Over the past year or two, I have written several articles on the types and variations in retirement communities and the products that exist today, trying to anticipate what I think is coming. Is the purpose in looking at new options and designs because they are looking for a place [...]
Prince Deese Prince Deese, an All American Wrestler, a Hall of Fame Football Player, and a State Champion Body Builder, is a certified personal trainer and strength conditioning specialist. Prince Deese and Gina Deese own A.C.T. by Deese, a Fitness & Training Center in Greensboro, NC. Visceral fat (big belly) is linked to many health issues which plague both young [...]
In this issue, Darden Coe, Springmoor’s Public Relations & Media and Relocation Transition Coordinator, shares an article she recently wrote for Springmoor Life Care Retirement Community, although I am confident this type of Friend and Neighbor exists in most retirement communities. FAMILY is a single word, with many different meanings. [...]
Prince Deese Prince Deese, an All American Wrestler, a Hall of Fame Football Player, and a State Champion Body Builder, is a certified personal trainer and strength conditioning specialist. Prince Deese and Gina Deese own A.C.T. by Deese, a Fitness & Training Center in Greensboro, NC. A warning to all seniors!! Do not ignore your insomnia and sleeplessness. Regular restful [...]
I have written in past articles about the categories of retirement living. In the broadest sense strokes, these include a continuum of living independently: Active Adult, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Care. However, as many communities and providers offer new combinations and variations of these categories, [...]
Prince Deese Prince Deese, an All American Wrestler, a Hall of Fame Football Player, and a State Champion Body Builder, is a certified personal trainer and strength conditioning specialist. Prince Deese and Gina Deese own A.C.T. by Deese, a Fitness & Training Center in Greensboro, NC. A.C.T.’s “senior fitizen” award goes to John Berg, as he once again returns home [...]
I have written before about the various terms, categories and definitions used in the Senior Housing Industry. The term “Senior Housing” alone carries various connotations, so clearly the task of defining them within the industry is a challenge. However, the summary below captures the definitions and provisions as well as [...]
In the last Guide, I wrote about Lifestages and how much I wish for the day when an individual or couple, sharing the news that they have decided to move to a retirement community, is greeted with “Great News! Congratulations.” Since writing in the last Guide, I have heard from [...]
My article in this issue is something I have thought about, both professionally and personally, for a long time. In fact, it may have the potential to offend but given that nothing is intended beyond observation, I have decided to share a common occurrence that often intrigues me. [...]
The decision to move to a retirement community is filled with excitement and enthusiasm. But the process of downsizing, planning a move and other aspects to the move may also have stress or sadness associated with the change. This change can be a difficult one for older adults as they [...]
