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Why Seniors Should Choose an Established Senior Living Community
When you choose a hospital, you look for experienced doctors, quality ratings and patient satisfaction scores. When you’re booking a vacation, you look for hotels with a track record for success and five-star reviews. Experience matters in these industries, and it’s worth doing the research to help you choose a well-established organization or service provider….
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The Top 5 Exercises Every Senior Should Do To Improve Their Strength Safely
Staying physically active is one of the greatest gifts you can offer yourself as you get older. Exercise lowers your risk of early death, cardiovascular disease, stroke, some types of cancer, falls and depression. Any physical activity can be beneficial, but as you consider your fitness options, don’t forget the importance of strength training. Strength…
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How Lifelong Learning Helps You as You Age
As the proverb goes: “You’re never too old to learn. That said, living in a college town may be your fountain of youth. This is especially true when you choose to live at Westminster in Austin, Texas, where you’ll have access to programs within the Westminster community as well as the courses at the University…
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The Benefits of Downsizing to a One-Bedroom Senior Apartment
Your life has changed. Perhaps your kids have grown and flown away or maybe you’re just ready to not have the responsibility of owning a home. If you’re thinking it’s time for a change of view and space you may be wondering, what downsizing looks like in your reality. What will you gain? What will…
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How Laughter Yoga Can Benefit Seniors
There’s a reason we’ve all heard the phrase, “Laughter is the best medicine.” Laughing can provide everything from stress relief, improved circulation and muscle relaxation to actual pain relief. In fact, laughter has been shown to improve senior health overall. So it’s no joke that more and more people are taking laughter yoga seriously as…
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Top 10 Activities for Seniors to Do in Austin, TX
When you consider moving as part of your retirement plan, the old saying is true. Three things matter: location, location, location. For your active and vibrant lifestyle, there are so many things to do in Austin, Texas, and Westminster, the area’s premier Life Plan Community, is near it all. Here are just a few highlights…
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6 Tips to Give Your Immune System a Boost
A strong immune system can help you fight off infections and bounce back more quickly from illnesses. As we age our immune systems become less efficient, here are some ways you can boost your immunity for better health. Wash your hands. Washing your hands thoroughly and often can help prevent the spread of disease-causing germs…
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Butterfly Nursery at Westminster
Did you know Westminster has its own butterfly nursery? It is located in the wooden planter boxes on the north side of the Windsor courtyard.
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Stay Hydrated for Summer Comfort
Summer is in full swing here in central Texas and it is hot! It is important to stay hydrated as temperatures rise. Dehydration can cause many unpleasant side effects such as muscle cramps, fatigue, reduced capacity to think clearly, loss of appetite, mild constipation, and kidney stones. Other obvious symptoms include: Dry skin, mouth or…
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LifeCare. Your Best Life at Every Level of Care
As a Life Plan Community, Westminster recognizes that today’s seniors value having a plan in place for future care, while also having the opportunity to live a vibrant, active life right now. LifeCare is our ultimate commitment to meeting both of those needs. With an initial entrance payment and predictable monthly fees, living accommodations, services…
