Today’s senior living communities bear little resemblance to their ancestors. Communities serving the contemporary aging population are far less transactional and significantly more lifestyle oriented than they once were. Many of these communities are designed to cater to distinct segments of older adults, ultimately offering a more personalized continuum of care with services that address…
Author: Ken Oliver
Enjoy the Simple Pleasures of Summer in a Life Plan Community
When you’re retired, every day might feel a bit like summer vacation, but you’re not alone if you still look forward to the warmer months like a kid ready to splash away the school year. Summer offers nearly endless options for passing your time — and extra daylight hours to pack in all the fun….
Budget Breakdown:The Cost of Independent Living in Oklahoma City
By the time you retire, you may have decades of savings based on rough estimates of projected living expenses. However, with retirement approaching (or perhaps already upon you), you’ll likely want a more concrete idea of your ongoing monthly budget as you settle into this next stage of life. As you weigh options such as…
Smooth Summer Moves: Tips for Transitioning to Independent Living
Preparing yourself or a loved one for a big move like transitioning to independent living can be equally exciting and overwhelming. There are many practical reasons why summer is an ideal time to plan a big move. This summer, our expert team at Epworth Villa is sharing some helpful tips for a smooth process, including…
The Epworth Experience
Residents Don and Gail Frost As part of the Epworth Villa community for more than eight years, Don and Gail Frost know just about everything there is to know about this community. We talked to them about how they chose Epworth, and what their experience here has been like over the years. Tell us about…
The Epworth Experience
Staff Member Angela Shaw The sense of community here at Epworth Villa isn’t limited just to our residents. Staff members across our campus are an important part of the Epworth experience. We sat down with Epworth Villa’s Certified Dietary Manager to talk about her day-to-day experiences at Epworth and why she sees this community as…
The Epworth Experience
Resident Elaine Transeau While Elaine moved to Epworth in October 2020, her connection to our community goes back further, all the way to 2011. We talked to her about her life here at Epworth Villa. What was your first impression of Epworth Villa?In 2011, I began looking for senior living options in the region because…
The Epworth Experience
Family Member Chris Griffith Chris Griffith is the adult son of Sandy Ross, one of Epworth Villa’s newer residents who is a key part of our community already. We spoke with Chris recently about Epworth Villa, his experience with our community, and much more. Here is a recap of that conversation. How has your experience…
