At Covenant Living of the Great Lakes, we can offer assistance with your senior living options. Whether you are just starting to look at retirement communities or need help right away, our professionals have the expertise to help clarify your decision-making.
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Many of the stereotypes about old age— that it makes you grumpy, that it’s no fun— don’t hold up under scrutiny. In fact, research shows that old age often reveals a bounty of upsides and silver linings (along with some silver hairs). Read this Huffington Post article that catalogues some of the evidence of health benefits that come with getting older: ow.ly/Q5Jf50y0tB7
5 Health Issues That Get Better With Age
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SPECIAL FROM Grandparents.com Older Really Is Better While it’s true that maybe you can’t run as fast as you used to, and maybe you periodica...Selling your house? You don’t have to wait until Spring. The best part about selling your home in the off-season is that there’s less competition. But since the winter months can provide their own challenges to closing a sale, Moving Station has provided a helpful guide. Helping future retirement community residents sell their homes and relocate with ease since 1995, Moving Station offers resources and services to guide you through the relocation process and help you make smart decisions to save you time, money, and unnecessary stress. ow.ly/FNY750xQrJJ
Covenant Living offers far more than Independent Living, and our health care services extend beyond simple “care.” With our Skilled Nursing services, we endeavor to fulfill the lives of our residents. Whether they require Long-Term, Respite or Hospice Care, at Covenant Living, your loved one will experience the highest levels of health care for mind, body and spirit. ow.ly/hREf50xU0Uz
Your risk factors for having a stroke include age and family history, but there’s not much you can do about that. The good news: there’s plenty of things you can do to lower your lifetime likelihood of stroke. Some more good news: they will make you healthier all around, to boot. ow.ly/L0At50xTWHx
7 things you can do to prevent a stroke - Harvard Health
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Aging and a family history can increase your risk for a stroke, but women can reduce this risk by managing factors that are under their control. Lowering high blood pressure, keeping weight in check, exercising regularly, eating a healthy diet, losin...Downsizing? Preparing for a move to a senior living community? This checklist, courtesy of Moving Station, will help you make sure the move to your new master bedroom goes smoothly. What are your “must-keeps?” Do you know the dimensions of your current room? Your new room? Use this checklist to remove all doubt before you start removing furniture. Moving Station has been helping future retirement community residents sell their homes and relocate with ease since 1995. ow.ly/LZDf50xQnNr
Through the LifeConnect Wellness Partnership at Covenant Living Communities and Services, our residents have the opportunity to pursue their unique passions and interests on their journey to enhanced wellness. The variety of resources, activities, and programs within each community is completely customizable and allows residents to focus their time and energy on what means most to them, while also giving them the opportunity to explore new things. ow.ly/qTS850xOwax
As a caregiver, it can be hard to put yourself first. But leaving some space for yourself is the best way to prevent burnout and to better serve the loved one in your care. Taking care of #1 shouldn’t be a luxury, it should be priority #1. ow.ly/w9jf50xOuHg
Top 10 Caregiver Tips For Staying Healthy and Active
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The American Heart Association offers these tips for caregivers to take time out for themselves, helping reduce stress and helping your body and mind feel refreshed.Health care is complex. But with our new resource portal, Covenant Learning, you’ll have access to a library of downloads, helpful videos and more. Our goal is to give you a more complete understanding of the landscape of senior living and rehabilitative care, a better sense for what your options are, and where to go when you need help. Whether or not you choose to use our services, we want to empower you and your loved one to make informed decisions. Complete the form on this page and explore the resources we’ve made available for free here: ow.ly/iDE250xKdTp
Retirement Communities Grand Rapids MI | Covenant Living of the Great Lakes
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Located in Grand Rapids, Covenant Living provides continuing care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Memory Care and Rehabilitation.
