Great article from Forbes on how to make your retirement comfortable

Living Well in Retirement

Baby boomers are redefining what it means to live well in retirement. As the stories in this Special Report illustrate, some are seeking fulfillment (and extra income) from new “retirement” careers, others are angling for adventure by retiring abroad and many, after a lifetime of acquiring, are shedding their excess possessions. Whatever your vision of a good retirement, we’ve got advice to help you achieve it by making sure your savings aren’t eaten away by unnecessary taxes or investment fees. Plus, we explain how much of your nest egg you can spend each year and how to protect yourself and your loved ones through a proper estate plan.

Edited by Janet Novack 5.19.11 
as posted on Forbes.com

 

View the full article filled with useful retirement related links right here

All Seniors Care Living Centres honoured with 2011 Healthy Living Award!!

All Seniors Care Living Centres receives

Reh-Fit Centre’s 2011 Healthy Living Award

The Reh-Fit Centre’s Healthy Living Awards is an annual event that promotes community health by celebrating organizations and individuals who have made a difference in encouraging healthy, active living across Manitoba. Since 1999, when it was first held, the event has recognized the contributions of 173 Manitoba individuals, businesses, corporations, associations, or organizations who have contributed to healthy living across the province. The Awards recognize accomplishments by individuals and organizations in four categories: individuals, businesses or corporations, organizations (paid staff), and groups (volunteers).
All Seniors Care was the 2011 Recipient in the Business Category for our annual week long Seniors Games. Accepting the award on behalf of the company, Bruce Lillie stated “it is a huge honour to be recognized for this initiative. At All Seniors Care we strive every day to support vibrant, active, and healthy lifestyles for our residents and the Seniors Games is our annual celebration of this commitment. ASC management and staff, our local community supporters, and the politically leaders who got involved at all of our facilities took away many wonderful memories of the games and look forward to being part of the event next year.”

About All Seniors Care Living Centres

All Seniors Care, where caring is our number one concern, has become the new standard of excellence in luxury retirement living. Founded on an unwavering commitment to exceptional care, All Seniors Care is dedicated to creating and operating the best senior’s facilities, while providing the highest level of care to our residents. Delivering the highest quality of services, amenities and activities are all part of our commitment to Aging-In-Place. Residents and their families can expect enhanced independence, greater peace of mind, and higher quality of life throughout the years at this beautiful facility. Our full time Director of Health and Wellness will lead many daily activities designed to challenge, inspire and entertain even the most discerning and active seniors. Our Red Seal certified chefs and their teams carefully plan each meal to ensure all residents enjoy delicious, nutritiously balanced culinary creations every day – hallmarks of our commitment to excellence in providing gracious retirement living.

Beacon Heights in Ottawa is presenting info sessions on May 19. Call today to book your tour!

A great article profiling our own Summerwood Village in Sherwood Park

“The Year of Joy”

What a wonderful “Year of Joy” Linking Generations had this year.  It is hard to describe just how much the students are gaining from their interactions with their seniors.  I know they are bringing amazing Joy into each other’s lives simply by listening and sharing their lives.  These young people and the seniors are sharing their life experiences, sharing their dreams, and sharing their hearts.  Thanks to each Linking Generations senior for giving of your time and of your heart.  We are impressed by your wealth of knowledge and interesting life stories and touched by your kindness and compassion. 

Linking Generations is very grateful for the support we receive from Summerwood Retirement Residence.  Special thanks to Dianne Lalonde and Caryn Lansing for your personal belief in the benefits of connecting these two generations ~ your wonderful support is appreciated.  You are supporting our Linking students to experience history through the eyes of their seniors. 

Thanks to our Linking Angels:  Cheyenne Brown, Patricia Hollman, Heather Wilton, and Alicia Webster for sharing your time, your hearts, and your kindness to make each visit meaningful. 

We are very grateful to our funding partners:  Alberta Government Community Initiatives Program, Lakeland Ridge School, and Holy Spirit Catholic School.  We also really appreciate those individuals who choose to designate their United Way donations to Linking Generations or pledge their support to the Mayor’s Walk/Run.  It is these valuable partnerships or ‘links’ that make our program such a success. 

Seniors or your families, please have a look at Linking Generations website www.linkinggenerations.ca.  The photo gallery captures the true essence of our programs ~ the smiles of the seniors and their students. 

Wishing you a wonderful summer!

Linking Generations ~ Teens & Seniors, Caring & Sharing

ASC will be hosting a booth at the Sun Life Financial Health Fair on Sunday, May 15 at the Victoria Hospital. Come and visit our booth!

All Seniors Care is on Youtube! Our first video is now online

Watch it here!

Open House 2-4pm at Preston Park this weekend. Only 9 suites remaining!

All Seniors Care #RoyalWedding Celebrations Across the Country Were a Great Success!

Residents and guests attend special Royal Wedding Celebration at All Seniors Care Living Centres across Canada

From Edmonton to Gatineau All Seniors Care retirement Residences hosted special Royal Wedding Tea Parties celebrating this joyous occasion. TV’s and 10 foot screens were set up, tea and dainties were prepared and our dining rooms were full of excitement as the event began.