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Passion is the cornerstone of everything we do. The Civitas Senior Living blog is our latest passion project and your launchpad into the hottest topics in senior living. Whether updating you on what our communities offer or expanding signature programs in locations near you, we connect you with the vital information you need to live a comfortable and engaging life.
Our senior care blog helps you discover new ways to connect with loved ones and tips to make the most of Civitas Senior Living’s many resources. Check back frequently for the latest health trends and insights for an invigorating senior living experience. Thank you for choosing Civitas Senior Living as your go-to news source.
Our Partnerships: Recognizing How Senior Real Estate Is Different, Experts Guide the Moving Process
Moving to a senior living community is a major decision, often filled with questions and concerns. Where do you begin? What happens to your home? How do you manage the logistics of downsizing and moving? ...
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The Bluffs Seniors Focus on Health & Wellness During Monthly Competitions
At the beginning of the year, residents of The Bluffs of Flagstaff took on the 2025 Total Wellness Reset Challenge, pushing themselves to move more, think sharper, and support one another along the way. Over ...
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Wimberley Veteran Surprised with Books He Authored But Never Owned
Dan F., an author and U.S. Army veteran, spent a lifetime writing — 15 books, to be exact! When the team at Alexis Pointe Senior Living learned of this, they began planning something special. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4BOtVlSnYIDan ...
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The Bluffs Dining Program Featured by Local Food Columnist
To those who call The Bluffs of Flagstaff home, the deliciousness of daily meals comes as no surprise. However, inviting members of the public to visit and their new perspective is a reminder of how ...
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Senior Communities and Group Homes: Dallas, TX Options
More older adults live alone than ever before, with KFF Health News estimating that over 16 million Americans are in this situation. To complicate matters, about four in 10 seniors who live alone have significant ...
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Arabella of Athens Team Member Shares A Lifetime of Service to Seniors
Bre Holcomb has lived most of her life connecting with older adults in senior living communities. As a small girl, she ran the hallways, volunteering for activities in the summer and on weekends in the ...
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The Cottage Residents Celebrate Beloved Volunteer’s Birthday
Ask anyone in The Hamptons of Tyler, a senior living community, who has the biggest heart for its residents — and they’ll probably tell you “Allison”! She’s been volunteering twice a week for over a ...
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The Benefits of Private Care for the Elderly in Senior Communities
We often see this pattern: as a senior loved one becomes less self-sufficient, their family members scramble to find home-based caregiving support. It might start with a part-time aide and progress to full-time help, but ...
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Townhomes or Apartments? Choosing the Best Senior Lifestyle in Willow Park
According to researchers, townhomes may have originated in the 1600s, in cities like London or Paris. In the US, they first appeared in New York City. Now, they’re popular with homebuyers and renters worldwide; the ...
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Celebrating Leadership and Community at The Bluffs of Flagstaff
At The Bluffs of Flagstaff, community means more than just a place to live. It’s a shared experience shaped by dedicated staff and residents who create lasting relationships. Our Executive Director, Andy Auteri, leads this ...
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How Bingo is Bringing Senior Living Communities Together
It’s the five letter word every senior in The Grandview of Chisholm Trail is waiting to shout: B-I-N-G-O! But despite the competitive nature of the timeless classic, the game is actually bringing older adults in ...
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When to Move from Independent to Assisted Living
Two of the main senior living categories are independent and assisted living. When an older adult’s caregiving needs evolve to require the latter, the shift can be gradual or immediate. For example, they might: Initially ...
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