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Osborn Resident Anna Martin Shines Within the Diamond Industry and Beyond
Anna Martin holds her 2026 Diamonds Do Good Lifetime Achievement Award. The Osborn is home to an extraordinary community of residents whose wisdom, wit and passions bring energy and vibrancy to campus life. At its heart, The Osborn is about…
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Younger and Healthier Skin for Older Adults
Searching for ways to step up your skincare routine and have healthier skin? Let’s face it: Our skin changes with age. We all know that over time the skin becomes thinner, loses fat, and no longer looks as plump, vibrant,…
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Men’s Health Awareness Month
June is Men’s Health Awareness Month. In recognition of this important annual initiative, it’s a good time to provide you with some helpful information and reminders related to men’s health. Things to Know about Men’s Health According to an article featured…
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The Osborn’s Well-Rounded Approach to Wellness
Research demonstrates a powerful connection between social engagement and healthy aging, with benefits ranging from improved physical health and increased longevity to stronger emotional well-being and cognitive resilience. At The Osborn, wellness…
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The Osborn Partners with Swim Angelfish to Transform Abilities
Featured Image: Swim Angelfish co-founders Ailene Tisser, left, and Cindy Freedman with a young swimmer in their aquatic program. (Credit: Photo provided by Swim Angelfish) Community is more than a concept at…
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Resident Spotlight: Dr. Arlene McCoy on Empathy, Resilience, and Life at The Osborn
The Osborn is home to an extraordinary community of residents whose wisdom, wit and passions bring energy and vibrancy to campus life. At its heart, The Osborn is about the people who…
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Happy 80th Birthday: The Boomer Milestone That’s Reshaping Senior Living
The oldest members of the baby boom generation (those born in 1946) are turning 80 this year. While this itself is a milestone, it also ties into a bigger shift – a…
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Recognizing the Signs That It May Be Time for Home Care
For many older adults, home represents comfort, independence, and familiarity. The ability to remain in one’s own home while aging is something many people hope to maintain for as long as possible.…
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10 Tips for Siblings Making Caregiving Decisions Together
When a parent begins to need extra support, siblings often step into unfamiliar territory together. Old dynamics resurface. Emotions run high. One person may feel urgency, another hesitation. One may be hands-on…
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Heart Health: 6 Habits Seniors Should Know
Heart health is central to healthy aging. While medical advancements have improved outcomes over the decades, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. For older adults in…
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New Year’s Resolutions You’ll Actually Want to Keep
This is the time we’re all thinking about New Year’s resolutions. The start of a new year often arrives with a mix of hope and pressure. Everywhere you look, there are messages…
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Home Care Myths and Facts: How Home Care Truly Works
When families first begin thinking about home care, the questions often come quickly. Is it too soon? Will it change daily life? Does needing help mean giving something up? These thoughts are…
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7 Ways to Embrace the Joys of Aging
Aging is a natural part of life, but how we approach it can make all the difference. While society often highlights the challenges that come with growing older, there’s another side to…
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Bucket List Ideas for Your Golden Years
Your golden years are the perfect time to lean into life. You’ve raised families, built careers, and made a difference. Now it’s time to rediscover yourself. Adventures are about living boldly, saying…
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Understanding Dementia and Alzheimer’s: Signs, Stages, and Support for Families
Dementia is more than occasional forgetfulness. It involves changes in memory, thinking, and behavior that can affect how someone functions day-to-day. These changes can be unsettling, not only for the person experiencing…
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The Differences Between For-Profit and Not-For-Profit Senior Living Communities
In addition to key factors such as location, price and lifestyle, active older adults should also consider whether a senior living community is for-profit or not-for-profit. While at a glance it may…
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Continuing Care Retirement Communities
Not-for-Profit CCRCs/LPCs and Novare What’s the difference between a not-for-profit and a for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) or Life Plan Community (LPC)? Do prospective residents know the difference? Is it important? Does it…
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Celebrating Valentines Day with an Aging Loved One
Just when you think the holidays are behind us, Valentine’s Day is here! Some people think this is the most romantic day of the year. However, for others it can be a…
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National Family Caregivers Month
November is National Family Caregivers Month and if you’ve ever been the primary caregiver for a child, parent, spouse or another relative or friend, you already know why National Family Caregivers Month…
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Attitudes About Alzheimer’s and Dementia
September marks World Alzheimer’s Month – a time to raise global awareness about Alzheimer’s’ related dementia, its devastating impact on families, and its societal cost. Since March of this year, our attention…
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The Osborn’s Well-Rounded Approach to Wellness
Research demonstrates a powerful connection between social engagement and healthy aging, with benefits ranging from improved physical health and increased longevity to stronger emotional well-being and cognitive resilience. At The Osborn, wellness…
