Senior Living News

Get all the latest news about The Variel.


Want to Get (or Stay) Involved in Your Community? Consider These ‘Jobs’ for Senior Citizens

Volunteer for work at senior living March 8, 2022

It may seem paradoxical for a retirement community to be writing about jobs for senior citizens. After all, most people probably aren’t interested in seeking employment opportunities once they’ve retired. They’re ready to pursue other types of activities for seniors. But, in reality, there [...]

Be Sure to Take Advantage of These Senior Discounts When Shopping and Dining in Woodland Hills

older couple sitting at table dining February 17, 2022

Along with the wisdom that comes from experience, aging offers other advantages — like senior citizen days and senior discounts. If you’ve been around long enough to meet the minimum age threshold, you can save some extra pocket money simply by showing proof of your birthdate. [...]

A Top Question in Senior Living: When to Move Into Assisted Living

older person holding a younger person's hand for assisted living January 18, 2022

Every older adult’s situation is unique, which is one reason that deciding when is the best time to move into a retirement community can be so challenging. Moving into a community that offers multiple levels of care often makes the decision easier. Seniors who are ready to leave behind the [...]

Why CA is a Top Retirement Destination in the U.S.

woman selling fruits and vegetables in CA December 14, 2021

Finding Your (Recreational) Bliss Through Inspired Senior Living [...]

Ready to Get Out and Go This Fall? Senior Living at The Variel Would Put You in the Midst of It All!

senior couple walking in the park November 19, 2021

A major advantage of the Southern California lifestyle is the option to venture outside nearly any day of the year and be comfortable. This time of year is ideal for wandering through the local farmers market, exploring a new hiking trail or indulging in a wine tasting … while on [...]

Here in California, fires are a given. Are you prepared?

fire burning at Angeles national Forest November 2, 2021

In 2020, wildfires destroyed 4.2 million acres in California. As of mid-October this year, 2.5 million acres had burned. According to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, or CAL FIRE, “wildfires aren’t a question of if, but only a question of when.” Where [...]