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One of the nicest things about retirement is that, finally, you and your spouse have all the time in the world to spend together. Many couples have all sorts of great plans and dreams for what they want to happen when they have reached this point in their lives. At

Have you made any New Year’s resolutions yet? And if so … how many of them have you kept so far?
“Most of us have all good intentions when we make New Year’s resolutions, but follow-through can be very difficult,” says Mary Ellen Thieroff, Marketing Director of ...

“It’s always great to know that our residents think we’re a great place to live,” says Mary Ellen Thieroff, Marketing Director of Royal Oaks, an established Life Plan Community in Sun City, AZ. “But we’re also glad to know that our team members think we’re a great ...

It should come as no surprise that New Year’s Eve 2020 – just like all the other big events in 2020 – is going to look quite different this year. Gone is the big Times Square celebration. Many annual New Year’s Eve gatherings are being canceled.
“It’s really too

The holidays are about lots of things: family, friends, food and being grateful. As it turns out, being grateful does more than make you happy for the wonderful things you have in your life – it also can make you healthier.
“Being thankful and grateful as a ...

If you’re looking for cheerleaders for Royal Oaks, look no further than John and Karen Shane.
“John and Karen are a wonderful part of our community, and we’re so thrilled that they chose Royal Oaks as their forever home,” says Mary Ellen Thieroff, Marketing ...

One subject that is frequently voiced among prospective residents of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs or “life plan communities”) revolves around the stress associated with envisioning and planning for the future, and indeed, it can feel like a ...

Who doesn’t like things that are bright, shiny and new? There’s something extra-special about buying a new piece of furniture, or a new car or even a new house. That last one in particular can be even more fulfilling when it’s new construction and you know you’re ...

In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, we are all re-evaluating our lives to ensure we are prepared for the unexpected and ready to take on everything that may come our way. This also includes planning for the future in terms of care and the lifestyle you ...

As seniors age, it becomes more likely for them to desire a move to a senior living community; however, to some, they fear that time coming. This can be because of a number of reasons, but more often than not, it's because of their misconceptions about senior ...

Financially, emotionally, and from a practical perspective, choosing a continuing care retirement community (CCRC or “life plan” community) is a big decision. Here at myLifeSite, we strive to provide information and create resources that can help seniors make a ...

“There’s an app for that.” How many times have we heard those words? You can find an app to practice yoga, cook, remind you to drink water, do brain exercises, learn Spanish, and pretty much anything else.
“Royal Oaks always has been ahead of the curve with ...