At Presbyterian Village North (PVN), no two days are ever the same for Community Life Manager Dora Leiva. From coordinating engaging activities to bringing residents together through a variety of…
Category: Independent Living
The Social Benefits of Independent Living: How Community Connections Happen Naturally
What if I don’t fit in or make new friends? That is actually one of the more common questions older adults ask before moving into independent living. And the answer…
Designing Your Next Chapter: Personalizing Your Independent Living Residence
If you’re considering moving into an independent living community, you may find yourself standing in the middle of your current home wondering what you will be giving up. Yet most…
When to Move to Independent Living: Why Many Seniors Choose to Move Earlier
For years, deciding when to move to senior independent living was often triggered by a fall, a health scare, or the realization that staying at home was no longer safe….
Inside a PVN Resident’s Doll Collection
If you step inside resident Cathy Roach’s apartment at Presbyterian Village North (PVN) you’ll find a room unlike any other. “Some people have an office or a second bedroom, I…
Maintain Your Independence: A Checklist to Keep You in Charge
One of the keys to aging well is maintaining independence. Yet few consider the practical steps that would most likely lead us there. The people who stay independent longest aren’t…
Welcome to the 3rd Act: How Independent Living Can Launch Life’s Next Adventure
For many people, the phrase later in life still carries outdated assumptions, such as slowing down, fewer options or simply settling. But today’s older adults are actively rewriting their story….
Trouble Sleeping? 5 Simple Habits for Better Rest Every Night
You know the feeling after a good night’s sleep that makes you ready to take on the world? While it’s a nice sensation, rest is actually essential. In fact, sleep…
Mind Over Muscle: The Power of Mental Fitness for Older Adults in Independent Living
Most of us know how important it is to eat well, exercise and regularly get a restful night’s sleep. But when it comes to our health, our mental fitness is…
Downsizing? Decorating Tips for Stylish Independent Living Apartments
Moving into an independent living community is more than just a change of address. It’s a chance to reinvent your living space to reflect who you are today. While excited…