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Celebrating 30 Years of Serving with Purpose
Christwood opened its doors in May 1996 as the first continuing care retirement community on the Northshore. Founded with a vision to create a community where older adults could thrive with dignity, security, and purpose, Christwood has grown over the past 30 years…
Welcome Jeff Sianko, our new Chief Executive Officer
We’re pleased to announce that Jeff Sianko has joined Christwood as Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Jeff will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction across the organization including the implementation of key strategic objectives and…
Brush Up on Fun With Senior Painting
Many older adults discover the joy of painting later in life, even after achieving success in other fields. Grandma Moses began painting in her 70s when arthritis ended her embroidery work, and her folk art gained international recognition. Charles Darwin shifted from…
What Is a CCRC?
When considering retirement living options, it’s essential to find a community that will support your needs both now and in the future. After all, the cost of aging can weigh heavily on seniors, and understanding how to best maximize retirement savings is key in…
What is Independent Living?
Independent living at Christwood Retirement Community in Covington, LA, offers seniors a vibrant and engaging lifestyle within a picturesque 117-acre setting surrounded by lush greenery and immersed in Southern charm. As a premier senior living community, Christwood…
What Is “Assisted Living” and What Does it Provide?
Assisted Living Facts Senior communities that offer assisted living as one of their care levels provide a wide range of services and amenities designed to meet the unique needs of seniors who require assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) while still…
Ageless Adventures: Travel Safety Tips for On-the-Go Seniors
Whether you’re gearing up to cross the bridge for the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, jet-setting overseas on a European tour for seniors, heading over to the Northshore Garden & Plant Show or strolling the Covington Farmers Market with friends, a change…
Cards Games and Camaraderie: A Winning Combination for Older Adults
Whether you’re looking for a solo activity or a way to connect with friends and family, card games and older adults make a winning hand. Card games aren’t just a form of entertainment; they offer a wide range of benefits, from mental stimulation to social connections….
Music Keeps Seniors Thriving in the Rhythm of Life
Music is a timeless source of joy in life’s grand symphony, transcending age and connecting hearts. Every genre, from soulful blues to rhythmic jazz, weaves a tapestry of emotions, uniting us, soothing spirits and igniting inspiration to complete life’s soundtrack….
Celebrating 30 Years of Serving with Purpose
Christwood opened its doors in May 1996 as the first continuing care retirement community on the Northshore. Founded with a vision to create a community where older adults could thrive with dignity, security, and purpose, Christwood has grown over the past 30 years…
Welcome Jeff Sianko, our new Chief Executive Officer
We’re pleased to announce that Jeff Sianko has joined Christwood as Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Jeff will be responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction across the organization including the implementation of key strategic objectives and…
Brush Up on Fun With Senior Painting
Many older adults discover the joy of painting later in life, even after achieving success in other fields. Grandma Moses began painting in her 70s when arthritis ended her embroidery work, and her folk art gained international recognition. Charles Darwin shifted from…
What Is a CCRC?
When considering retirement living options, it’s essential to find a community that will support your needs both now and in the future. After all, the cost of aging can weigh heavily on seniors, and understanding how to best maximize retirement savings is key in…
What is Independent Living?
Independent living at Christwood Retirement Community in Covington, LA, offers seniors a vibrant and engaging lifestyle within a picturesque 117-acre setting surrounded by lush greenery and immersed in Southern charm. As a premier senior living community, Christwood…
What Is “Assisted Living” and What Does it Provide?
Assisted Living Facts Senior communities that offer assisted living as one of their care levels provide a wide range of services and amenities designed to meet the unique needs of seniors who require assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) while still…
Ageless Adventures: Travel Safety Tips for On-the-Go Seniors
Whether you’re gearing up to cross the bridge for the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, jet-setting overseas on a European tour for seniors, heading over to the Northshore Garden & Plant Show or strolling the Covington Farmers Market with friends, a change…
Cards Games and Camaraderie: A Winning Combination for Older Adults
Whether you’re looking for a solo activity or a way to connect with friends and family, card games and older adults make a winning hand. Card games aren’t just a form of entertainment; they offer a wide range of benefits, from mental stimulation to social connections….
Music Keeps Seniors Thriving in the Rhythm of Life
Music is a timeless source of joy in life’s grand symphony, transcending age and connecting hearts. Every genre, from soulful blues to rhythmic jazz, weaves a tapestry of emotions, uniting us, soothing spirits and igniting inspiration to complete life’s soundtrack….
What Is “Assisted Living” and What Does it Provide?
Assisted Living Facts Senior communities that offer assisted living as one of their care levels provide a wide range of services and amenities designed to meet the unique needs of seniors who require assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) while still…
One of the Key Benefits of Living in a Retirement Community: Plentiful Opportunities to Make New Friends
If you’re middle-aged or older, or you have a parent who’s considered a senior, you may have noticed there’s been a lot in the news about the negative impact loneliness and isolation has on older adults. Recently, more research has focused on how social factors affect…
5 Reasons to Make Your CCRC Move Sooner Than Later
Our 2019 myLifeSite Consumer Survey uncovered a lot of interesting information about prospective residents of continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs, or life plan communities). One of the questions that I thought was particularly revealing was about people’s…
Understanding the Basics of Senior Living and Retirement Communities
With all the options there are for senior living in Louisiana, it can be a challenge to decide where you want to live — or which one would help your loved one enjoy a better quality of life. In this blog post, we’ll provide basic descriptions of the different types of…
Debunking the Myths About Senior Living
Senior Living Communities Are Much More Than a Place to Live. If you’ve spent any time looking at communities or their websites, then you probably already have a feel for the kind of lifestyle that’s available in many communities. Those like ours that offer a full…
A Closer Look at CCRC Entry Fees
You’ve made the decision that you want to move to a continuing care retirement community (CCRC, also called a life plan community) in or around Covington, Louisiana. You’ve crunched the numbers and can afford the monthly service fee, which, according to 2019 NIC guide…
Senior Living Reduces Health Risks Associated With Loneliness and Social Isolation
Have you ever noticed how much a heartfelt laugh with a friend can make you feel better? Over the last couple of decades, many studies have shown that our emotions, both positive and negative, can affect our physical and mental health. But less is known about the role…
4 Ways CCRCs Help Seniors Stay Healthy
According to the Central Intelligence Agency’s (CIA’s) World Factbook, which tracks life expectancy at birth for every country in the world, revealed a surprising truth: In 2022, with a life expectancy of 80.59 years, the United States was only ranked 46 out of 226…
Wondering How Long the Northshore Real Estate Market Will Stay Strong? Here’s What a Local Expert Says
If you’ve been thinking about making that change and moving to a retirement community like Christwood, you may have been keeping an eye on the local Northshore real estate market. If so, then you know that it’s definitely a “seller’s market,” like most other markets…