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SEPTEMBER 2026
Dear Readers,
WELCOME TO THE FIRST ISSUE OF HILLCREST’S 
NEW MAGAZINE CALLED ELEVATE. We are happy 
to share this bi-annual magazine designed to keep you 
informed. Remember to keep your issues handy, as it will be 
fun to revisit them while you discover Hillcrest for yourself.
In our first issue, we explore what it means to live a long, 
healthy and fulfilling life. You’ll find inspirational and 
informative articles, from nutrition and financial planning 
to hobbies, lifelong learning and finding purpose in every 
stage of life. Whether you’re a long-time resident, new to 
our community or simply considering a move to Hillcrest, we 
hope these pages inspire practical ideas, fresh perspectives 
and encouragement to embrace the many opportunities that 
contribute to a vibrant and rewarding future.
Change and renewal are natural parts of life, and each 
day presents opportunities to learn new things, make new 
friends and appreciate the moments that bring us joy. We 
encourage you to embrace the season ahead with optimism 
and enthusiasm.
Thank you for being an important part of our community. We 
hope you enjoy this first issue and look forward to sharing 
more stories and updates with you in the months ahead.
As I always say, “See you on campus and the best is yet to come.”
—Shirley Turner, Director of Sales and Marketing
Learn more about Hillcrest at ElevateHillcrest.org.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
3 — Letter from Editor
4 — Solo Agers: Superpower  
= Planning Ahead
5 — Seven Financial Planning 
Essentials for Your Next 
Chapter
6 — What Can We Learn from Blue 
Zone Living?
9 — Take Paws: Five Ways Our Pets 
Make Life Better
10 — Food for Thought
11 — Green Goddess Tofu Bowl
12 — Seared Salmon with  
Fruit Salsa
13 — The Future Looks Good  
from Here
14 — Lessons in Longevity
16 — Learning: The Healthy Habit
18 — Brain Teasers
19 — Faith, Compassion and 
Lifelong Care
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“Always be on the 
lookout for the 
presence of  wonder.”
— E.B. WHITE

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