Several years ago, a gerontologist from Duke University, in discussing the sociological issues facing older people, compared the importance of horizontal and vertical relationships in their lives. Horizontal relationships, she said, refer to a person’s peers while vertical relationships are generational – mothers, fathers, children, and grandchildren. What struck me was her emphasis on the importance of horizontal relationships, even [...]
“What’s next?” “What can I do?” After mulling over these questions, a group of Bermuda Village residents began to search for answers. After studying, discussing and exploring, a Fun Wellness College for residents was the unequivocal answer.The college's purpose is to encourage an active pursuit of a sharper mind and stronger body. Residents select their respective level of participation, and [...]
Located just ten minutes outside Winston-Salem, Bermuda Village has matured into North Carolina’s premier retirement community, offering a lifestyle with amenities both deserved and expected. The result is a secure, gated community with five-star services and a wide range of independent living choices, all amid a tranquil setting. To compliment this, a myriad of supportive care options are available, [...]
From Duke to Durham Retirement Community, The Music Has Never Stopped for Harmonious Couple He’s from the Netherlands she’s from California. Both share a passion for music, and met in a university music ensemble, where they fell in love and went on to have rewarding careers at Duke University in music and performing arts. It’s a beautiful story, but the [...]
Looking at the list of activites at SearStone, you might think you were at a resort rather than a retirement community. With offerings from art classes, lectures, concerts, dance instruction, golf outings, field trips to sporting events and symphony performances, conversational French club, yoga and more, it’s no wonder residents are never bored. They even have a group of athletes [...]
CCRC is an acronym for Continuing Care Retirement Community, representing a wide range of housing and care options available to financially secure seniors. The Clubhouse overlooks a stunning vista at The Cedars of Chapel Hill Today’s CCRCs offer a smorgasbord of features including continuing education, wellness centers, world travel opportunities, world class entertainment, diverse neighbors, high tech access, business centers, [...]
Some Independent Living Communities offer an additional service of supportive care for residents who may require temporary assistance. Seniors who are recuperating after an accident or injury, have had surgery or treatments such as chemotherapy, or are recovering from an illness may find the extra care helpful while getting back on their feet. Supportive care can embrace four areas: companionship, [...]
In the January 2016 issue of Cary Magazine, SearStone was named the recipient of the Maggy Award for Best Active Adult Community. The Maggy Awards are selected annually by readers of the leading lifestyle publication in Western Wake County. This distinction is especially noteworthy, as SearStone is “the new kid on the block” and welcomed its first residents in November [...]
SearStone, a distinctly different continuing care retirement community in Cary, is celebrating the national award, won by Kevin Johnson for his expertise as Searstone’s Food Service Director. The award for “Enhancing Resident Experience” in dining was given by Sodexo Global at a national awards banquet for dining services. Johnson, who joined the SearStone food service staff in early 2014, has [...]
The process of determining if an elderly parent should no longer live alone is a difficult one for Baby Boomers and for the extended family at large. A new book, Why Wait? The Baby Boomers’ Guide to Preparing Emotionally, Financially & Legally for a Parents' Death, by Carolyn A. Brent, helps family caregivers to discern, discuss, and deal with end-of-life [...]
