After a year of having to decline requests for community tours, we are very happy to announce that we are once again able to offer public visits. In accordance with the Maine CDC guidelines, individuals who would like to schedule a tour must have completed their COVID vaccination series at least two weeks prior, will be prescreened at our door, wear a face covering and maintain 6-foot social distancing.
There are many wonderful benefits to consider Maine for active, independent retirement living – fresh air, unique local culture, nature trails and hikes seemingly around every corner, and the city of Portland, which has a downtown made for walking and a food scene like no other. But did you know that living in the Portland Maine area may actually help you live longer?
Learn more about longevity “Blue Zones” and all the age-forward health benefits that living in Maine can offer! Read more
There are wonderful advantages to volunteering as a senior – especially now, when life is challenging for so many. Not only are you giving back to your community, but studies have shown that those who volunteer may even experience an improvement in their mental health! Given the current pandemic, it may not always be safe to do so in person, which is why finding virtual ways to volunteer is a great way to get involved and stay active in your retirement. Virtual volunteers are just as appreciated (and just as necessary!) as those who volunteer in person.
If you are interested in giving back but aren’t sure where to begin, keep reading 6 virtual ways to volunteer this year! Read more
OceanView’s Fitness Team is very excited to welcome our residents (safely) to the new Hager Fitness Pavilion, where they are able to teach classes and personal train using the endless possibilities of the new equipment and their professional expertise.
If you are looking for last-minute gift ideas, there is no better way to fulfill the wishes of your loved ones than by shopping locally. This is a great way to give back to the community of small businesses that Maine is known for and makes it easy to find something for everyone. Keep reading for some of our favorite local stores to shop local in Maine! Read more
We are very excited to announce the completion of our 4,000 square-foot state-of-the art fitness facility, proudly named after Myron and Gladys Hager, who were the first residents to move into our community when it was founded in 1986!
Talking with a loved one about making the move to an assisted living community can be tricky, but it doesn’t have to be stressful. There are so many incredible benefits to this transition: safety and security, maintenance-free living, delicious dining options, and endless social activities to choose from. But by far, the most profound advantage is that your loved one will be able to truly live life to the fullest and enjoy their golden years the way they should be enjoyed – without stress or worry, just relaxation and enjoyment.
Below, we’ve put together some tips to help you have this conversation in a respectful, productive and loving way. Read more
At OceanView, we understand the monumental significance of retirement. It’s a time to prioritize your relaxation and enjoyment after many hard-earned years of working. It means you can enjoy complete freedom to live the way you want to! When taking the next step of moving into an active retirement community, it’s important for your physical and mental health to try and stay as stress-free as possible – after all, isn’t that what retirement is about?
Below, we’ve put together some ways that living in an active senior living community like OceanView at Falmouth helps you stay stress-free! Read more
Our ever-creative Activities staff decided to try hosting mini “pop-up concerts.” Held in open spaces with limited seating and performance times, these concerts allowed our residents to enjoy live music, all while remaining safety distanced.
If you’re considering a move into an active retirement living retirement community, the final step before shifting into this new, exciting chapter of your life is to prepare your home for sale and downsizing. While it’s not a feat that can be done in a day, you don’t need to feel overwhelmed – coming up with a plan will allow you to make the move smooth and stress-free! To make it even easier, we’ve put together a guide to use as your starting point. Here are several tips and tricks to help you plan.
Having appliances included when selling your house – especially appliances in tip-top working condition – are a huge selling point. Alternatively, attempting to sell a house with appliances that aren’t working can be challenging. Test your appliances to make sure everything is functioning as it should.
Decluttering is beneficial in so many ways. Not only is it therapeutic to lighten the load of belongings that have undoubtedly built up over the years, but it can make your move that much easier when you do downsize. Plus, it will make your home more desirable to potential buyers if you plan to have an open house.
Don’t forget about the outside of your home! This is the first thing potential buyers will see, you’ll want it to exude curb appeal, so prepare by handling any external fixes needed. It’s a great time to tackle any to-do items you may have been putting off, such as repairing shutters, applying a fresh coat of paint, or cleaning up the yard and landscaping.
If you are planning to move in the near future, it’s best not to put a ton of money into the home you are about to sell. That said, making smaller, inexpensive upgrades can be a wonderful way to increase value in your home and make it more attractive to potential buyers. Even something as minor as new hardware will show that a little can go a long way!
There’s no better way to show off what a beautiful home you have than with high-quality interior and exterior photos! Have a knack for photography? Test your hand at taking the photos yourself for a fun side project! If you’re unsure, leave it to the professionals to photograph your home in the best possible way.
If you’re thinking about selling your home and downsizing, don’t stress! The tips above will help you prepare you move forward with this exciting new chapter of your life as you prepare to move into an active retirement living community.
At OceanView by Falmouth, our retirement community offers cottages and apartments as unique as the residents that live in them. Each home is designed to promote an active, bustling lifestyle while making your day-to-day as easy and enjoyable as possible. Leave behind the stresses of home ownership, such as maintenance, upkeep and expensive upgrades, with peace of mind for the future. OceanView is truly retirement living for the 21st century! To learn more about our wonderful independent living community, please contact us today!
