Cedar Trails has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2022-23 Best Assisted Living. US News selected communities based on survey results from over 3,000 residents and their families. As part of the selection process, US News…
Cedar Trails Senior Living in Freeburg, Illinois was awarded 2022-2023 Best Senior Living by US News & World Reports in the Assisted Living category. US News selected communities based on survey results from over 3,000 residents and their families who…
Life after retirement is something most people look forward to, but financing senior living can cast a shadow on those golden years. When considering how to best finance the future at home or in a senior living community, there are…
The first step to understanding how to discuss senior living options with any senior is to recognize that both the discussion and the decision are emotional, but not necessarily rational. Even with a long list of risks associated with staying…
When considering making a move to a senior living community for a family member, defining exactly what they need and want in a senior living community is important. Here are the top steps to take when choosing the best community…
“The only way I’m leaving my home is horizontal!” For many seniors, the idea of “aging in place” is an expectation that doesn’t require questioning. In a blog about senior living you might expect a long-winded discussion on how the…
Choosing a senior living community can be confusing with the wide variety of lifestyles and terms used to describe the available options. Years ago, the term “nursing home” was used as a blanket description of all senior “facilities,” regardless of…
After a long and hard day, sometimes all we need is a bit of time to ourselves to relieve stress. But for others who experience anxiety disorders, a single bad day can extend into a whole week, month, and even…
As we get older almost anything can start to feel like a chore. But with arthritis and worsening eyesight, many seniors find that things aren’t as easy to do as they used to be. Here are a few things that…
All humans are biologically wired for social connection Relationships are even more important for seniors Seniors can become lonely and isolated as a normal part of the aging experience Loneliness, isolation, and depression can have devastating health consequences Loneliness, isolation,…
