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(BPT) – Senior living is a time for rest and relax- ation, and the home is the first place to incorporate a comfortable and spa-like living quarters. The chaos of raising children has passed, and retirement has brought a sense of peace and quiet upon the home. Many upgrades can make your home more comfort- able and restful and allow you to stay safe and inde- pendent in your home. For example, sometimes the décor needs a bit of variation to develop a calming ambience in rooms like the bedroom or living area. Blues, greens and muted yellows can impart a sense of serenity to these rooms. You can also use fabrics to estab- lish a restful feeling. Soft, muted carpeting, flowing curtains in light airy col- ors and plush pillows deco- rating furniture help accomplish this. Finally, rounded shapes in the fur- niture and accessories of the room help to finalize the whole picture. Try finding oval end tables, or curved artwork to hang on the walls, rather than straight corners, which could cause injury or a tripping hazard when bumped into. But don't just stop at the decoration – also make cer- tain the fixtures in your home have the spa quali- ties you crave. For exam- ple, Premier Care in Bathing has the Sanctuary walk-in bath featuring wonderful spa qualities of hydrotherapy, chromather- apy and aromatherapy. Hydrotherapy jets in the Sanctuary walk-in tub are gentler than traditional spa tubs, because they blow air, rather than water. After each use, the tub drains clean, which means it doesn't recycle water. These features are impor- tant for seniors with sensi- tive skin or health condi- tions. Chromatherapy lights immerse the tub in seven relaxing colors: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, turquoise and magenta. And the Premier Spa Series includes an innova- tive, built-in oil warmer that releases the fragrance of essential oils. Seniors can breathe in a new level of relaxation and bliss. Being able to use the tub safely without climbing over tub walls allows sen- iors to maintain their independence at home. Once you've established the bathroom spa, bring a little outdoors inside with plants and sunlight to finalize the at-home spa experience. Potted plants with beautiful flowers or decorative green and white contrasting leaves create a living sanctuary, plus help to increase oxygen levels in a room. Consider estab- lishing an indoor garden in the kitchen along the windowsill with aromatic herbs, or in a living room or family room with potted flowering plants. Incorpo- rating plants inside often requires more sunlight. Natural light is great for a restful home – it provides warmth and can ease achy muscles, especially in the colder months. With these tips, your home will be a restful and comfortable place to enjoy retirement and the luxury of being able to spend your time the way you want to spend it – no children or jobs around to interrupt. FEBRUARY 2014 HOMES PLUS 7 Wellness memberships designed exclusively to meet the fitness needs of those 55 and older: • Fitness Center with Cardio and Specialized Circuit Equipment • Group Exercise Programs • Cooking Demonstrations • Massage erapy • Personal Training & Wellness Coaching • Weight Loss Coaching For more information, please contact: Kerry Holtz, Wellness Connection Coordinator 262.965.7017 800.848.5306 kholtz@threepillars.org 400 North Main Street | Dousman, WI 53118 | www.threepillars.org Join Our Wellness Connection 236632001 at MERRILL HILLS MANOR Living Life The trusted partner in your neighborhood. A safe community for your loved one. MERRILL HILLS MANOR a Senior Lifestyle community 888-871-2237 3217 FIDDLERS CREEK DRIVE • WAUKESHA, WI 53188 An Assisted Living and Memory Care Community WWW.SENIORLIFESTYLE.COM 235933007 =DB:HEAJHH:C>DGA>K>C< Independent Senior Living • Retirement Communities • Senior Apartments • Assisted Living • Subsidized Housing Creating independent, restful and peaceful setting