Welcome to this special episode where we move the focus away from the caregiver and shake things up a bit.
Meet Bobette, Joanna, Lorena, Molly, Joyce, James, Duane and Roni. These vibrant, plucky seniors are enjoying life at Covenant Living at Mt. Miguel retirement village in San Diego county. Accomplished, creative, energetic folks who managed to avoid sandwiching their kids by making their own decision to secure their future care through a three-tiered community that goes from independent living to assisted living to skilled nursing.
Their stories are relatable, honest, humble and completely dispel the stereotypes we harbor about what a retirement home is. As a matter of fact, they don't use the word 'home' rather they are a village who look after each other, stay connected through all levels of care and provide peace of mind for their family knowing they are in a safe, stimulating environment that offers many activities and camaraderie they wouldn't otherwise get living with their children.
It was an honor to meet them.
https://www.covlivingmountmiguel.org
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Music by Pixaby
Illustration by Erica Karlin Studio
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