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lakefront retirement communities offer more benefits than a great view

The Perks of Lakefront Retirement Communities

Imagine waking up to the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan every day. There’s a cool breeze, and the blue water reaches the horizon. Living in areas considered prime real estate…

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Giving Thanks for Diversity & Inclusion This Holiday Season

The holiday season stirs up favorite memories and makes thankfulness top of mind. As we gather in groups big or small throughout the coming weeks, the universal theme of gratitude…

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Life at The Admiral: The Ultimate Chicago Senior Living Experience

There are several great reasons why The Admiral at the Lake is often described as “elevated senior living on Chicago’s lakefront.”    First, our beautiful and intelligently designed full-service retirement community…

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Staffers, older LGBT residents establish ties at The Admiral at The Lake

Before Ken Irvine moved to the senior living community The Admiral at The Lake, he was an expert at maneuvering conversations so people wouldn’t find out he was gay. “Back…

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Chicago Holiday Activities for Seniors

As the holidays approach and as the weather gets chillier, older adults in Chicago and surrounding areas have lots of options for making the most of the season.  You might…

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The Best of Both Worlds: Waterfront Retirement in the City

The Admiral at the Lake offers the best of both worlds—an active, urban setting in an iconic city AND a location on Chicago’s famous lakefront. As residents of a waterfront…

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Andersonville: Our Top Picks to Explore In the Neighborhood

“What is the community like around The Admiral at the Lake?”

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Community Spotlight: Get to Know our CFO, Dan Churchill

Since 2012, Dan Churchill, Chief Financial Officer at The Admiral at the Lake, enjoys the work that he does for the community and treasures the time he spends with the…

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My Chicago: Delicious Chicago Foods You Must Experience

There’s always something good cooking in Chicago! With over 7,300 restaurants in a city that is known for its cultural diversity, there are so many food options to choose from.…

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