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A Welcoming Community With Solid Academic Opportunities

Peter Crumbine believes there are usually three steps to lifetime home ownership. First, you buy a big house to raise your family. Second, you retire and downsize to a smaller home. Third, you move to a senior living community. “We skipped that second step and moved right to Edgehill,” said Peter Crumbine. “We are happy […]

Senior Living 101 Guide

If you are just beginning to consider senior living for yourself or a family member, the amount of information to process may seem daunting. To ensure that you make the best possible decision, it is important to understand the types of communities available to you, along with the services offered. We’ve compiled a “Senior Living […]

Inspired by New York Fashion Week, Edgehill Resident Reflects on a Dress Worn with Love

New York Fashion Week: Where Style Meets Passion It’s described as the “pinnacle of fashion.” New York Fashion Week (NYFW) draws models, celebrities, critics and designers for a week of cutting-edge couture, highlighting the intersection of fashion and passion. The excitement around the runway reminds us that fashion is more than garments—it’s an artform that […]

Apple and Candied Pecan Salad Recipe

Eating, Done Right. This sweet and crisp recipe is a year-round favorite and proves salads can truly satisfy. With 450 calories and less than 100 milligrams of sodium, you can turn this into a complete, satisfying meal by adding 4 ounces of grilled chicken breast, all under 650 calories. Healthy eating never tasted this good. […]

Planning for Retirement? Five Benefits of Community Living

Embrace your retirement in a thriving, vibrant community where you can enjoy an active lifestyle without worrying about home maintenance, housework and property upkeep. With opportunities to stimulate your mind, body and spirit, you will find that living in a senior community offers more than just a place to call home. This article will discuss […]

Nutrition Tips for Seniors

You probably know that you can find the healthiest foods around the perimeter of your local grocery store. By shopping the edges, nutrition experts tell us, you can focus your diet on vegetables and fruits, along with low-fat dairy products and lean meats. But, as you age, you may find it necessary to adjust and […]

Summer Safety for Seniors

Summer has arrived, along with its ample opportunities for fun at the beach, in the pool or in your own backyard, but summer does bring its share of hazards. Whether you are heading out on vacation or enjoying the sunny weather at home, here are some steps to summer safety tips you can keep in […]

Spring Activities for Seniors

Welcome, Spring! Seven Activities For Bidding Farewell To Winter After spending winter cooped up inside, are you ready to enjoy the great outdoors? With its longer days, warmer temperatures and return of the birds, leaves and flowers, spring offers us many attributes to love. In fact, some say that spring may be the loveliest time of […]

Fun Ways for Seniors to Enjoy Summer in Connecticut

Our beautiful weather and moderate temperatures in Connecticut provide the ideal backdrop for a variety of summer activities. What are some of our favorite ways to enjoy the summer here? Spend a day at the beach With saltwater beaches at the coast and a variety of lakes inland, Connecticut offers plenty of shore-side fun. Whether […]

Considering Yoga? Don’t Be Afraid To Join In

If you follow social media, all the photos of people doing handstands and contorting their bodies can make yoga seem intimidating. However, this ancient form of physical activity offers something for nearly everyone, and you can start at any level of ability. At Edgehill, you’ll find multiple opportunities to enjoy an energetic lifestyle, including joining […]