Finances as it Affects Seniors Housing Decisions
By Rusty Blix, Founder
Alderman Oaks Retirement Center
Today, as I am writing, the stock market is down over 3%, about 900 points In my last blog I wrote about the accepted model that financial advisors always preach, “less and less risk as investors get older”. I understand that there are those fortunate people who have plenty
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The Very Active Local Housing Market Is a Great Opportunity to Transition into Senior Housing!
By Rusty Blix, Founder
Alderman Oaks Retirement Center
When the Covid-19 Virus first hit, housing sales stagnated. It appeared that there was a real chance that the housing market would freeze as it did in the great recession of 2008-2010. Now, at least for a short time, the housing market nationally (and in Sarasota) has opened
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What Will the Future Look Like for Assisted Living After the Worst of the Pandemic
By Rusty Blix, Founder
Alderman Oaks Retirement Residence
We hear through media that an effective vaccination needs to be available before everyone will be safe and the virus emergency is behind us. It would be great if an effective vaccine were developed, but experts say that there is no guarantee that one will ever be available. Viruses
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How Alderman Oaks is Coping with the Coronavirus Pandemic
By Rusty Blix, Founder
Alderman Oaks Retirement Residence
During these unsettling times we have had to be adaptable, creative, flexible, and resourceful to respond to the challenges of the Coronavirus. The unusual circumstances have tested our resolve but our unwavering faith and great group of staff and outside professionals place us in a position to continue serving
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Get Relief With Medical Marijuana
Our thanks to Dr. Steven Reichbach and Lolita Reichbach of the Gulf Coast Ketamine Center for providing an update on Medical Marijuana.
INTERESTING BACKGROUND AND INFORMATION ABOUT MEDICAL MARIJUANA
A BRIEF HISTORY OF CANNABIS
– Has been used for over 4000 years
– Used by many cultures and religions for medicinal purposes
– In the US in 1940’s called “Reefer
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- Loving, caring ownership and staff
- Services catering to different lifestyle needs
- Active Resident Council and Committees
- Located in "Heart" of Downtown Sarasota
- Regular Spiritual Opportunities
- Flexible Transportation
- Exercises, health diets, and access to an on-site Wellness Center
- Weekly Happy Hour with Live Entertainment (We dance!)
- Just Around the Corner From the Friendship Center
- Rental Only Apartments (No buy-in required)
- Choice of studio, one bedroom, or two bedroom Floor Plans
- Able to transition into Assisted Living if needed