When most people dream about retirement, they look forward to the end of their working career. But…retirement isn’t just about the end of your working life. It’s the beginning of the rest of your life! Retirement can be the beginning of… New hobbies. Or at least jump-starting the ones that you already have. Dust off… [Read More]
The Joys of Downsizing and Cottage Living
It doesn’t take long to hear from seniors who move into the cottages at Pickering Manor: “I love it here! My only regret is that I did not move here sooner!” Why don’t seniors move in sooner? One of the things that hold seniors back from deciding to move to a cottage is the seemingly… [Read More]
The Comfort and Elegance of Cottage Living
I am excessively fond of a cottage; there is always so much comfort, so much elegance about them. –Jane Austen, Sense and Sensibility Although Pickering Manor has several different living options for residents ranging from independent living apartments to Personal Care, we agree with Jane Austen’s sentiment and remain excessively fond of our cottages. Our… [Read More]
6 Myths about Senior Living Dispelled by Pickering Manor
When you first hear the term “senior living,” what comes to mind? Many times the first image that comes to mind is lying helplessly in a hospital bed. This image is so far removed from the realities of what senior living really can be! Let’s examine some of the myths about senior living and find… [Read More]
Benefits of Socialization for Seniors
When your loved one lives at Pickering Manor, you can be sure that not only is your loved one safe, but they have a wide variety of opportunities for socialization. Socialization is vital for the health and well-being of all people, but especially for the elderly. Without regular social interaction, seniors can slip into overwhelming… [Read More]
