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There’s always something new to discover, and knowledge is power. Explore more senior living resources to aid in your wellness journey, nurture your passions, and explore new interests.

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Lifestyle
Oak Trace Residents Are Redefining What Retirement Looks Like
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Resident Spotlights
The Next Adventure: How Chris and Bill Found Freedom to Keep Exploring at Oak Trace
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Blog
The Fitness Program That Keeps Raising the Bar
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Ted Jankowski and Chuck Bayser together in the Oak Trace woodshop in Downers Grove, IL
Blog, Lifestyle, Resident Spotlights
From Sawdust to Switches…Lifelong Hobbies Keep On Rolling
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Downer's Grove and Neighboring Communities
5 Reasons to Retire in Downers Grove, Illinois
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Resources for Seniors
Plan Forward With a Community That Fits Your Life
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Trailblazers Stories
A Career Without a Map: How Anna Marie Hajek Led the Way
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Lifestyle
Your Days, Your Design: The Reality of Modern Senior Living
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Community
Oak Trace Launches Emerging Leaders Initiative to Invest in Future Leaders
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Living at Oak Trace
Happy Campers at Oak Trace’s First Family Campout
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