Our Blog

Creating a will and planning your estate are essential steps to ensure your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your passing. Proper estate planning can provide peace of mind, reduce family conflict, and minimize legal challenges. Here’s a comprehensive guide for seniors on how to create a will and plan your estate. Understand

Retirement marks a significant transition in life, offering an opportunity to pursue interests and hobbies with more time and freedom. However, it can also lead to a decrease in social interactions, which are vital for mental and emotional well-being. Maintaining a vibrant social life in retirement is essential for staying connected, active, and fulfilled. Here

If your older loved one is living at home alone, there may come at time that you need to consider long-term assisted living. Recognizing when it is time to transition to a senior living community, however, can be a difficult decision. Here are some telltale signs that may indicate it’s time to consider assisted living

In today’s digital age, technology is not just for the younger generation; it is having a powerful impact on older adults too! By embracing technology, seniors can improve their daily lives, enhance overall health and maintain independence like never before. Here’ a closer look at the benefits of technology for seniors. Enhance Communication and Socialization

Today, many seniors are recognizing the advantages of downsizing. After a lifetime of work, raising children and number of other responsibilities, choosing a smaller dwelling space in retirement can reduce housing costs, eliminate many maintenance tasks and free up time to enjoy your passions and pursue new hobbies.  But let’s face it; preparing to move

A growing number of seniors are choosing to enjoy post-retirement independently in the comfort of their own homes. But with age comes physical and cognitive changes that can make living alone more challenging. Since older adults are more vulnerable to injuries, burns and infections, it is important to take the proper steps to reduce risks

Wondering how to keep cool this summer as a senior? We have the perfect solution for you! Swimming. Not only does it beat the heat, but it has a variety of great health benefits. In this blog post, we will review the biggest advantages to jumping in the pool this summer! Heart Health Swimming laps

WINNEBAGO: April 8, 2021 – Tammy Bargman, Executive Director of Prairie View Assisted Living, has announced the new WIN-WIN program. This program will donate $250.00 to Winnebago High School Athletic Department for each new permanent move into the community. Our newest resident, Marion Sunday will present the first check to Winnebago Quarterback Alec Weavel, #8

Valentine’s Day doesn’t just have to be focused on couples. Growing up, we all remember in our early school years exchanging little Valentines Day cards and candy with our peers. It was some fun and uplifting that broke up the monotony of the long winters following the big holidays. Valentines Day is a holiday that

Making the decision to move to an assisted living community can feel overwhelming for your parent or loved one. Like any big change in life, moving into a new home, apartment or in this case assisted living is a big adjustment. It isn’t uncommon for the children to feel overwhelmed as well with tasks of