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CULPEPPER PLACE ASSISTED LIVING BLOG 

Culpepper Place provides monthly resources on the topic of assisted living and maintaining a happy and healthy lifestyle while aging. Seniors, families, and caregivers can all benefit from reading the topics on the Culpepper Place blog.

If you’re transitioning into assisted living or know someone who is, there are plenty of posts that we’ve included that will help you and your loved one adjust with a sense of optimism. We cover topics such as how to discuss moving to an assisted living facility with your parent, the cost of in-home care v. assisted living, and how assisted living enhances quality of life. 

For caregivers, we have posts that cover caregiver guilt, dementia, and more.  

Of course, you’ll need to browse through our blog posts to find out more! We hope you enjoy reading the resources that we’ve created for you.

A senior resident looks happy and content as she knits while sitting in a room meant for pursuing hobbies.

5 Hobbies Perfect For Seniors

As we age, we tend to spend more time alone and at home. Our daily activities become more sedentary, and we may feel isolated. What can you do to stay active and engaged? Find a hobby! A hobby can help you maintain your mental, physical,

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Two elderly male residents who are laughing and smiling are having a good time being social with one another as they sit in a living area.

How Assisted Living Enhances Quality of Life

Assisted living communities help seniors stay independent. Almost half of adults ages 65 and older need some help with routine tasks like getting dressed or going to the grocery store. That’s where assisted living facilities can help.  Moving into assisted living may be hard for

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A senior resident does a crossword puzzle while she sits on an armchair in her private apartment.

Benefits Of Games On Senior Memory

As we age, we may lose our ability to remember details and events easily. It can be frustrating, even frightening, when we can’t remember things that are important to us. Often when we think about memory loss, we can’t help but think of Alzheimer’s disease.

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A resident's small pet dog sits on her lap looking into the camera while getting attention from their owner.

Benefits of Pets for Seniors

Our furry friends can improve our lives in many ways. For seniors moving into assisted living, pets can serve as both loving companions and a source of purpose. Pets encourage routine and daily activity, and they also provide many health benefits. A pet may be

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A resident sentimentally gazes upon a wallet sized photo of a military man.

Maintaining Memory While Aging

Many changes accompany aging. We may feel weaker, may experience joint pain, and we may notice that our vision and hearing are deteriorating. Our memory also changes as we age. In this blog, we discuss common signs of memory loss, ways to decrease memory loss

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