
What Are Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs)?
Instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs) are activities that you complete to live a high-quality and independent life. Different from activities of daily living (ADLs) which are daily tasks necessary…
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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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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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The Admiral at the Lake Tests ‘Servi,’ a Food Service Robot
June 11, 2021—”We have had an overwhelmingly positive response from the residents,” said Dan Burns, Director of Culinary Services at The Admiral at the Lake.
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Senior Housing News spotlights The Admiral at the Lake’s Strategic Plan
June 24, 2019—The Admiral at the Lake’s strategic planning process is the focus of a feature article posted Friday, June 21, by Senior Housing News. Titled “High-Rise CCRC The Admiral…
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Admiral IT Director Honored by LeadingAge Illinois
April 29, 2019—At its annual meeting the first week in April, LeadingAge Illinois presented its Strive and Thrive Award to Akintunde Littlejohn, The Admiral at the Lake’s Information Technology Director.…
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What is Independent Living at The Admiral?
Do you envision your retirement years to be relaxing, with plenty of time to do the things you want to do? After all, that’s what you have been working toward…
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4 Ways Older Adults Can Use the Amazon Echo
Smart speakers are all the rage. Some people have embraced the new technology, while others have shied away from it, not knowing how these devices can assist them with everyday…
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Sharpen Your Cooking Skills With These Tips
“No one is born a great cook. One learns by doing.” – Julia Child Perhaps you’re a veritable celebrity chef, renowned for your signature towering soufflé and perfect Baked Alaska.…
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