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Your Health Ally in Independent Living: Meet Kelly Strydom, Wellness Navigator

At Cottage Grove Place, whole-person wellness is a way of life rooted in relationships. Helping lead the way is Kelly Strydom, our new Health & Wellness Navigator.

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Celebrating Excellence: How Awards Reflect a Community’s Heart

Have you ever considered how much a retirement community’s awards and accolades can tell you about its care and lifestyle? At Cottage Grove Place, we believe these recognitions are more than just plaques or trophies on a shelf—they’re a testament to being a senior living community where residents have found their happy place. Over the […]

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U.S. News & World Report Names Cottage Grove Place Among Best Nursing Homes for 2025

Cottage Grove Place is excited to announce that we have been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2025-2026 by U.S. News & World Report. We earned the U.S. News Best Nursing Home status by achieving a High Performing rating, the highest possible rating. This designation is a testament to our quality care and commitment […]

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Looking for Suggestions on How to Get Fit if You’re Over the Age of 65? Try These.

It’s no secret that being active is good for one’s health, and that’s true for people of all ages. But what if you’re in your 60s, 70s or older? What if you haven’t exercised in a very long time—maybe not since gym class in school? And what if you have physical limitations? Not to worry. […]

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What Is Independent Living?

Independent living is a senior living option designed for active older adults who are looking to downsize and enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle. Unlike assisted living, skilled nursing (sometimes called nursing homes) or long-term care, independent living communities cater to seniors who are able to live independently but desire the convenience, amenities and social opportunities offered […]

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Rightsize Your Way to a Joy-Filled Retirement Lifestyle

If retirement is the chance to explore the lifestyle you’ve always dreamed of, then rightsizing is the key to setting the stage for a seamless journey. Whether you’re trading an oversized multi-bedroom house for a thoughtfully designed one-bedroom apartment-home or transitioning from a quiet rural setting to a lively urban environment, rightsizing can help you […]

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U.S. News & World Report Names Cottage Grove Place Among Best Senior Living Communities for 2024

Cottage Grove Place is excited to announce that we have been recognized as a Best Independent Living for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report. We earned the U.S. News Best Independent Living status by achieving a High Performing rating in the Independent Living. “Best Senior Living reflects U.S. News’ commitment to helping families navigate […]

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Cottage Grove Place’s Management Company becomes J.D. Power’s most awarded brand in the history of its Senior Living Satisfaction Study

Life Care Services ranked #1 in Independent Living, for the fifth year in a row, and added a #1 ranking for Assisted Living/Memory Care in the 2023 J.D. Power Customer Satisfaction Study. Cottage Grove Place’s management company, Life Care Services, An LCS Company, has been recognized as #1 in Resident Satisfaction among Independent Senior Living […]

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Conversations With Cottage Grove: Insights Into Our Assisted Living Offerings

Kayla Duggan knows a thing or two about senior assisted living and how it provides older adults with just the right amount of support they need to keep doing the things they love. She joined Cottage Grove Place five years ago as the health and wellness navigator, coordinating services and helping residents transition to different care […]

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Soundtrack to Wellness: The Therapeutic Benefits of Music for Seniors

Music transcends through generations and cultures proving to be a helpful tool for many. The benefits of music therapy for seniors are noteworthy, with an orchestra of positive physical, emotional and cognitive influences. In this blog, we’ll explore the role music plays in fostering a harmonious and fulfilling retirement lifestyle at Cottage Grove Place, how […]