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Capturing the pulse of our senior living community, our blog shares noteworthy community news, a peek at the people who live and work here, healthy living tips for seniors and more.

If you’re considering moving to a Life Plan Community, check out our helpful resources including downloadable checklists and guides as well as blog posts on a variety of topics from downsizing to contracts.

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The Comfort and Peace of Breath Prayers

There are many ways to pray, but breath prayers are among the easiest and most natural. They make you more
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Six Tips for Managing Stress

Learn about the negative effects of stress and six tips you can follow to manage your stress to live a
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Meet Mary Ann Costin, Director of Communications and PR

Learn about Mary Ann Costin, who is a Carroll County resident and Howard County native, as she talks about her
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COVID-19 Clinics Result in Over 95% of Residents Vaccinated

After four COVID-19 clinics, over 90% of CLV residents are vaccinated making the community one of the safest places to
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How to Make An African Violet Planter

Director of Life Enrichment Annie Wantz shows you step-by-step how to put together this beautiful African violet planter, just in
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What’s Cooking? Chocolate

Learn about chocolate from our dietician including where it originates, how it's made, varieties and possible health benefits.
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How to Freeze and Store Oranges

Frozen oranges will stay fresh for six months to a year. Learn how to freeze oranges peeled, unpeeled, sliced or
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What’s Cooking? Winter Vegetables!

Learn about seasonal winter vegetables from our Dietician Carol Valle, including their nutritional value and how to cook them.
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What’s Cooking? Holiday Spices

Learn about spices commonly used in holiday dishes, including the spices that make up pumpkin pie spice. Our Dietician Carol