Life at The Clare

  If you live in Chicago, you don’t need to go all the way to Napa Valley to enjoy delicious wines. Find Illinois’ impressive alternative to “wine country” right in … Continue reading “Top 10 Wineries Near Chicago”

It may surprise you that living in a big city like Chicago offers you the freshest fruits and veggies and high-quality homemade goods. The abundance of farmers markets in Chicago … Continue reading “The 2017 Guide to Downtown Chicago Farmers Markets by Day of Week”

People in their 20s and 30s think of retirement as a far-off possibility, but as retirement gets closer, you begin to worry about your financial planning. Have you put aside … Continue reading “The Benefits of Investing Early to Retire Well”

  National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Like most large cities, the Chicago skyline evolves and grows each year, adding and replacing buildings with bigger, more innovative structures. These structures serve … Continue reading “New Construction Chicago: Adding to the Skyline in 2016 and Beyond”

First, a caveat: We can’t cover every park in Chicago in a single, or even twenty, posts. The Chicago Park District manages some 570 parks, as well as 50 nature … Continue reading “Urban Retreats: The Best Parks in Chicago”

There’s nothing like the excitement of moving into a new home. It’s a chance to savor new views, make new friends, and redesign your living space. For those shifting away … Continue reading “A Rightsizer’s Guide: Transitioning to High-Rise Senior Living in Chicago”

Considering relocating to the big city? While the countryside offers a quiet, scenic backdrop, it lacks many of the advantages that make city living enjoyable. For instance, What if you have a craving for Mediterranean or Ethiopian food? Finding a wide variety of restaurant choices is all but impossible in a small rural area, but big cities offer countless options when it comes to international cuisine.

We compiled a list of the top reasons to consider a move to the big city, using our beloved Chicago as an example of what makes city living exciting and fun. Whether you’ve decided to relocate to Chicago or simply plan to visit on vacation, be sure to check out some of the destinations and resources provided below.

Maintaining a strong mind is much like staying in shape. Keeping your mind active involves practicing memory exercises that build your “mental muscles”. Utilizing a few easy memory games can … Continue reading “5 Great Memory Games for Adults”

Larry Pirovano, resident at The Clare, is Making A Difference. Diagnosed in 1997 with Parkinson’s he climbs stairs 3 times per week as a way to stay strong, be healthy and … Continue reading “Clare Resident to Climb to the Top of the Aon Building”