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Connect55+ Live Strong - Independent senior living community - Calamar

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Calamar Development - Independent Senior Living Community - Calamar

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Calamar has been a premier developer, manager, & financier of independent & active living communities for those 55+ for over 30 years https://www.calamar.com/

Connect55+ Live Happy | Calamar

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 Connect55+ Live Happy | Calamar Live Happy at our Connect55+ communities https://www.calamar.com/55plus

Four outdoor activities that seniors can engage in

Nothing is better than exercising in fresh air and warm weather. Not only can such exercise be beneficial to your body, it can also be extremely simple and exciting. Neither do you need any equipment, nor do you have to pay any money for the same. Whether you live in independent senior apartments in Des Moines, IA or at senior apartments in Kansas City, KS; you can have access to these activities with ease. Here are four of the top outdoor activities that seniors can engage in :

Tips for making safe investments during this pandemic

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Retirement shouldn’t mean the end of earnings. With an understanding of the financial markets and solid investment processes in place, you can replace your employment income with investment income. However, you need to remember that investments can be risky. This current pandemic has changed the financial landscape even further. While the pandemic spelled doom on the financial markets initially, investors gradually seem to have now identified opportunities. Here are tips for safe investing :

Connect55+ Living | Calamar

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Connect55+ Living | Calamar Learn about Calamar's Connect55+ Living Communities. Come As Strangers, Live as Friends https://www.calamar.com/connect55plus

Independent Senior Living Apartment | Connect55+ "Live" | Calamar

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Live Simple. Live Strong. Live Happy. Live Better. Our Connect55+ communities provide our residents with the lifestyle they are searching for https://www.calamar.com/55plus

Scenic Trails Active Living Video Tour | Senior Apartments Des Moines | Calamar

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At Scenic Trails Active Living, we offer spacious one and two bedroom apartments for those 55+ in Indianola, near Des Moines, IA. Our community offers new amenities and modern finishes, with many events and activities to enhance our residents social and physical health. For more information, visit https://www.calamar.com/scenic-trails-active-living

Benefits of Bike Riding and Walking in the Spring for Seniors

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First things first; how are you doing?  People, around the world, have been shocked by Covid-19; but seniors have been the worst hit.  Whether you live in senior apartments Des Moines IA or in high-end retirement communities Indianola, IA; you all need to take good care of yourselves. Speaking of taking care, it’s equally as important to stay active and fit.  That helps you take care of your health.  Gyms have closed down in most parts of the world, and that could have affected your fitness plans.  However, spring is bringing with it some warm weather; which is perfectly suited for bike riding and walking.  Such activity is low-impact, hence perfectly suited for your joints.  Moreover, you can still pursue these activities while practising physical distancing.  Again, we are fortunate that many of the independent senior apartments in Des Moines, IA and across USA are located perfectly to offer a good walking circuit for seniors. Continue Reading ...

5 Benefits of Fitness Centers for Seniors

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You must have heard it multiple times that physical activity is good for you. In fact, many doctors and medical professionals advise that you make exercising and physical activity a part of your routine. This importance of exercising becomes even more significant with age. Given the erratic weather conditions, fitness centers can provide a reliable year-long solution for seniors’ exercise needs. Certain senior apartments DES Moines IA and 55+ apartments Kansas city, KS among others may have a fitness center on site. If not, you can find affordable and good-quality fitness centers near you. Here are the benefits of fitness centers for seniors :

Prairie View Senior Village Video Tour | Senior Apartments Des Moines IA | Calamar

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At Prairie View Senior Village, we offer spacious one and two bedroom apartments for those 55+ in Ankeny, near Des Moines, IA. Our community offers new amenities and modern finishes, with many events and activities to enhance our residents social and physical health. For more information, visit https://www.calamar.com/prairie-view-senior-living

Tips For Seniors During Covid-19

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Cases of Covid-19 have been rising drastically in USA and around the world. Evidence from cases thus far have shown that seniors are at the highest risk with this illness. Not only are more seniors contracting the virus, their mortality rate is among the highest too. This calls for seniors, around the world, to be extra vigilant and careful about their health. The following tips can help you reduce the risk of getting seriously sick because of this virus: Continue Reading ...

Independent Active Aging Communities: Why So Many Seniors Prefer Them?

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From Calamar (https://www.calamar.com/55plus) Many Boomers are working well past the retirement age and seeking independent senior living communities to keep up with their lifestyle. Their lives are still in high-octane mode despite their older age. Typical retirement options aren't part of their vernacular as they plan to keep going, living their best life. The appeal of independent senior living communities stems from the social opportunities they provide. Retirees want the fun and thrill of an outgoing community. These communities include regular activities, outings, and celebrations sure to keep retirees entertained. What other features attract so many seniors to independent senior living communities? We dive into this topic in our video. You'll learn about how the communities provide a safe and worry-free environment. And, amenities letting retirees enjoy themselves instead of being confined to chores and tasks. Looking for more information about independent senior liv

When Going Solo Doesn't Work Anymore

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So maybe your parents have been firm for the past few years that they are fully independent and can manage without any assistance, but it’s inevitable to get to the point where they will actually need assistance. The problem is that they may not be willing to tell you, so it may be up to you to notice the signs on your own. Self-care tasks are becoming harder to do During visits, see if it takes them longer to do some common tasks like preparing meals. It is normal as someone ages to lose a bit of their mobility, but it shouldn’t deter them from accomplishing tasks that they need to do on a day to day basis. Continue Reading ...

Valentine's Day Ideas

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February can be a cold month but it doesn’t always have to be especially that Valentine’s day is coming up. This day is not only for one’s significant other but also for one’s parents as well. While a night out and movies might be great, sometimes seniors develop special conditions that require them to adjust their diet or activity making it tricker to plan out that special day. It makes it harder if they also have dementia or Alzheimer’s that you have to take into account. If this is the case, read on to find ideas to make Valentine’s Day still a memorable day to spend with your loved ones in their Senior Apartment in Ankeny, IA or anywhere else. Continue Reading ...

The Grand Estates on Greenwood Video Tour | Retirement Communities in Kansas | Calamar

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At The Grand Estates on Greenwood , we offer spacious one and two bedroom senior apartments. Our non- smoking community exudes a warm and friendly atmosphere and offers a wealth of amenities to make you feel right at home.

Senior Living Apartments in Kansas | The Grand Estates on Greenwood Drone Overview

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Drone video of The Grand Estates on Greenwood, a 55+ independent living community in Olathe, Kansas, owned & operated by Calamar. For more information, visit " The Grand Estates on Greenwood "