Soon after Shirley Sherman learned to walk, she began ice skating at age 4. Her father owned a rink in St. Louis, Mo., where she spent countless hours practicing throughout her childhood. She went on to skate in many interpretive singles competitions over the years.

Even though it is one of the newest Erickson retirement communities, when it comes to resident satisfaction, Sedgebrook is at the head of the class, according to the most recent survey results.

Once you make the decision to move to a retirement community, it’s important to choose one that protects your financial assets. You’ve worked hard for your  money, so you want to make sure you’re getting the best value for your dollar.

The daylight hours are short, the temperatures hover around zero, and the snow seems to start falling again just as soon as last week’s mountains begin to melt. It’s winter in Chicago, and it’s here to stay for at least another two months.