by marilyn halls | Sep 14, 2022 | Transitions
At a certain age, the idea of a senior living community becomes more appealing. How appealing this is will be different for each individual, Then there are those who are fiercely independent and will have nothing to do with this group living arrangement. ‘ Weighing...
by marilyn halls | May 27, 2021 | Anxiety and Stress, Transitions
Are you stressed out about getting older? You’re not alone. The sources of senior stress center around questions. Many older adults have questions and concerns about the future. But you have to find ways to mitigate the stress and prevent them from interfering with...
by marilyn halls | Apr 25, 2020 | Transitions
Downsizing your home and seeking ways to live more simply and safely as we grow older is considered a smart thing to do. Yet most people need to warm up to the idea. Whether you’re thinking of moving into a smaller, single-story home or a senior living community,...
by marilyn halls | Oct 24, 2019 | Transitions
Despite the many benefits of assisted living many seniors dread moving into these communities. They fear it means an end to independence, but all it means is that you are getting more support for the things you need. Assisted living can be one of the best ways to live...
by marilyn halls | Oct 12, 2016 | Depression Therapy, Transitions
Retired AND depressed? How can that be? Retirement sounds so wonderful… when you’re in the middle of a grinding, hectic workday. Those long-held expectations of taking it easy and relaxing on a beach can sometimes come to a grinding halt once...
by marilyn halls | Oct 7, 2016 | Anxiety and Stress, Transitions
Social anxiety is a problem plaguing millions of Americans. If you have social anxiety, you might feel dread and fear about the idea of meeting new people or spending time in social situations. Fortunately, there are many things you can do to help yourself to manage...