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Three different budgets retirees should be managing to experience optimal satisfaction in the golden years You have worked hard your entire life and you have finally made it- it’s time to enjoy retirement! What should be your first order of business in your new lifestyle of ease? A cruise?

Diet:  Balance your plate Eat a balanced whole foods meal or snack every 4-5 hoursEat your calories do not drink themIf you drink alcohol limit it to 1 beverage per 24 hour period – alcohol in moderation raises HDL cholesterol – the good cholesterol 12 oz glass of beer5 ounce glass of wineInclude a fatty fish in your diet 1-2 times per week – salmon, halibut, herring, tunaInclude calcium-rich foods 3 times per day and vitamin D3 supplementsExercise:  Move daily – ideally 60-90 minutes ...

My mother made the decision to move into The Crossings about two and half years ago.  This decision was made thoughtfully, after serious deliberation and research into her options.  Here are 4 reasons why we are certain that she made the right decision. Security – She felt that The Crossings would meet her needs and give her a feeling of security, and we children gave her our support of her plan.  I can say that our expectations have been met and I think that living at The Cr...

My mother was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s four years ago.  Within a few months of her diagnosis, I began caring for her full time with a routine unsatisfactory to both of us. I gave up being social. I gave up traveling. I gave up taking care of myself, and I neglected the rest of my family to help Mom.In my heart and prayers, I spent a lot of time weighing options for Mom.