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  • Less Maintenance, More Moments: The Lifestyle Perks offered by a Senior Living Community

    Less Maintenance, More Moments: The Lifestyle Perks offered by a Senior Living Community

    How Independent and Assisted Living Promotes a Maintenance-Free Lifestyle    For many older adults home maintenance takes up time and energy which could instead be used for spoiling grandkids or grabbing coffee with friends.  According to research at The National Library of Medicine, seniors who age in place reported more loneliness than those living in senior…

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  • The Power of Community: Healthier Aging through Social Connection in Senior Living

    The Power of Community: Healthier Aging through Social Connection in Senior Living

    How We Foster Social Engagement in Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care When it comes to aging, staying connected socially plays an important role in overall health and happiness. According to research from the Mayo Clinic on aging adults, interacting with others can be more beneficial to the brain than puzzles and brain exercises.…

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  • Wellness Beyond Healthcare: How Aspenwood Helps Residents Thrive Proactively

    Wellness Beyond Healthcare: How Aspenwood Helps Residents Thrive Proactively

    Thriving Proactively: How Village on the Park Onion Creek Promotes Wellness   In the journey of aging, protecting one’s health is often understood in terms of accessing medical care. At Village on the Park Onion Creek, we believe well-being extends far beyond appointments and prescriptions. True well-being is found through a variety of pursuits including an…

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  •  How Assisted Living Supports Living Life Well as Needs Change with Age

     How Assisted Living Supports Living Life Well as Needs Change with Age

    Making the move to assisted living can feel overwhelming or unsettling. For many families thinking about moving a loved one to assisted living, the unknown can feel unsettling. However, residents often are thankful they made the move and express regret they didn’t move sooner.  According to Argentum’s report, The Value of Assisted Living for America,…

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  • Brewing Better Health: The Benefits of Coffee and Where to Get a Great Local Cup

    Brewing Better Health: The Benefits of Coffee and Where to Get a Great Local Cup

    For many, coffee has been the drink that starts every day. While it might seem like an unremarkable part of a daily routine, a “cup of joe” can actually help us Live Life Well. This National Coffee Month, put on a pot and learn about the hidden power of coffee. Plus, discover where to get…

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  • 5 Actionable Tips to Avoid Falls

    5 Actionable Tips to Avoid Falls

    At Village on the Park Onion Creek, we’re empowering residents to Live Life Well by creating an environment that is both beautiful and safe. Many falls are avoidable. But the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that more than one in four Americans aged 65 and older fall each year. “Our mission is to…

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  • Best Parks and Walking Paths near Austin, Texas

    Best Parks and Walking Paths near Austin, Texas

    Celebrate Father’s Day the Active Way — Right Outside Village on the Park Onion Creek Being in assisted living doesn’t mean slowing down—it means having the support to live life to the fullest. At Village on the Park Onion Creek, we encourage residents and families to stay connected through meaningful moments, including outings to some…

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  • Where to Enjoy Time with Mom Near Austin, Texas

    Where to Enjoy Time with Mom Near Austin, Texas

    Spending quality time with mom or grandma can create cherished memories for all involved. Finding a destination that caters to her interests and creates space for connection allows everyone to make the most of the time together. At Onion Creek, our community members have a number of local spots they love to enjoy with family…

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  • 9 Healthy Aging Lessons Learned from The Blue Zones

    9 Healthy Aging Lessons Learned from The Blue Zones

    Could the secret to a longer life be simpler than you think? Stretching from the sun-drenched hills of Sardinia to the serene shores of Okinawa, there are five unique places globally—known as the Blue Zones—where individuals not only live longer lives but also Live Life Well, experiencing vitality, purpose, and joy well into their nineties…

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  • The Science of Sunshine: Benefits of Sunlight for Older Adults

    The Science of Sunshine: Benefits of Sunlight for Older Adults

    With the arrival of spring, a multitude of opportunities to Live Life Well, particularly through increased exposure to daylight hours. The effects of sunlight on our bodies are undeniably impactful. The Scientific Advantages of Sunlight Vitamin D Production: Maybe its most recognized benefit, sunlight facilitates the synthesis of Vitamin D within our skin. This essential…

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