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Red Cedars Assisted Living at Cottage Grove Place Redefines Life for Residents. New program helps residents preserve their lifestyle in a stylish setting.  Cedar Rapids, IA—Cottage Grove Place, a longtime staple of Cedar Rapids, has officially launched Red Cedars Assisted Living at Cottage Grove Place. Red Cedars is focused on maintaining independence as residents age.… Continue reading Red Cedars Assisted Living at Cottage Grove Place Redefines Life for Residents

Choosing a retirement community is a big deal. Read our list of important questions to ask to ensure you get all of the information you need.

Retirement communities offer activities that will help people stay active and engaged in life. Ready or not, the holidays are quickly approaching — this means spending quality time with loved ones. For those who have a close friend or family member who resides in assisted living, it’s important to find ways to include them in… Continue reading Ways to Celebrate the Holidays with Loved Ones in Assisted Living

Just because you live at Cottage Grove Place doesn’t mean you can’t roam the planet, too! Read about these world-traveling seniors who have seen it all.

Living in a retirement community gives residents the option to enjoy daily exercise, entertainment and various activities. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths and misconceptions about retirement communities. We plan to help set the record straight with this article. Here are the 5 most common misconceptions about retirement communities: Myth #1: Retirement communities are… Continue reading Retirement Communities Are Not Nursing Homes: Common Myths and Misconceptions About Retirement Communities

The decision to place a loved one in the care of another is undoubtedly one of the most difficult you’ll face. We’ve put together information and advice to help you navigate the choices you face, equipping your family with the knowledge they need.

Many responsibilities may fall on your shoulders as you help take care of an elderly parent or grandparent. These responsibilities can include anything from paying bills and grocery shopping to moving them into another home. If you’re at the point of needing to downsize and move a loved one, it is undoubtedly a stressful process.

There’s no hiding the fact that America’s Greatest Generation is aging, a fact we must face head on as they did with the many challenges they faced. There’s also no denying we want to keep each family member around as long as possible, and as mobile as possible while they are still with us.

Your parents raised you and protected you as a child. Now the tables have turned. As they age, your parents may require a new level of care from you. If you or their spouse cannot provide that type of care in the home, it may be time to consider assisted living.