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Happy 80th Birthday: The Boomer Milestone That’s Reshaping Senior Living
The oldest members of the baby boom generation (those born in 1946) are turning 80 this year. While this itself is a milestone, it also ties into a bigger shift – a…
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Recognizing the Signs That It May Be Time for Home Care
For many older adults, home represents comfort, independence, and familiarity. The ability to remain in one’s own home while aging is something many people hope to maintain for as long as possible.…
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Heart Health: 6 Habits Seniors Should Know
Heart health is central to healthy aging. While medical advancements have improved outcomes over the decades, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. For older adults in…
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New Year’s Resolutions You’ll Actually Want to Keep
This is the time we’re all thinking about New Year’s resolutions. The start of a new year often arrives with a mix of hope and pressure. Everywhere you look, there are messages…
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The Gift of Presence: Why Spending Time Together Matters More Than Presents
The holiday season brings a familiar rhythm of celebrating, gathering with friends, and finding joy in small moments. For many families, the weeks between late fall and early winter are filled with…
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Ways Families Can Stay Connected, Even from Afar
Staying connected to loved ones matters at every stage of life, but it becomes especially meaningful as parents and grandparents grow older. When families live far apart, it can be challenging to…
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Every Step Matters: Footwear and Foot Health in Aging – Fall Prevention
The Osborn Auditorium, 101 Theall Road, Rye, NY 10580 Falls Prevention Lecture: Every Step Matters: Footwear and Foot Health in Aging Presenter: Dr. Oh-Park Dr. Oh-Park is the Chief Medical Officer and SVP of…
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The Power of Gratitude: How Practicing Thankfulness Benefits Your Health
Practicing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to improve our well-being. It’s something we often feel in moments of reflection or celebration, but when nurtured as a daily…
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Is Home Care Right for My Family? Key Questions to Ask
“To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honors.”~ Tia Walker That simple truth speaks to the heart of why so many families consider home care.…
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The Osborn’s Well-Rounded Approach to Wellness
Research demonstrates a powerful connection between social engagement and healthy aging, with benefits ranging from improved physical health and increased longevity to stronger emotional well-being and cognitive resilience. At The Osborn, wellness…
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Happy 80th Birthday: The Boomer Milestone That’s Reshaping Senior Living
The oldest members of the baby boom generation (those born in 1946) are turning 80 this year. While this itself is a milestone, it also ties into a bigger shift – a…
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Recognizing the Signs That It May Be Time for Home Care
For many older adults, home represents comfort, independence, and familiarity. The ability to remain in one’s own home while aging is something many people hope to maintain for as long as possible.…
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Heart Health: 6 Habits Seniors Should Know
Heart health is central to healthy aging. While medical advancements have improved outcomes over the decades, heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. For older adults in…
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New Year’s Resolutions You’ll Actually Want to Keep
This is the time we’re all thinking about New Year’s resolutions. The start of a new year often arrives with a mix of hope and pressure. Everywhere you look, there are messages…
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The Gift of Presence: Why Spending Time Together Matters More Than Presents
The holiday season brings a familiar rhythm of celebrating, gathering with friends, and finding joy in small moments. For many families, the weeks between late fall and early winter are filled with…
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Ways Families Can Stay Connected, Even from Afar
Staying connected to loved ones matters at every stage of life, but it becomes especially meaningful as parents and grandparents grow older. When families live far apart, it can be challenging to…
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Every Step Matters: Footwear and Foot Health in Aging – Fall Prevention
The Osborn Auditorium, 101 Theall Road, Rye, NY 10580 Falls Prevention Lecture: Every Step Matters: Footwear and Foot Health in Aging Presenter: Dr. Oh-Park Dr. Oh-Park is the Chief Medical Officer and SVP of…
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The Power of Gratitude: How Practicing Thankfulness Benefits Your Health
Practicing gratitude is one of the simplest yet most powerful ways to improve our well-being. It’s something we often feel in moments of reflection or celebration, but when nurtured as a daily…
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Is Home Care Right for My Family? Key Questions to Ask
“To care for those who once cared for us is one of the highest honors.”~ Tia Walker That simple truth speaks to the heart of why so many families consider home care.…
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Every Step Matters: Footwear and Foot Health in Aging – Fall Prevention
The Osborn Auditorium, 101 Theall Road, Rye, NY 10580 Falls Prevention Lecture: Every Step Matters: Footwear and…
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Wellness and Health Lecture Series – Fall Prevention
The Osborn Auditorium, 101 Theall Road, Rye, NY 10580 Falls Prevention Lecture: Why do we fall and what…
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The Osborn WellSpring Series Presents David Grann, Author of The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny and Murder
Launching the spring season of its WellSpring Series, The Osborn will present David Grann, author…