Retirement News
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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
Birches Resident and World War II Veteran Takes Honor Flight
Bill Buckley, a resident of The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. and World War II veteran, took his first trip to Washington D.C. with the Honor Flight Network —a nonprofit organization that transports veterans to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials honoring their service. - May 25, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Avoiding Scams Against Seniors - Learn About Current Scams Targeting Seniors and How to Protect Yourself - with Jason Novotny, Johnson County District Attorney's Office
Waddell & Reed, Estate Planning Kansas City, and ReeceNichols Leawood South are proud to announce a Seasons of Retirement event: Scams Against Seniors, 11:00am Wednesday, June 8th at 6300 Lamar Avenue, Overland Park, Kansas. - May 24, 2016 - Estate Planning Kansas City
Retirement Plan Advisors & York College of Pennsylvania Host Retirement Planning Success Event
RPA to present at the college’s Human Resources Symposium June 8-10. - May 17, 2016 - Retirement Plan Advisors
Residents’ Grandson Performs in Brass Band at The Birches
The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is keeping its entertainment lineup all in the family, so to speak. That’s because on May 11, The Birches welcomed a group of musical entertainers with an unusual connection to The Birches— one of the members is the grandson of a... - May 15, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Birches Assisted Living Welcomes Three Therapy Chickens
The Birches Assisted Living's therapy chickens received a formal welcome party hosted by The Birches’ memory care neighborhood on April 28. - May 01, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Gorgeous Photo Series Redefines Visual Culture of Aging
Photographer Heidi Wagner Showcases the Beauty of Aging with Passion and Purpose Known for her aesthetically beautiful and memorable photos, Denver based photographer Heidi Wagner is turning her lens toward people across the U.S. who are aging, as Wagner says, “With passion and... - April 25, 2016 - The Passions Project
Cleopatra Comes to the Birches Assisted Living
On April 15, the Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. received a visit from one of the most powerful and widely known women in history—Cleopatra. - April 22, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Banking Veteran Judy Turner Retires from Private Bank of Decatur May 31
Banking veteran Judy Turner retires May 31; her colleague Brent Adams named new President of Private Bank of Decatur. - April 14, 2016 - Private Bank of Buckhead
SafeGuard Guaranty Announces New Retirement Planning Focused Website and Study Findings Revealing Millennials Attitudes Toward Retirement Saving
It’s Not Your Father’s Retirement Plan. Not surprisingly, Millennials view of saving for retirement is a lot different than their parents. - April 14, 2016 - SafeGuard Guaranty Corporation
Calico Pie Publishes a Guide to Family Historian: Getting the Most from Family Historian 6
Calico Pie today announced the publication of a new book, Getting the most from Family Historian 6. The book is a detailed guide to the popular desktop genealogy program, Family Historian. - April 12, 2016 - Calico Pie Limited
The Birches Assisted Living Celebrates International Week
Residents and associates of The Birches Assisted Living took a trip around the world this week without ever leaving their community in Clarendon Hills, Ill. thanks to The Birches’ third annual International Week celebration. International Week, which ran from April 3- 9, was The Birches way... - April 10, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Mary Beth Franklin, CFP Discusses Social Security Changes on Wealth DNA Radio April 11, 2016 at 9:00 AM PDT
The Wealth DNA radio show has Mary Beth Franklin, CFP as the featured guest on April 11, 2016 at 9:00 AM PDT (12 noon EDT). The show will focus on Social Security changes with an April 30th filing deadline. - April 08, 2016 - Wealth DNA radio
Family Historian Adds Automatic Record Matching and "Hints" for Findmypast Databases
Calico Pie today released a new version of Family Historian, the award-winning desktop genealogy program. The new version includes automatic matching against records on Findmypast databases. Users are notified of matches with on-screen icons called "hints." - April 03, 2016 - Calico Pie Limited
Michael Gill to Present Seniors Living Smarter Seminar on 55+ and Beyond Senior Living Options
Free Seminar at Georgetown, TX Public Library on Tuesday, March 29 Answers Questions and Concerns Seniors Face When Choosing A 55+ Senior Living Community. Senior communities are popping up all around Georgetown and the surrounding areas and in every other city across the country. • What are... - March 25, 2016 - The Virginia Values You Team
