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The Merion’s Art Exhibit showcases The Hands of Life Display
It’s said that you can tell a lot about a person and the life they’ve lived just by looking at their hands. This very thought caused Isaac Gadsden to create a unique photographic exhibit that showcases the hands of his neighbors at The Merion senior living community...
Tips for Talking to a Parent About Senior Living
Having just celebrated Mother’s Day and with Father’s Day fast approaching, you may be spending time with a parent and consequently thinking about their living situation. You may wonder what other options are available to them as they age, and what options allow your...
Signs and Solutions for Spousal Caregiver Burnout
We promise to be there for our partner “in sickness and in health,” so when one partner’s health declines and they need someone to care for them, the other spouse rises to the occasion to become a caregiver. While caregiving for a spouse is an admirable expression of...
Independent Living Services, Amenities, and Wellness Programming at The Merion
At The Merion, we understand how important it is to choose the right senior living community. One of the most critical factors to consider is what options each community offers in terms of services, amenities, and wellness programming. Independent living is the most...
The Merion’s Senior Wildcats Cheerleading in Their 80s
In the past, Leigh Bailey would exercise by lacing up her shoes and running miles in hopes of winning the gold as she crossed the marathon finish line. This year, the 83-year-old found herself exercising in a new way, by grabbing her pompoms and joining the popular...
Money Matters: The Financial Benefits of The Merion
In contrast to buy-in communities, rental senior living communities like The Merion in Evanston, IL, offer a lease-based living option with far more flexibility, advantages and amenities than you may have expected. While there are many, here are five distinct...
Is 2023 the Year You Make the Move to Senior Living?
What are your goals for this new year? Whether it’s your goal to get healthy, develop a more positive mindset, get your finances in order, make new friends, or live more carefree, there’s one solution that can easily help: a move to a senior living community. Reasons...
Tips To Reduce Holiday Loneliness for Seniors
The holiday season is a special time of year. It’s when you can gather with family and friends to reminisce, make new memories, and share in all the gifts of love. But for many seniors, it’s common to feel lonely or depressed during the holiday season, whether...
Why Chicago, IL, Seniors Should Move to Senior Living Before Winter Hits
If you’ve been considering senior living, you might want to make moving to a community a priority, particularly as the harsh Chicago winter approaches.
Lifelong Learning at The Merion
Discover the lifelong learning opportunities to be found at The Merion, a rental senior living community.