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…
Perhaps you have believed the conventional wisdom around buying vs. renting—that building equity is the ideal route. While this approach often makes sense for young families and individuals with the bulk of their working years ahead of them, those embarking on a retirement lifestyle have other factors to keep in mind. In today’s post, we’re …Read More…
Do you plan to indulge your wanderlust dreams in your retirement years? You’re not alone; in their recent Travel Insights, Visa reports that 25 percent of seniors (65+ years old) travel internationally. AARP’s Boomer Travel Trends found a fresh sense of optimism around travel, with more than half (54 percent) of baby boomers planning trips …Read More…
The beauty of North Carolina is undeniable; Visit NC sums up the lure of our great state, saying, “Our state has every terrain: the tallest peaks in the East, bustling and vibrant cities in the central region, and 300 miles of barrier-island beaches.” One of many memorable North Carolina experiences is witnessing the shift of …Read More…
The retirement years can be a rewarding season where you have the time and energy to pursue new interests, deepen relationships with loved ones and work your way through your travel bucket list. Perhaps you have plans to return to favorite sites overseas or to visit Stonehenge at long last. Beyond new experiences, what a …Read More…
