Do you remember when you were a kid, when summer reading lists came out? You would then check them off after you finished each book. The days of assigned lists may be in the past, but at Park Vista, a top assisted living facility in Clinton, we encourage all our residents to exercise their brains in the summer actively! Whether you are spending time in the sun or relaxing in your Clinton senior living community, the hot days provide the perfect time to sit back and escape the heat with a good book.
No one nook list could cover today’s variety; authors produce more than we could read in a lifetime. At our Clinton assisted living facility, you can grab a friend this summer and create a little book club if you’d like and enjoy any of these recommended titles. These books might be something that all residents enjoy during their stay at a senior retirement community in Clinton.
Margaret Fuller: An American Life by Megan Marshall
This biography chronicles the life of Pulitzer prize winner Megan Marshall, a champion of women’s rights. Many residents at the assisted living facility in Clinton can remember a time when rights did not come so quickly to women. Marshall also wrote a biography about the Peabody sisters, who were very influential in the world of literature and got a lot of praise. This book has been highly recommended by The New York Times.
Levels of Life by Julian Barnes
This is for readers who prefer a fictional tale. This is a powerful book based on three connected stories, each tied to a central theme inspired by a deep loss. This was inspired by the death of Barnes’s wife. Though this story permeates through the book, the specifics are never given, allowing the reader to personally experience it in their own way. Residents at a Clinton assisted living facility might want to read this book as it the story may connect to their own lives.
The Time of Their Lives by Maeve Haran
Maybe you need a light-hearted read this summer and want to be taken back. Grab a friend and head back to the sixties. Haran’s novel follows a group of baby boomers as they enter the 1960s with numerous challenges and opportunities. The book is hilarious and doesn’t shy away from a few darker topics either. The protagonists’ spirits are not dampened, and this is a must-read novel for those of us who were not born yesterday.
Remember, Park Vista – Camanche has a well-stocked library that includes many novels with classic and popular titles. So there are many different options to fit your summer reading interests. Remember, reading is an excellent brain workout! Stay tuned for other book titles in weeks to come!
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If you are looking for a caring, compassionate, and loving community, Park Vista–Camanche is here for you. We provide a high-quality senior living experience for each of our residents. If you have any questions about our facility, the amenities we offer, or would like to tour the campus, call us at (563) 447-7447 or contact us online today.