Retirement News

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McKee Homes Unveils New Cottage-Style Homes in Evergreen at Flowers Plantation Grand Opening

McKee Homes has purchased all remaining lots in Evergreen at Flowers Plantation with plans to develop another phase with many additional lots in the near future. Mckee Homes is now building their cottage-style single family homes in this 55+ Active Adult Community. Flowers Plantation is located... - August 01, 2017 - McKee Homes

Sharon A. Burt Honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication

Sharon A. Burt of San Diego, California has been honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of finance. About Sharon A. Burt Ms. Burt recently retired after over 45 years in the finance... - July 25, 2017 - Strathmore Worldwide

The Birches Assisted Living Revisits Beatlemania

Residents from the Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. bonded over The Beatles at a recent family night. - July 22, 2017 - The Birches Assisted Living

The Kensington Earns 2017 Silver National Quality Award

The Kensington Senior Living Community in Fort Madison, Iowa received the states first Silver Quality Award, as awarded by AHCA/NCAL. This prestigious award is the second step in their quality journey. They received the Bronze award in 2011. - July 20, 2017 - The Kensington

2nd Edition of Bestselling “What’s the Deal with Retirement Communities?” Released

Newly revised book takes an up-close look at often-asked questions about senior housing options. - June 30, 2017 - My LifeSite

Southwestern Hearing Centers Named One of the Greatest Workplaces in St. Louis, Again

Southwestern Hearing Centers was awarded a Top Workplaces honor for the second consecutive year. - June 27, 2017 - Southwestern Hearing Centers

Coldwell Banker Announces "Temecula Office Ranked #1 in Inland Region for Month of May"

Coldwell Banker also stated "Along with Temecula being #1 in the Region. We are also pleased to announce that Tom Olsewski was the 9th ranked agent in sales production for the inland region.” - June 22, 2017 - Coldwell Banker - Team Olsewski

Zeman Homes, Inc. Expands Michigan Presence with Pine Crest Estates Acquisition

Zeman Homes announced today that it has acquired Pine Crest Estates, a new 55+ manufactured home community located in Chesterfield, MI. Pine Crest Estates is the company’s eighth Michigan property. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Macomb County’s first seniors only... - June 08, 2017 - Zeman Homes

MediConnect to Take Part in Military Hiring Fair at 2017 Pittsburgh Expo with the Pittsburgh Pirates

MediConnect is honored to take part in the 2017 Pittsburgh Expo with the Pittsburgh Pirates, a military hiring fair that is part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes initiative. The event is set to take place on Friday, June 16th from 9:30am-2pm at PNC Park in... - June 07, 2017 - MediConnect

TeleConnect Senior Services, Inc. Announces the Launch of Their Virtual Assistance Service for Seniors

Seniors citizens who feel isolated, are frustrated with technology, or who just need someone to speak with, can now turn to a new nationwide virtual assistance service for seniors. - May 24, 2017 - Michael Kessler

Hibernian Home Care Receives 2017 Best of Home Care® – Provider of Choice Award

Hibernian Home Care's compassionate service and dedication to making a difference in their client's lives earns them recognition in Home Care Pulse Best of Home Care® Awards, making them among the very best at providing senior care services in Monmouth and Ocean Counties of New Jersey. - May 17, 2017 - Hibernian Home Care

My LifeSite Launches CCRC Financial Data Sorting Capabilities

MyLifeSite.net has launched a new feature that helps senior adults and their families learn more about a high-end retirement community's financial viability before they decide to make a large financial commitment, which often includes a sizable entry fee. It is the only online resource like this that is available to consumers and it helps answer one of the most popular questions: Will my money be safe? The best news is that for now this feature is offered for free. - May 03, 2017 - My LifeSite

Retirement Expert, Rick Maraj, to Release His 1st Book Titled "Building a Better Retirement"

Rick Maraj, Retirement expert and President of The Retire Advisory Group, can now add author to his growing list of accomplishments. His book, "Building A Better Retirement" will be the go to resource for those looking to retire successfully. - April 26, 2017 - The Retire Advisory Group

A Community Thrives Proposal - Health Service Initiatives for the Elderly - Elderly Compassionate Care

