Glen Oaks Community Lifestyles
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September is Healthy Aging Month
September is a perfect time to celebrate Healthy Aging Month since it is the time when many people think about getting started on new tasks after the summer. Drawing on the “back to school” urge embedded in everyone from childhood, the observance month’s activities...
Downsizing Tip ~ Your new floor plan is your primary reference
Downsizing and decluttering can make life easier and safer, even if you’re not moving. It can also be stressful and emotional, especially if you’ve lived in one place for a while. Whether you’re planning to downsize or still undecided, use this guide to make the...
Four key questions: Should you consider senior living?
As we get older, many of us want to stay in our homes as long as possible. But at some point, you may find that moving to a more supportive living environment is the right thing to do. Whether you're living alone and wishing for some companionship day to day or need...
Benefits of Gardening for the 55+ Active Adult
At Glen Oaks Community we offer raised gardens and garden plots for Residents. Gardening requires regular and continuous care; therefore, for older adults actively engaged with their home gardens, gardening provides opportunities for increased physical activity, which...
May is National Walking Month!
It is time to get walking for National Walking Month! You may not realize it, but May is National Walking Month and now the evenings are lighter for longer, this makes it the perfect time to get outside, and get walking. Walking has a whole host of different health...
April Showers Bring May Flowers: Gardening and Its positive effects on aging!
As the temperatures begin to rise and nature comes into bloom, there’s no better way to welcome in the warmer weather than spending time outdoors. Cultivating a garden is a great activity to keep busy during the spring and summer months – as it’s purposeful, fun and...
Socialization in Seniors
We all deal with loneliness from time to time. Life transitions such as relocating to a new place, the death of a loved one, or friends moving away all spark feelings of loss and isolation. It may take a while, but most of the time, we’re able to work through these...
Downsizing Tip – Family Photos
Most of us have an accumulation of family photos. This can be another item that others, even family members, are not interested in. Consider digitizing them. Digitized photos are easier to share and will last longer than the original photos. Set them to music, add on...
Reasons to Choose Glen Oaks Community Senior Living
The COVID-19 pandemic threw a wrench on most people’s plans. If you were thinking of a move to senior living prior to the pandemic, you might be trying to decide if it is still a good idea and if now is the time. Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have learned a...
LIVE THE LIFE~ Own Each Day
Welcome to Glen Oaks Community, where every day presents a fresh opportunity for living your best life. Wake up to the contemporary elegance of your bright apartment home or private townhome, and get the coffee started in your elegant chef’s kitchen. Enjoy breakfast...