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We’re in the midst of a seller’s market in the housing industry. A recent poll of property analysts found that house prices in the United States are expected to climb in double digits in 2022. If you’ve been thinking about moving to a senior living community, now is the perfect time to sell your home. …
This Earth Day and every day, all human beings have a responsibility to protect, care for and better the world in which we live. As Richmond, VA’s, forward-thinking senior living community, Lakewood has already adopted a number of eco-friendly programs, policies and projects to help create a more green senior living environment. We’ve already taken …
It’s tea time at Lakewood as residents tasted tea on April 6. The tasting was all part of a spring-long event series featuring the hot drink. On April 4, residents decorated hats, bonnets and fascinators in preparation for the tasting. Then, more than 40 participants donned the headpieces and took to the terrace for afternoon …
On March 1, Jim and Cheryl Rothschild spent the morning packing boxes at FeedMore for distribution through Meals on Wheels. This program provides fresh, diet-specific, made-from-scratch meals to homebound seniors and disabled neighbors. “It was a very congenial group, and we had a lot of fun really while we were doing our work,” Jim said. …
Over time, simple daily tasks can become more challenging than they once were. That may be due to natural changes as you age, or it may be the result of an illness or injury. Here’s the good news: Just because you can’t do something the way you used to doesn’t mean you can’t do it …
Baylee Huber-Cohen, Kelly Poole, Jadyn Sutton and fellow Girl Scouts from Troop 5365 have been helping Lakewood residents wrap Christmas presents for the past four years. So, when the trio decided they wanted to work towards the Silver Award, partnering with the community seemed like a perfect fit. “If you do 50 hours of community …
The Summit’s library boasts more than 1,500 books, separated out into fiction, non-fiction, biographical and large print. The community librarian, Hazel Harrison, said that without a doubt, the large print selection is the most popular. “Several years ago, the Summit Library Committee started marking our large print books with a red dot on the spine. …
The Lakewood leadership team continues to thank you for your support as COVID-19 cases are reported in the community. New Positive Results to Report Are as Follows: • One independent living resident who resides in the Echo Building. Those visiting the Health Services Building are required to wear a surgical mask when visiting, and those …
Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia can progress over several years with their symptoms worsening over time. As the condition progresses, you may find it more and more difficult to talk with your loved one. In the beginning, people with dementia will be able to carry on normal conversations but may forget a word …
The Lakewood leadership team continues to thank you for your patience and understanding as COVID-19 cases are reported in the community. New Positive Results to Report Are as Follows: • One independent living resident who resides in the Amelia Building. Those visiting the Health Services Building are required to wear a surgical mask when visiting, …
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