Elderly Compassionate Care is a health services program administered by the Macedonia Education Technology and Career Academy (METCA). METCA provides funding for workforce training for it's low socio-economic community. The primary sources of funding come from community partnerships, donations, grants and scholarships. Through Elderly Compassionate Care METCA will help fund training for CNAs and HHAs, which is a growing demand in Brevard County and nation wide. - April 13, 2017 - Macedonia Education Technology and Career Academy

Medicare Hero Announces the Release of a New eBook Designed to Help Seniors Successfully Navigate Their Medicare Enrollment

"The Stress Free Guide To Medicare" has been designed to fight Medicare confusion and empower seniors to make a well informed decision when selecting their Medicare coverage. With more coverage options available on Medicare then ever and baby boomers now aging into Medicare at a rate of over 10,000 per day, the need to quality education is at an all time high. - April 13, 2017 - Medicare Hero

London Luxury Retirement Community is First to Install Bodet's Staff Self-Service Time Management System

Battersea Place, London’s first luxury retirement village and premier Nursing Facility, has just installed a biometric self-service time and attendance management system. - April 12, 2017 - Bodet Ltd

Atlantic Shores Continues Award-Winning Cuisine Tradition with Executive Chef Bryan Haines

Chef's “Nouveau-Senior Cuisine” Impresses Foodie Residents and Area Judges. - April 02, 2017 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community

The Birches Assisted Living Becomes Part of Chicago’s Most Important St. Patrick’s Day Tradition

On March 16, the pond at The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills is going green for St. Patrick's Day—just like the Chicago River—thanks to the Butler family, the family who has been dyeing the Chicago River green for the past 55 years. - March 16, 2017 - The Birches Assisted Living

Texas Seniors Have a New Place to Call Home

Heartis Clear Lake opens doors to their first residents. - March 08, 2017 - Heartis

Global Meeting to Discuss Pressure Injury Prevention Takes Place Tomorrow at the Venetian in Garfield, NJ

Centers Health Care and The Institute For Pressure Injury Prevention Come Together For the Prevention of Bed Sores and Press Ulcers. - March 06, 2017 - Centers Health Care

Personal Mail International Partners with Anytime Mailbox

Get Postal Mail on Your Mobile Device Via Personal Mail International and Anytime Mailbox Partnership. It's 2017! You should be able to open, forward or shred your postal mail from your smartphone. Now you can! Anytime Mailbox, the groundbreaking pioneer of virtual mailbox solutions, is pleased... - February 14, 2017 - Anytime Mailbox

The Birches Assisted Living Challenges the Stigma of Aging Through "Living It!"

The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is challenging the idea that your older years are only a time for mental and physical decline by participating in a successful aging campaign called “Living It!” throughout the month of February. The four-week “Living... - February 04, 2017 - The Birches Assisted Living

Lakefront Living Realty, LLC Announces 10th Annual Lakefront Property Buyers Seminar

Dreaming of purchasing your dream lakefront property? Learn why buying a lake home is different than any other real estate at the 10th Annual “Keys to Buying Lakefront Property” Seminar in Mansfield, MA on March 25, 2017 and you may leave with a free kayak. - January 31, 2017 - Lakefront Living International, LLC

Whitefish Credit Union's Senior-Most Teller to Retire After 20 Years

Montana's largest credit union will wish farewell to their senior-most teller at the end of this month. - January 20, 2017 - Whitefish Credit Union

Dr. Jennifer Thomm Makes Record Breaking Donation in Sarnia Ontario Canada

Dr. Jennifer Thomm, a Dentist located in Sarnia Ontario Canada at Great Lakes Dental hosted her 7th Annual Stocking Stuffer Fundraiser to benefit St. Joseph’s Hospice. This year’s goal was to sell 400 packages and generate a combined donation of $1,600. Instead, Dr. Jennifer Thomm and her team at Great Lakes Dental were able to sell 643 packages, with all proceeds matched 100% by Dr. Thomm. The total donation for this year’s fundraiser came in a record-setting $2,574. - January 17, 2017 - Great Lakes Dental

Exercise Through the Continuums of Care Workshop

Improving Exercise Options for Residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care Environments - January 11, 2017 - NIFS

“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