Exploring summer hobbies at The Admiral: benefits of gardening for seniors
As the weather gets warmer, residents at The Admiral at the Lake spend more time enjoying outdoor activities in the beautiful city of Chicago. Luckily, they don’t have to travel…
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Kendal at Oberlin's Program Committee
Published: April 9, 2021 Kendal at Oberlin has a rich tradition of utilizing its main auditorium to the max. Professors and musicians from Oberlin College lectured or performed in Heiser…
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What to do for Mother's Day in Chicago
The events of this past year have kept us from seeing our loved ones, giving us a greater appreciation for the value of quality time. The need for connection is…
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Senior Diet and Fitness Tips for Maintaining a Healthy Heart
The likelihood of developing coronary heart disease and suffering from heart failure increases with age. Normal aging processes can cause changes in the heart and blood vessels that lead to…
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Exercise Can Improve Brain Health as We Age
Aging causes changes to the brain size, vasculature and cognition, but not every area of the brain is impacted in the same way. The most widely seen cognitive impact associated…
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Health Benefits of Assisted Living Communities
While embracing life at an assisted living facility, residents naturally embed healthier habits into their daily routine. Living alone, especially those who need a helping hand, are at risk for…
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Voice Assistants Connect Older Adults
Published: January 29, 2021 After Judy Riggle’s stroke in 2018, she moved from her cottage to the Stephens Care Center at Kendal at Oberlin. Her husband Tom and cocker spaniel…
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Chicago Seniors Enjoy an Active Lifestyle
Having fun and staying fit go hand in hand at The Admiral at the Lake. Wellness Coordinator, Michelle Roth leads numerous programs that improve Admiral residents’ balance, agility, and strength,…
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Holidays 2020: Make it Simple & Comfy
Published: December 7, 2020 In years past you had a lot of holiday “had to’s.” You had to bake your family’s favorite cookies, attend neighborhood and office parties, decorate every…
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