South Coast Prime Times - May/June 2021

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Finding a community

Sean McCarthy

For seniors and their loved ones, the decision to relocate to an assisted living community can be stressful and worrisome. But the people at The Arbors at Taunton are skilled in making the transition smooth and easy – they’ve been doing it for more than 21 years.

“Many people are moving in with us after they have lived in their own home for 40 or 50 years,” says executive director Nellie Vieira. “There can be a fear of change – going

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somewhere new, not knowing people and not knowing the routine. There can also be a feeling of grief at the anticipation of leaving their own home and what is familiar and comfortable. Often seniors

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are lonely and will benefit from being with other seniors in similar circumstances. As we age, we often need more assistance than our loved ones are able to

The Arbors has 78 apartments for residents, and couples are welcome


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