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We hear it all the time, "I'm not ready to move into a retirement community! I'm still too independent!" What does this statement mean exactly? The person on the other end of the comment likely intends to communicate they are living in their home and do not feel ready to rely on others to take care of them. The intent behind their statement is well-understood, but it could be built on a multitude of misconceptions about senior living. Let's discuss a few of these examples and potentially redefine the term "independence" as we go.

Redefining Independence- Challenging the common phrase, "I'm still too independent to move into a retirement community."

We hear it all the time, "I'm not ready to move into a retirement community! I'm still too independent!" What does this statement mean exactly? The person on the other end of the comment likely intends to communicate they are living in their home and do not feel ready to rely on others to take care of them.

The intent behind their statement is well-understood, but it could be built on a multitude of misconceptions about senior living. Let's discuss a few of these examples and potentially redefine the term "independence" as we go.

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Residents of The Langford, Arbor Oaks’ sister community in College Station, Joyce Nies and husband Peter Witt began to daydream about the possibilities within their own courtyard, a space that is quite literally the centerpiece for the community.

Creating an Outdoor Sanctuary

Residents of The Langford, Arbor Oaks’ sister community in College Station, Joyce Nies and husband Peter Witt began to daydream about the possibilities within their own courtyard, a space that is quite literally the centerpiece for the community.

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Bryan Veterinarian shares story of how he traded animal care for free donuts.

Working for Donuts

Dr. John Harris, D.V.M., had a flare for building local relationships and striking up unique deals that were valuable to both parties. He enjoyed starting his day with a Shipley’s donut and cup of coffee, so it made sense to negotiate an exchange of goods and services with the donut shop.

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“We honored Nan with a ceremony, giving her the news that she was officially part of the Library of Congress,” explained Montez. Read more…

A Langford Resident is Honored by the Library of Congress

“We honored Nan with a ceremony, giving her the news that she was officially part of the Library of Congress,” explained Montez. Read more…

 

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