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Looking for Assisted Living in California? Start Here

senior exploring her senior living options in CA June 27, 2024

Seniors and their loved ones who are looking for assisted living in California are fortunate to have plenty of options. The state has more senior assisted living homes than any other in the country. Depending on which source you consult, the number of California assisted living facilities ranges [...]

What is Assisted Living?

what is assisted living May 21, 2024

Assisted living is a senior living option that provides personalized care and support for older adults who need help with activities of daily living, often referred to as ADLs. ADLs include things such as bathing, dressing, medication management and meal preparation. Residents of assisted living [...]

Embracing the Divine: How Spirituality Shapes Senior Well-Being

importance of spirituality in retirement April 19, 2024

After losing his wife of 40 years, Robert turned to spirituality as his guiding light through the darkness of grief. Each morning, he found a quiet corner of his home, lit a candle and sought comfort from a higher power. During walks along the Corbin Canyon Trail, he paused to meditate in the [...]

Getting To Know Gilbert Carrasco, The Variel’s New Executive Director

gilbert carrasco February 14, 2024

Gilbert Carrasco is someone who follows his instincts. When he first visited The Variel last November to begin the executive director interview process, he immediately connected with our luxury senior living community. The staff, the residents, the design, the culture, the location — all of it [...]

Concerned About Your Loved One’s Cognitive Health? Take Advantage of Family Get-Togethers

family getting together during the holidays December 18, 2023

The holiday season often brings opportunities for families to spend quality time together. For those who are geographically scattered, the winter holiday season may be one of the few times they can gather. If you’ll be visiting with older relatives during the holidays, you may want to pay [...]

These Travel Tips for Seniors Can Help Ensure Your Next Trip Is a Safe One

travel tips for seniors November 16, 2023

Having more leisure time is one of the great perks of retirement. For many, it means more time to travel, whether it’s a trip to visit family or an adventure in some exotic, faraway place. As we head into the winter holidays, you may be planning some travel of your own — maybe a road trip [...]