Healthy Aging

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Nourishing the Hungry Heart: The Link Between Food and Love

In Barbra Streisand’s new autobiography, the iconic diva details the painful relationship she had with her emotionally unavailable mother, writing, “I realize my mother did show love, in some ways.…

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Mask Season Has Started

Current masking requirements are posted at all entrances and are re-evaluated weekly. Masks are available. As of January 15th all staff are wearing masks, as are all visitors to the…

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Plant Forward

Published: January 10, 2024 Check the cookbook shelf at the bookstore or the internet for healthy recipes or culinary events for sustainable eating and you’re likely to stumble across these…

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Here Today, Here Tomorrow: Make Your Resolutions Stick

Why Do We Make Resolutions? History tells us that New Year’s resolutions date back 4,000 years to the ancient Babylonians, who made promises to the gods to pay their debts…

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Navigating Winter Weather: A Guide for Older Adults

Kendal at Lexington in the snow! In Virginia, we savor the advantage of experiencing all four seasons. The anticipation of snow each winter is something we relish, even though it…

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The Medical Review Process at KaLex

Moving into a Life Plan Community (or CCRC) is a major decision. Leaving your family home and familiar ties can be a huge adjustment, even with the excitement and anticipation…

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Myths about Sexuality and Aging

Published: March 16, 2022 When it came to sexual activity and our younger self, we probably were focused on birth control and finding time to enjoy sex with our partner.…

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May Celebrates Older Americans & Bicyclists

Published: May 4, 2022 May is a time to celebrate Older Americans Month, which this year highlights how older adults can “Age My Way.” May is also when we celebrate…

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Let's Talk About Loneliness

Published: January 15, 2021 The pandemic has forced us to hunker down at home and as a result, many of us find it easier to say something we might not…

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