RESOURCES

Senior Living Resources to Help Guide You On This Journey

Navigating this senior living journey can feel overwhelming, but we're here to help. Our resources provide valuable insights, guides, and expert advice to support you and your family at every step.

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A senior couple saving money after maximizing their social security benefits.
Finances

How to Maximize Social Security Benefits

October 18, 2023
Quick Summary: Getting the most from Social Security requires strategic planning around timing, work history, and claiming options. This post…
National Church Residences’ Lennox House
News

National Church Residences Announces Affordable Housing Finance Magazine Reader’s Choice Award for first RAD for PRAC in Texas

October 13, 2023
First RAD for PRAC Community in the State Wins in Preservation Category GRAND PRAIRIE, TX – Affordable Housing Finance Magazine…
A group of senior men tending to a garden – one of the senior living amenities in their community.
Housing

Top Senior Living Amenities to Consider When Choosing a Retirement Community

October 10, 2023
Quick Summary: Today’s senior living communities offer far more than basic care—from wellness centers and dining options to outdoor spaces,…
An elderly man shrugs in frustration from having to deal with elder fraud.
Emotional Wellbeing

Common Senior Citizen Scams: What They Are and How to Avoid Them

October 10, 2023
Quick Summary: Seniors lose more than $3 billion annually to elder fraud. This post identifies eight of the most common…
Meetings with Chaplain Girdley and the KFOR NATO Chaplain Team.
News

Cooperation Without Compromise

October 10, 2023
In May of 2023, the final episode of Ted Lasso dropped on Apple TV. If you made the journey through…
Damita Brown
News

Employee Spotlight: Chief Diversity Officer Damita Brown

October 9, 2023
At the heart of every National Church Residences community is a group of people dedicated to improving the lives of…
First Community Village Celebrates Diamond Anniversary with Vintage Car Show and Garden Dedication
News

First Community Village Celebrates Diamond Anniversary with Vintage Car Show and Garden Dedication

October 5, 2023
COLUMBUS, Ohio ­– National Church Residences’ First Community Village (FCV) celebrated summer’s end and the community’s 60th anniversary with a…
Digital Inclusion Week
News

National Church Residences Helps Seniors Gain Access to Affordable Internet Though State Grant

October 3, 2023
One of 10 statewide enrollment events to be held during Digital Inclusion Week bridging the gap for older adults who…
An older woman practicing sun safety for seniors.
Healthcare

Sun Safety for Seniors: 10 Tips to Protect Yourself

August 31, 2023
Quick Summary: Seniors face heightened risks from sun overexposure, including skin damage, heat-related illness, and worsened eye conditions. This post…
An older woman has finished writing a will and is reviewing it for common mistakes.
Healthcare

Writing a Will: Best Practices and Common Mistakes

August 16, 2023
Quick Summary: Less than half of Americans have a will, leaving families to navigate a complex and emotionally difficult process…
A happy older man drinking from a bottle of water after learning about the importance of hydration for seniors.
Healthcare

How to Stay Hydrated: 7 Helpful Tips for Seniors

August 11, 2023
Quick Summary: Dehydration is a serious and common risk for older adults, affecting up to 40% of seniors, many of…
A senior man is using his tablet to check his place on the senior living waitlist.
Housing

Senior Housing Waitlist: How They Work and Best Practices

August 11, 2023
Quick Summary: Senior housing waitlists are increasingly common, and wait times can stretch for years depending on community type, location,…