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Senior Living at The Crossings at Ironbridge

A 10-year study funded by the renowned MacArthur Foundation in collaboration with the Mayo Clinic proved that growing older doesn’t have to be a slow, steady decline. Instead it can be a time of continued growth throughout all aspects of life – socially, intellectually, physically and spiritually. For individuals who decide to forego the work and maintenance of living at home, retirement apartment homes can provide both convenience and community; however, the approach and culture of a senior living community are what matters most when it comes to aging successfully. That’s where Masterpiece Living at The Crossings at Ironbridge comes in – by providing a meaningful, person-centered dedication to wellness.
 

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The Masterpiece Living Lifestyle

The Masterpiece Living lifestyle is a direct result of this landmark “Successful Aging” study, and is statistically proven as a path to a longer, healthier life. With a focus on holistic wellness that’s unique to Masterpiece Living retirement apartment homes, The Crossings at Ironbridge brings together all of the physical, mental, social and spiritual elements shown to promote overall health and wellness. The Crossings at Ironbridge’s entire culture revolves around these core ideas and best practices, which help each resident of our senior living community to grow as individuals and lead more fulfilled, happier lives.

What does a certified Masterpiece Living® community look like?

  • A community-wide culture that promotes growth, much like a university
  • Measurement and feedback tools for residents’ individual growth
  • Successful Aging Coaching provided through guidance and assistance
  • Purposeful programming to reduce aging risks
  • Adaptive levels for all of the above

Living at The Crossings at Ironbridge

Individuals choosing to join The Crossings at Ironbridge community have the unique opportunity to embrace the Masterpiece Living lifestyle. Now that lifestyle choices have been found to account for up to 70 percent of how we age, it’s not just about eating healthy and staying active. So many other factors account for our quality of life and overall lifespan, and at The Crossings at Ironbridge, we offer a multitude of resources and opportunities for residents to thrive while aging in our senior living community. Using the Masterpiece Living program as the true center of what we are, we stand out among retirement apartment homes as a place to live life to the fullest.

The Crossings at Ironbridge was created for the older adults of today who see greater possibilities in their future – those who are motivated and empowered to defy aging in favor of a lifestyle that promotes growth, independence and longevity. Through Masterpiece Living programs and principles, we’re laser-focused on providing the resources, services and living options that seniors are unable to find in other senior living apartment homes and maximizing their potential for successful aging.

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What’s Needed for Successful Aging…

  • A physically active and mentally stimulating lifestyle
  • Strong social engagement
  • Purpose and meaning in your life
  • Environments that support this lifestyle

The Difference between Growing and Growing Old

Studies prove that the aging process is up to us. We can actually choose whether aging is a slow, gradual process – growing older day by day – or whether most of our senior years are active and full of purpose and happiness. Every day brings an opportunity to choose. Simply grow, or grow older.

Masterpiece Living and Successful Aging Defined by Dr. Roger Landry

Portrait of Dr. Roger LandryDr. Roger Landry is a preventative medicine physician specializing in empowering older adults to take control of their own aging. He is a nationally known speaker on successful aging, and has keynoted and presented at local, state, and national conferences on aging. He is the award-winning author of Live Long…Die Short: A Guide for Authentic Health and Successful Aging. As a lecturer, researcher, and consultant, he has written extensively and is frequently called upon as a media expert on the topic of successful aging.

Portrait of Dr. David GobbleDr. David Gobble has been recognized by the National Wellness Institute as one of the top 100 wellness experts in the world, and he serves on the national board of Wellness Councils of America, and has been a leader in promoting health and productivity of older workers and retirees. He has served on multiple academic journal editorial boards, and has been published in several academic disciplines.

Seven Questions With Masterpiece Living's Dr. David Gobble

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