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“The playground was in pretty bad shape when we got there,” says Bill Leroy, one of several Sedgebrook residents who volunteered to help revitalize the playground at Carman-Buckner Elementary School in Waukegan. “But we got a lot of work done, and I’m sure the children will be pleased with the results, their parents and teachers too.”

Meet the Team
Friday, September 01, 2006

Community Staff Reveals What and Who You Can Expect to See on a Personal Visit

To find out exactly what guests can expect when they visit Sedgebrook, and who they will meet there, The Erickson Tribune spent a day shadowing members of the marketing team as they led tours, helped coordinate moves, met with a constant stream of visitors, hosted informational luncheons, and more.

It’s the Little Details That Make a Big Difference
Tuesday, August 15, 2006

For the people that call Sedgebrook home it’s having the little things available here on campus that make all the difference. “People are so attracted to this lifestyle because we make it so easy for people to enjoy the good life,” says Tracy Dellaria, Sedgebrook’s retirement counselor. “We provide an array of unmatched amenities at a tremendous value and take care of nuisances like raking leaves, fixing appliances, landscaping, trash removal, security, and more. People have more time to truly pursue their passions.”

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Your Table Is Ready
Tuesday, August 15, 2006

People living at Sedgebrook are hanging up their pots and pans and making a beeline to Sedgebrook’s restaurants instead.

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Will Your Vacation Be Stress-Free This Summer?
Tuesday, August 15, 2006

As much as a vacation is a big stress reliever, it can also be the cause of major worries. When you move to Sedgebrook, however, those headaches will be a thing of the past. Here’s a look at how your house stacks up against Sedgebrook when you travel out of town.

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Ask Tracy
Tuesday, August 15, 2006

Tracy Dellaria, Sedgebrook's Retirement Counselor, gives tips on homeselling.

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Two Great Restaurants. One Meal Included Everyday. A Satisfying Combination.
Tuesday, August 15, 2006

Besides delicious food, another bonus of eating at Sedgebrook’s on-site restaurants is breakfast, lunch, or dinner is included daily in your monthly service package. And you’ve got two fabulous restaurants to choose from.

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Once Healthy Real Estate Market Shows Weakness
Tuesday, August 01, 2006

This spring, sales of existing houses fell after five years of a record-breaking real estate boom, the Associated Press (AP) reports. With interest rates on the rise and mortgages topping-out at the highest level in nearly four years, the once robust real estate market is showing signs of slowing down.

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How Do I Get Out of This Dead-End Love Affair?
Tuesday, August 01, 2006

Ginger Kotz’s relationship was on a steady decline. She loved her 50-year-old house in Chicago, but the constant maintenance and expense were holding her back. Looking towards the future, she knew that things were not going to get any easier.

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An Artful Home
Tuesday, August 01, 2006

“When people walk in, they say, ‘Oh, this looks just like you,’” says Lorraine Rothermel of her apartment home at Sedgebrook.

Lorraine’s Jackson is a gracious corner home that boasts two views, a roomy, eat-in kitchen, and a spacious guest room. But the most striking feature of Lorraine’s home is the warmth and personality it exudes.