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2021 Best of Senior Living! – Date 01/14/2021
The Cottages Senior Living is proud to be a 2021 winner of the SeniorAdvisor.com Best in Senior Living Award!
Caring.com 2021 Caring Star! – Date 12/22/2020
We are proud to congratulate The Cottages Senior Living on being named one of Caring.com’s Caring Stars for 2021!
The Cottages Senior Living is pleased to announce it has been selected as a 2021 Caring Star for service excellence in senior living. In consumer ratings and reviews on Caring The Cottages Senior Living earned a 5-star rating (the highest possible score) within the qualification time frame, while also having a high volume of positive reviews, responding to any negative reviews, and meeting other criteria for this national honor. We are privileged to be the only Caring Star 2021 community in Multnomah county, and The Cottages Senior Living is among 156 communities across the country for Caring Stars 2021.
There is only 1 Caring Star 2021 community in Oregon! The Cottages Senior Living!
“We strive daily to provide high-quality care and services for our residents, and this award validates our delivery on that promise,” said Dana Bando, Executive Director of The Cottages Senior Living. “On behalf of our Community, thank you to those who shared positive feedback about us, and to Caring for recognizing us as a Caring Star of 2021.”
Container gardening is not only an easy, portable way to jump into gardening but also an efficient use of whatever space you have, be it a yard, patio or sunny window. Here's how to get started.
5 Top Fruits and Vegetables That Grow in Containers
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If you love gardening but have a small space, consider a container garden. Tomatoes and other fruits and vegetables will grow in pots and containers.Researchers pinpoint the optimal number of hours per night ... and it’s not eight.
Are You Sleeping Too Much Or Not Enough?
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A good night's sleep is important and lack of sleep can cause health issues. But can you sleep too much? Read these tips on getting the ideal rest.The struggles to see at night are real — especially for those over 50.
Out of the Dark: Managing Night Blindness
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Night blindness affects many people over 50. Here are some causes, and suggestions on what can help.The Cottages began celebrating all of our beautiful friends with a wonderful Mother’s Day Brunch Party. Happy Mother’s Day! 💐🌷🌸
How just stretching, taking baths or enjoying your coffee could lower your risk of heart attack and stroke.
Unexpected Ways to Improve Heart Health
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In addition to diet, exercise and healthy sleep, here are a few simple tips that can help lower your blood pressure and improve overall heart health.Did you know that almost 100% of all household textiles can be recycled for one purpose or another.
Trash Talk About Frayed Fashion: Donating Unwanted Clothing and Textiles
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Mismatched socks? Ripped shirts? Use this easy guide to learn how and where to donate these and other used clothing items.AARP found some real solutions to the real issues gnawing at 50-something minds.
Your 50 Top Health Questions Answered
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Find answers to your top medical questions based on AARP’s Exclusive Survey on Health and Aging. Experts help you live longer, healthier and happier.Have you heard of the Metaverse, thinking it's just for techies, kids and video game fanatics, it's time to — as Steve Jobs liked to say — think different.
Your Hitchhiker's Guide to the Metaverse
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Think the metaverse is just for gamers and Gen Z? Think again.Other home hazards may not be so obvious. Here are five that may surprise you — and ways they can be avoided.
5 Surprising Home Hazards and How to Avoid Them
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Did you know that at-home mishaps account for as many as 2.9 million annual injuries by adults 65-plus? Find out how to avoid potentially injuring yourself.Honestly, we were surprised to learn that a high percentage of triathletes — as many as half of participants in some races — are over 50. Here's why:
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Triathlon is a grueling sport. Why is it so popular with the over-50 set?Whether it’s chronic, acute or episodic, low back pain is a common problem among adults, causing more disability around the world than any other condition. The good news? Some simple stretches can help.
6 Exercises for Lower Back Pain
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Back aches and injuries are common among older adults, but simple stretches and poses like the Supine Bridge or Bird Dog can help. Walking is also key.Here's how to stay informed without becoming overwhelmed.
We’ve known for some time that what’s good for your heart is good for your brain. This is especially true when it comes to exercise.
5 Brain Exercises That Can Keep Your Mind Sharp
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Studies show that physical activity can help lower risk of dementia by enhancing connections between neurons. Learn the best workouts for your brain.Whether you're trying to make a decision about a health issue, a new job or a big move, you don't move on from uncertainty — you move through it.
How to Make Decisions in the Midst of Uncertainty
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We can move forward, even when the future is unknownBid bye-bye to itchy winter scalp and flaky, dry skin with these tips and regimens.
10 Cold Weather Beauty and Grooming Tips
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The cold weather during winter can wreak havoc with our skin and scalp. Here are 10 ways to treat dry skin as we fight off the big chill this season.
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