Connection and purpose are pursuits that transcend culture, age, and health. They’re also the lifeblood of The Ambassador of Scarsdale’s vibrant Assisted Living and Memory Care communities. - July 14, 2016 - Ambassador of Scarsdale
Birches Resident Uses Her Unique Gifts as a Hospice Volunteer
Birches Assisted Living resident Dorothy Reip reflects on her 15 years as a hospice volunteer. - July 08, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Birches Drums Up Fun in Summer Drum Circle
Residents of The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. got into the rhythm of summer on June 23 during a drum circle that ushered in the new season. Professional drummer, Tim Wilsey led the circle and provided each resident with homemade percussion instruments, including drums made from... - July 02, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Birches Kick Off Summer with 2nd Annual Daisy-Q
On June 15, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. kicked off summer with its second annual Daisy-Q - a backyard barbecue celebrating the history of Clarendon Hills. Birches residents, associates and Clarendon Hills community members attended the event in The Birches’ outdoor... - June 19, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Lennar Unveils Big Homes on Big Homesites in Chandler, Arizona
Lennar has created two new large home designs for a boutique gated community in Chandler. The homes, with room for kids, cars, boats and more, will be built on large lots. - June 09, 2016 - Lennar, Arizona
The Birches Redefines the "Senior" Prom
The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. hosted a “Senior” Prom that had a dance floor, DJ, photo area, corsages and everything else you’d expect at a high school dance, with just one notable difference—the guests had a bit more life experience under their belt. - June 09, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Junior ROTC Cadets Salute Atlantic Shores Veterans with Intergenerational Program to Record Personal Stories of Military History
Interviews to be Stored at Library of Congress as Permanent Testimonies - June 05, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Panama Relocation Tours Releases an Article About the Reasons Why People Move and How Panama Answers That Need for a Better Life
Panama Relocation Tours, Inc. releases a new article entitled, “Panama Answers that Need for a Better life.” - June 02, 2016 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Movement Mattered at The Birches This May
The Birches Assisted Living took part in a month-long campaign called “Movement Matters,” which was created by the healthy aging organization Masterpiece Living to encourage everyone to move more often and with a greater sense of purpose. - May 29, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Retirees Can Buy a House Abroad with Help of Local RE/MAX Associate
RE/MAX has the largest international network of experienced real estate professionals. - May 26, 2016 - RE/MAX Associates