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Cognitive Reserve: Are you building it - or spending it?
December 29, 2025

Cognitive reserve helps explain why some people show no dementia symptoms during life despite having Alzheimer’s-related brain changes. Their brains are able to compensate for damage through stronger mental resilience built over time. Research from Harvard Medical School highlights six behaviors that support cognitive

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Proactive Aging Versus Reactive Aging- Which Approach is Best? Ask yourself these 3 Questions!
June 17, 2025

Some personalities are prone to think ahead and behave proactively while others prefer to face life as it comes with a more reactive approach. You might argue that different approaches are appropriate given the context of the decision at hand. While that might be true in a general sense, which approach is best

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Does Moving to a Retirement Community Make $ense? Top Four questions you should ask yourself.
February 28, 2024

With so much to consider in the future, and so many options to sort through, it's no surprise that many seniors report feeling paralyzed by the enormity of this decision. Let's explore the six questions you should ask yourself to better understand what might make the most sense for you.

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Is it time to move Mom to Assisted Living? Top 10 Things to Look for During Your Holiday Visit
November 7, 2023

Mom reports that she is doing fine, but there is a feeling in the pit of your stomach that her day-to-day quality of life isn't what it should be. Is it time to move to an Assisted Living Community?

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Story of a Hero
August 23, 2024

Current resident of Fort Worth senior living community, Stevenson Oaks, Bill McIntyre, 104, shares his unique WW2 story.

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Carrying the Torch- Stevenson Oaks elder is a proud Athlete in the National Senior Games
June 25, 2024

Ed Roberts of Stevenson Oaks found his passion for the organization when he first volunteered in 1994 at the Texas State Senior Games. Then, he got involved at the national level as a member of the Qualification and Results Entry Quality Team.

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Blanketing Fort Worth with Love
March 13, 2024

Residents at Stevenson Oaks coordinate an effort to send love to children in need.

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A Field of Dreams
March 9, 2024

Residents of Stevenson Oaks planted bluebonnet seeds in the community's surrounding field, hoping for a field of flowers this spring.

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Taking a Tour of Stevenson Oaks
November 16, 2022

Upon entering the lovely 20-acre campus, you’ll be awestruck by the stone accented building with four stories of residential living apartments, each with their own balcony to enjoy views of Fort Worth’s sunrises or sunsets.

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How to Pay for an Assisted Living Community
September 15, 2022

When you’re trying to figure out the cost of Assisted Living, it’s stressful to sort through the abundance of information and industry jargon on the internet. Especially when you’re on a fixed income. That’s why our experts at Stevenson Oaks Retirement Community put together this quick guide on how to pay

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What Are The Differences Between a Life Plan Community and a Rental Community?
September 2, 2022

You’re ready to leave the responsibility of homeownership behind and enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle at a senior living community. However, sorting through all the jargon on the internet can make the path to your new home a little difficult.  Life Plan Community vs. a rental retirement community

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How Is an Assisted Living Community Different from a Nursing Home?
August 9, 2022

It’s not uncommon for seniors to need a helping hand as they get older. In fact, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, someone turning 65 today has a 70% chance of needing some form of long-term care. But the type of care seniors require can vary. Senior living encompasses a spectrum …

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