The Lodge at Truitt Homestead is now officially the best senior living community southern Delaware has to offer! As voted by our residents and friends, The Lodge has been named Best of Delaware® – Best Senior Residence 2021 Readers Pick Downstate by Delaware Today. We are so grateful to have been welcomed to the community […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed lives worldwide, and few have been more negatively affected than people in the senior community. The risk of severe illness from COVID-19 increases with age, with 8 out of 10 deaths in the US reported to have been in adults aged 65 or older. Thankfully, COVID-19 vaccines are being rolled […]
It can be easy to feel confused and overwhelmed by the variety of options available for senior living. Retirement can bring many changes with it, and seniors can face numerous housing challenges. Seniors can face challenges including feeling a loss of independence, financial changes, isolation, and physical limitations. Planning for future housing needs is a […]
In the midst of the current global health climate, it’s easy to get caught up in the news cycle, as well as our own fears and uncertainty. It’s no secret that the senior population is at an increased risk of contracting Covid-19, as well as suffer complications from the virus itself. Running errands, dining out […]
Your home is your castle. Why would you ever want to move out? That’s the question you may be asking the seniors you know as they decide to move out of their homes and into retirement communities. Previously, there were far fewer housing options for seniors, such as aging in place, which involves remaining in […]
There are countless advantages of becoming a member of our communities prior to opening. In fact, you can read more about some of those perks here. Our interpersonal relationships are important no matter how old we are, but did you know that it becomes even more important to maintain friendships and relationships as we age? Studies have shown that seniors with […]
The COVID-19 pandemic makes life harder for seniors! Continuously changing regulations have shaken up routines and made daily living lonely and complicated. Many of these concerns can be made easier with caring professionals and a network of amenities and resources, as provided in a senior living community. Life is easier with convenient, qualified help whenever […]
“Retired is being twice tired, I’ve thought… First tired of working, then tired of not!” – Richard Armour Ah, retirement… in the time that led up to the momentous occasion, you probably envisioned lots of golf, trips, outings with friends, and basically doing whatever (the heck) you wanted to do! And you would relish in every flexible, […]
Downsizing and moving is never an easy task, especially when you are leaving the home you’ve loved for so long. We’ve covered some tips on how to sort through your belongings and manage the stress of the ordeal in previous blogs. Now it’s time to consider how you can get your home ready to sell! […]
No matter your age, moving is always a hassle. You spend hours boxing up everything you own just to haul those boxes somewhere else and slowly take everything out. If you’re downsizing your living space, you might experience a number of additional challenges that you may not be prepared to handle. Here are 5 easy […]
