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Exciting Activities and Things To Do With Grandkids
Spending time with your grandkids is a wonderful way to create meaningful memories and strengthen your bond. Whether you enjoy indoor or outdoor activities, there are countless things to do with grandkids that can bring joy and excitement to your time together. At The...
Eating in Season and Style at The Merion
At The Merion, we believe in the power of seasonal eating to promote health and well-being among our residents. Embracing the flavors of each season not only adds variety and freshness to meals but also offers numerous nutritional benefits. Uwe Wilshusen, chef at The...
What Are the Health Benefits of Walking for Seniors?
As we age, staying active becomes increasingly important for maintaining good health and overall well-being. While there are many forms of exercise, walking stands out as a simple yet highly effective activity, particularly for seniors. In this blog, we’ll...
Top 9 Books on Aging Well
Aging is a natural part of life’s journey, yet it’s a stage often met with uncertainty and apprehension. However, with the right knowledge, resources, and mindset, aging can be embraced as a time of growth, vitality, and fulfillment. As the saying goes,...
The Best Places To Shop Local in and Around Evanston
It is no secret that Evanston is one of the best cities in the Chicagoland area. Just fifteen miles north of downtown Chicago, it has been named in the Top 100 Best Places to Live in the U.S. for 2023. The city’s vibrant cultural scene, accessible public...
Lifelong Learning Programs for Seniors
Learning is a rewarding and invigorating experience no matter how old you are. Now that you’ve reached retirement age, the opportunity to learn is even greater due to more free time – and at The Merion, we make it even easier to access many lifelong learning...
What Is the Best Age to Move Into Independent Living?
 Embarking on the journey of retirement opens doors to new possibilities and leaves many seniors with questions about their future, chief among them being what is the best age to move into independent living. Here, we explore the multifaceted advantages of...
Explore the Five-Star Dining Program at The Merion
Nestled in the heart of Evanston, The Merion, a vibrant senior living community, offers a dining experience that goes far beyond the ordinary. With a commitment to providing residents with superb culinary delights, The Merion has elevated dining into a true art form. ...
Retired Reverend Don Baker: A Lifetime of Impact Extends to The Merion
Meet Reverend Don Baker, a distinguished senior residing at The Merion in Evanston, whose legacy of impact spans over four decades. In 1971, he founded Youth Organizations Umbrella (Y.O.U.), a program aimed at supporting marginalized youth, leaving an indelible mark...
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...