The Value of Four-Legged Friends
When it comes to friends, the kinds with four legs are hard to beat. Many people reap the benefits of having a companion animal but may...
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Melrose Meadows
Jun 30, 20213 min read
The Importance of Social Connections
It’s likely no surprise that the various social restrictions surrounding the global pandemic have changed the way we interact and gather....
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Melrose Meadows
Jun 24, 20213 min read
Big or Small? The Advantages of A Locally-Owned Senior Community
Don’t judge a book by its cover. Look before you leap. Measure twice, cut once. What do all these instructional adages have in common?...
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Melrose Meadows
Jun 24, 20212 min read
Real Estate is Hot in Iowa
It’s more than fair to say that the global health crisis of 2020 shook up the whole world. Businesses found new ways to flourish (or...
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Melrose Meadows
Apr 29, 20212 min read
Water Wellness
There are lots of different ways to stay active and focus on your physical health, but very few are as COOL as the POOL! In this post,...
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Melrose Meadows
Apr 21, 20214 min read
Keep It Movin’ – Ideas for Staying Active
Spring has a funny way of lighting a fire under us. Maybe it’s the fresh air, the warmer weather, or simply being inspired by the way...
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Melrose Meadows
Apr 5, 20214 min read
Walking for Wellness: How Walking Improves Your Body & Brain
Walking is good for us, and we all know it. There are dozens of health benefits to putting one foot in front of the other…and it’s pretty...
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Melrose Meadows
Mar 9, 20213 min read
Beyond Amenities: Choosing the Right Community For the Right Reasons
When you’re looking for the retirement community that’s right for you (or your loved one), where do you even start? Chances are you might...
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Melrose Meadows
Mar 5, 20213 min read
Keep This, Sell That: Making the Most of a Winter Estate Sale
If you’ve been thinking about selling your home, downsizing and maybe even moving into a senior living community (like Melrose Meadows,...
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Melrose Meadows
Feb 8, 20213 min read
Downsizing: How To Get Started
“Downsizing feels so liberating!” Does this sound like you? If not, don’t worry – you’re not alone. Downsizing can be liberating, but...
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Melrose Meadows
Feb 1, 20213 min read
Moving to Melrose: Why the Dollars and Cents Make Sense
Yes, we can hear you groaning from here – the whole “sense” and “cents” thing is something you’re probably seeing a lot of these days....
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Melrose Meadows
Jan 6, 20213 min read
Yes, You Can Sell Your Home in Winter
Wanna Make a Move? Why Wait? Moving in winter? Brrr … if you’re an Iowa Citian, the idea of moving during the winter months may seem as...
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Melrose Meadows
Dec 28, 20203 min read
Serious Health Effects of Loneliness and Isolation: Why Community is Key
We humans are social creatures by nature. It has nothing to do with being an introvert or extrovert. It has nothing to do with where we...
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Melrose Meadows
Nov 27, 20204 min read
Tips For Caregivers And Knowing When It is Time to Seek More Assistance
Being a caregiver can be difficult, tiring, but most of all rewarding. Caregivers are often thrown into this role due to an unforeseen...
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Melrose Meadows
Nov 27, 20202 min read
To Rent or Own: Home Repairs Can Cost You Savings and Sanity
Uh-oh! You come home from a weekend with your family and the house is freezing. It’s not just the pilot light – it’s your 15- year old...
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Melrose Meadows
Nov 6, 20203 min read
How to Talk to Your Parent About Assisted Living
The pandemic is still active, so chances are seniors and their families haven’t seen much of each other lately. No one wants to be...
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Melrose Meadows
Sep 24, 20203 min read
Level of Care Series: When Assisted Living Makes Sense
As a wise person once said, “Getting older ain’t for sissies.” Things you used to be able to do with no problem may start becoming a...
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Melrose Meadows
Sep 18, 20204 min read
Level of Care Series: Why Independent Living?
Let’s say you’re an older adult who loves to get out and do things. Spend time with friends. Enjoy dining in restaurants, heading off on...
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Melrose Meadows
Aug 26, 20203 min read
Money Talks: Resources for Funding Your Senior Living Lifestyle
Money Talks: Resources for Funding Your Senior Living Lifestyle Real talk time: senior living comes with a price tag (as you already...
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Melrose Meadows
Aug 18, 20203 min read
A Day in the Life of an Assisted Living Resident at Melrose
We get a lot of questions from visitors and potential residents when they’re looking into assisted living options. Beyond the expected...
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