August 12, 2020
Protect Yourself from Social Security Phone Scams
Social security fraud is becoming a serious issue. The abundance of technology in our lives makes it easier for bad actors to attempt scams. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns that they’ve received more than...
March 27, 2020
Make Your House Irresistible to Buyers!
Seniors usually sell homes as their needs change. This includes moving closer to family, downsizing, increasing safety or joining a Life Plan Community like The Christian Village at Mason (CVM). Selling a home and moving...
February 06, 2020
Amazon Smiles: When Giving Cost You Nothing
There is a “free” way you could give money to Christian Village Communities. If you have an Amazon account that you purchase items through, Amazon offers you the opportunity to select a charity for them...
June 06, 2019
Top 10 Apps for Seniors
Nowadays, there is an app for everything, and you can pretty much do anything from your smartphone. With all these apps, it can be overwhelming trying to decide which ones you need. Here’s a list...
April 09, 2019
Staycation: A Time to Focus on Fun, Health and Wellness
“A staycation is all I’ve ever wanted” isn’t exactly what the Go-Go’s sang in their 1982 song Vacation. But looking at your daily life as a staycation helps you focus on health, wellness and happiness....
March 07, 2019
CVM and Mason Community Center Partnership
The Christian Village at Mason has a prime location in the heart of the City of Mason. One of the many benefits of the location is that the Mason Community Center (MCC) is less than...
June 13, 2018
Retired Mason City Schools teacher brings music and laughter
Retired Mason City Schools teacher Doug Parrot is definitely a highlight of our assisted living activities calendar. With a maraca in hand, he is sure to make anyone smile. About once a month, Doug brings...
May 02, 2018
Make Technology Work for You
It can be difficult keeping up with all the latest and greatest technology, gadgets and doodads. So many questions come up with each new possibility – What does it exactly do? Will it help me?...
