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Thoughtful articles on senior living, planning, and healthy aging shared to support clearer decisions and a better understanding of what comes next.

Insights to help you move forward with clarity

At Franklin Park, we believe that thoughtful information helps people make better decisions. This space includes articles on topics related to senior living, planning, wellness, community life, and the questions individuals and families often consider along the way.

Whether you are exploring senior living for yourself or a family member, or simply looking for a perspective on what this stage of life can look like, you will find practical information and reflections meant to be helpful, clear, and grounded.

Plus, we share announcements, media coverage, and press releases related to Franklin Park and our communities. These updates reflect milestones, community initiatives, awards, and news connected to life across the communities.

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December 15, 2021

6 Healthy Habits to Increase Longevity & Live Well

In the past, people used to believe that life expectancy was set from the beginning, determined by genetics or simply time. However, as experts learn more about the human mind…

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December 1, 2021

Honoring Holiday Traditions When a Loved One Lives in Assisted Living

The holidays are a memorable time to gather with friends and family while celebrating good food, togetherness, and other festive traditions. However, if Mom or Dad just moved into an…

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November 15, 2021

Acknowledging Grief and Celebrating the Holidays After a Loss

Even in the best of times, the holiday season can be stressful and exhausting. There are parties to attend, gifts to buy, trips to plan, and cookies to make. As…

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November 3, 2021

A Tribute to Caring for a Loved One with Alzheimer’s

It has been said that a mind is a terrible thing to waste. However, for families with a loved one experiencing dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease, “a memory is a terrible…

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November 1, 2021

How to Build Your Circle of Friends in Senior Living

Retirement is an exciting time full of new opportunities and relationships. Many adults choose to move to a senior living community during this time to take full advantage of their…

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October 15, 2021

Franklin Park® Shares Fall Prevention Tips for Seniors

Each year, millions of adults over 65 (about one in four) experience a fall. Falls are the leading cause of injuries for this demographic; according to the CDC, one out…

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October 1, 2021

Major Strides: The FDA Approves a New Alzheimer’s Treatment

The fight to end Alzheimer’s has been an ongoing process for decades. While new information has come out on certain lifestyle factors that may help reduce the risk—like a brain-healthy…

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September 15, 2021

Is It Time to Seek Caregiver Support?

Being a primary caregiver for an aging parent or family member is an enormous commitment. It requires patience, organization, and sacrifice. It can impact almost every aspect of your life:…

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September 1, 2021

Understanding Memory Loss: Busting Common Myths

Many people have a certain image that comes to mind when they picture memory loss: an older person wandering around confused, unable to remember where they live or what year…

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August 15, 2021

Understanding the Health Risks of Social Isolation in Older Adults

Over the past year, the COVID-19 pandemic put everyone in physical and social isolation. While some people thrived in quarantine—baking bread and organizing closets—others have felt the impacts of this…

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August 10, 2021

Cared For, Cared About: Our Franklin Park® Senior Living Philosophy

Some senior living communities pride themselves on delivering the highest-quality care, full of seasoned professionals who are the best in their field. Other communities boast about their compassion and their…

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August 1, 2021

Purple Heart Recognition Day: Understanding the Military Decoration

The men and women of the United States military are heroes who deserve to be celebrated every day for their bravery and sacrifice. Beyond this recognition, there are days that…