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Cue the Music, Please, and Let the Memories Begin!

importance of music September 15, 2023

“Music is life itself.” None other than Louis Armstrong said that, and whether or not you agree with him, there’s no mistaking the impact music can have on our mood, our memory and, as research has demonstrated repeatedly, our health. It’s easy to see why many senior living communities are [...]

Warm-Hearted and Ready to Love: Why Seniors and Pets Are a Perfect Pairing

pets for seniors August 24, 2023

Richard* retired several years ago from a successful career. He lives in a two-bedroom condo in a nice part of town. He’s been married before and is open to the possibility of another romantic relationship in the future, but he’s not actively looking for one. His daughters are grown and have [...]

Is Independent Living at The Variel the Right Choice for You or Someone You Love?

independent living right choice for you June 27, 2023

With countless opportunities for having a good time in and around our community — and more time to engage in all of those adventures and activities —  independent living may be just what you’re looking for. Ready to do some preliminary exploring? Let’s go! What Is Independent [...]

Looking for a Simple Way to Improve Your Health? Move More!

simple ways to improve your health April 21, 2023

If you spend most of your time sitting, you probably already know that’s not good for you. Research shows a sedentary lifestyle can increase your risk for type 2 diabetes, heart disease, certain types of cancer, high blood pressure, obesity, osteoporosis, depression and other [...]

4 Basic Tips on How to Stay Safe Online and Avoid Getting Scammed

how to stay safe online March 27, 2023

As people of all ages spend more time online, scammers and hackers are becoming more sophisticated. Consumers reported losing almost $9 billion dollars in scams last year, according to data released by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) — an increase of more than 30% compared with 2021. Online [...]

We Marked Our Six-Month Anniversary With an Industry Award!

Award photo for The Variel, gifted by Senior Housing News Architecture & Design Awards for 2022. 3rd place winner. January 6, 2023

In mid-December, just six months after we welcomed the first residents to their new homes at The Variel, we were named among the winners of the 2022 Architecture & Design Awards by Senior Housing News (SHN). We’re thrilled to have received such an accolade so soon. Nearly 100 organizations [...]