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Many of us know an older person who requires assistance or close monitoring due to a serious illness or an ongoing health condition. And, there is a good chance most of us will find ourselves serving in the role of caregiver at some point in our lives. Research from the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP) estimates that one in five Americans (21.3%) currently are caregivers.

November is National Diabetes Month, bringing awareness to a disease that all older adults should understand. Most of us have heard about diabetes all our lives, but what exactly is diabetes? How does it work? What are the risk factors? And most importantly, what can you do to prevent it?

As stated in the October 3rd memo, we will continue to use Community Transmission Rates to inform infection prevention and control practices rather than the COVID Community Levels utilized by the general public. The community transmission rates will now be checked every Wednesday to best determine infection control practices based on current conditions.

Enjoying retirement and living independently on your own terms is an ideal way to spend your golden years, but there may come a time when you need some extra help.

For peace of mind about your future security and health, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with long-term care and how a retirement community might support you through every stage of retirement.

Did you know that September is National Self-Care Awareness Month? Though it can positively impact our overall well-being, we often fail to do it.