Why Many Mental Health Counselors Love This Managing Fear Book
There are many mental health counselors who like to use this managing fear book for their clients. “A Layman’s Guide To Managing Fear” by Stan Popovich has been a lifesaver for many people who struggle with fear, anxiety, addiction, and depression. Please go to Stan’s... - March 24, 2016 - managingfear.com
Birches Assisted Living Residents Get Creative in Tile Art Workshop
On March 18, residents of The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. got in touch with their creative side during a tile art workshop led by art instructor Lorna Nelson. The simple art project only required colored tissue paper, glue and a tile. Depending on how creative residents felt... - March 24, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Panama Relocation Tours Features a New Article About Retiring in Panama
Panama Relocation Tours, Inc. releases a new article about the pros and cons of retiring in Panama, and what it’s like to live in the country. - March 24, 2016 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Birches’ Pond Goes Green for St. Patrick’s Day in Honor of Resident Mike Butler
The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. became part of a Chicago St. Patrick’s Day tradition that’s over a half century old this year, when members of the Butler and Rowan families, who have dyed the Chicago River Green since 1962, dyed The Birches’ pond green. Mike... - March 20, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Birches Assisted Living Hosts Free Dementia Education Event with Dan Kuhn
On March 23, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is hosting a free dementia education event, which will include breakfast, a presentation by dementia expert Dan Kuhn and a tour of The Birches community. The event titled “The New and Old Culture of Dementia Care” will... - March 18, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Wesley Woods at New Albany Welcomes Emily Smith-Conlon
Wesley Woods at New Albany, an affiliate of Methodist ElderCare Services, is pleased to announce that Emily Smith-Conlon has accepted the position of Marketing Manager. In this role, she will be responsible for educating the community on this Life Plan Community in New Albany, Ohio. Ms. - March 12, 2016 - Methodist ElderCare Services
Spring Dementia Educational Series Begins at The Birches Assisted Living
To provide information and support to those caring for a loved one with dementia, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is hosting a dementia educational series, which will take place one Wednesday per month from March until May. Each presentation in the series will run from 7 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. at The Birches Assisted Living, 215 55th St. Clarendon Hills. - March 11, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Director of Nursing Brings Passion for Problem Solving to The Birches
Tina Stasukewicz, the director of nursing at The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill., has a passion for solving problems and helping patients. - March 09, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Panama Relocation Tours Releases an Article about Why Going on a Real Estate Tour is a Bad Idea
Panama Relocation Tours, Inc. talks about the real estate tours that have invaded Panama and discusses why taking these tours are a bad idea. - March 09, 2016 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Panama Relocation Tours Has Released Its Tour Dates for 2017
Panama Relocation Tours is pleased to announce that tour dates for 2017 are now ready. Interested parties can now book early and plan ahead of schedule. - March 03, 2016 - Panama Relocation Tours, Inc.
Oldest Jewish Children’s Sleepaway Camp in America Prepares to Pass Torch After Thirty Years
Jordan Dale to retire from Surprise Lake Camp after transforming iconic institution. When Jordan Dale first became Director of Surprise Lake Camp, its claim to fame was the experiences it generated and not necessarily the amenities it provided. From first class bunks for the campers to the brand new Henshel Family Swimming Pool, Dale has brought this legendary camp into the 21st century with a flourish. - March 02, 2016 - Surprise Lake Camp
Aging Experts and Wellness Resource Providers to Present at Free Senior Wellness Expo
The day – specially designed for boomers and seniors – will feature notable speakers sharing useful information on a variety of topics most important to individuals 55+. Some of our speakers include: Tuck Kamin, Mark Carlson, MD, geriatrician, John Levy, JD, Sarah Andrews, clinical nurse specialist, - March 02, 2016 - Cummings Realty