For many families, the comfort of home is unmistakable—its familiar sights and sounds warm the heart. Home is where the pleasing aromas of your favorite meal invite anticipation, and as you settle into your place at the table, your shoulders soften and your mood brightens. It’s where you’ll find your loved one in their reading …Read More…
You cherish the relationship you share with your parent or loved one and appreciate the lifetime of memories you have built together. Moments from your childhood are forever imprinted on your heart, when mom or dad poured their time and energy into making your life feel bright and magical. Though many years have come and …Read More…
When you hear the term “assisted living,” what comes to mind? Perhaps you recall images from film and television, which are often rather bleak and, thankfully, not an accurate reflection of the vibrant communities available to families today. Or, you may be new in your search and unsure of the differences between independent living, assisted …Read More…
Connecting with others adds sweetness and meaning to life. From time spent nurturing lifelong relationships to meeting new friends and neighbors, positive interactions with others feed the spirit and the mind. The scientific community agrees—an article published in The Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience reports, “Humans are inherently social. We are not special in this …Read More…
Retirement is a time to thrive, a season that allows for adding more vibrancy and meaning to your life. A handful of the upsides retirement brings, as highlighted in a recent CareerTrend article, include reduced stress levels, the opportunity to improve overall health and wellness, the ability to take on philanthropic endeavors, more time with …Read More…
Advances in technology continue to make headlines, from the home to the classroom, the workplace, the healthcare industry and beyond. While what is now possible in the world today with the help of tech is undeniable, many older adults find it challenging to adopt newer technologies, citing a “lack of, or lack of clarity in, …Read More…
It’s difficult to recount the many ways life has changed since the start of the COVID-19 outbreak. For the more vulnerable populations, including adults 65 and older, keeping safe meant—and still means—taking extra precautions. The vaccine provided a sense of hope after many long months of uncertainty and heartbreak. According to the CDC, “people 65 …Read More…
Allow your mind to dream for just a moment about what the ideal day looks like for you as a retiree. How does your day begin? As you make your way through your home, what do you see? Perhaps a beautiful lawn or garden is visible from your window. What kinds of activities fill your …Read More…
The joy of homeownership can add sweetness to the chapters of life; purchasing a home is a milestone for many families. When children are little, having room to grow and a backyard designed for adventures is well worth the upkeep. Learning your home is the preferred hangout for your teenagers’ friends is another perk—you happily …Read More…
Life is rich and full when you feel balanced in all areas of wellness; at The Barclay, we believe that optimal living encompasses the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, occupational/sense of purpose and environmental facets of your livelihood. As a sought-after retirement community in North Carolina, we know that staying well—body, mind and spirit—has tremendous …Read More…
