Stay Active, Longer
Exercise is the Best Tonic for a Happy, Healthy Life Wellness is more than just doctors’ appointments, it’s a lifestyle. You don’t have to be an Olympian to stay healthy. Physical activity, balanced eating and socialization are all important factors for aging well....
The Beauty of Westchester Living and the Convenience of Its Proximity to NYC (and Everywhere In-Between)
One of the many great aspects of living at The Knolls is the pleasure of being able to enjoy the feel of a country lifestyle. Even better is knowing that Metro North’s Valhalla train station is just a five-minute drive away. From there you can get to Grand Central...
Understanding the Difference Between CCRCs and Other Retirement Options
If you look at Google search (and these days, don’t we all?), you’d notice that The Knolls is ranking under the term “55+ retirement community” in Westchester County. But just as looks can be deceiving, calling The Knolls a “55+ retirement community” is not just...
The Opportunities and Advantages of Joining Our Waitlist
“This place is wonderful. I really wish I’d made the move sooner.” Those words are among the most common things you’ll hear from residents of a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC). Among the biggest challenges in doing so is the fact that finding the right...
Pursue Your Passions, Old and New
Throughout most people’s lives, finding time to do the things you love often takes a backseat to the necessities — going to work, caring and maintaining your home, raising a family. But what happens when you take away the job and the kids? What happens when you decide...
Get Comfortable and Relax in Your New Home at The Knolls
Let’s be honest — moving is a pain. It probably wasn’t much fun in your 20s and became even more difficult as time wore on. Depending on the direction your life has taken, maybe you’ve moved a lot. Perhaps you lived in a home you loved for 20 years. If you were really...
Getting Personal With The Knolls’ Fitness Instructor Sara Morales-Martinez
When you think of the words “personal trainer,” pictures of Jane Fonda, Richard Simmons and other famous workout gurus often come to mind. We think about these high-energy people leading group workouts on television, video or, depending on your preferred technology,...
The Knolls Finds Its Cultural Leader
Mila Levine, Cultural Arts Director Mila Levine has been the cultural arts director at The Knolls for the past six months. But based on her previous 10 years working as a recreation director, volunteering in nursing homes throughout Westchester County, in addition to...
Meet Friend, Neighbor and New Yorker: Betty Alexander
Betty Alexander Talking to the neighbors before choosing a new home makes sense under any circumstance. Thinking about it after a major loss, whether it’s that of a spouse, a job or your adult children moving far away, can leave a person feeling overwhelmed. The...
5 Tips to Taking Charge of Your Retirement
They say good things come to those who wait, but you know the truth: great retirement comes to those who plan. You’ve worked hard, invested wisely and called the shots thus far in your life. Why should you stop now? With all the retirement options available today,...