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Independent Living

Discover more than you know about independent living. Learn about the benefits and considerations you should keep top of mind before choosing the right community for you.

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Independent Living

Navigating Life’s Transitions: Confronting and Adjusting to Significant Change

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Independent Living, Lifestyle

How To Reduce the Stress of Moving to a Senior Living Community

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Independent Living, Resources for Seniors

What Senior Living Residents Wish They Knew Before the Move

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Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing

Is a Senior Community a “Nursing Home”? Common Myths Debunked

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Independent Living

What Seniors in Illinois Need to Know About Independent Living

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Independent Living

How to Understand Your Life Care Contract

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Independent Living, Living at Oak Trace

Life Care vs. Rental Communities: How Are They Different?

Assisted Living, Independent Living

Assisted Living or Independent Living? Which is the Right Senior Living Option for You?

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Independent Living, Living at Oak Trace

How to Stage Your Home Before a Sale

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Independent Living

14 Essential Questions to Ask When Touring a Retirement Community

Independent Living

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