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Learn about the latest news from Canterbury as well as information on topics of special interest to seniors. 

October 24, 2024

Fun in the Fall for Seniors in Waterford, MI

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Learn about the different health benefits of senior living communities and how Canterbury-on-the-Lake supports our residents’ physical, social, and nutritional wellness.

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October 31, 2024

Canterbury's Famous Trick-or-Treat Event!

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September 24, 2024

Why Is It Important to Socialize in Retirement?

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Learn about the different health benefits of senior living communities and how Canterbury-on-the-Lake supports our residents’ physical, social, and nutritional wellness.

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September 11, 2024

A Fun-Filled Summer at Canterbury-on-the-Lake!

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Learn about the different health benefits of senior living communities and how Canterbury-on-the-Lake supports our residents’ physical, social, and nutritional wellness.

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August 8, 2024

How to Downsize Successfully

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Learn about the different health benefits of senior living communities and how Canterbury-on-the-Lake supports our residents’ physical, social, and nutritional wellness.

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July 12, 2024

Choosing a Senior Living Community

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Learn about the different health benefits of senior living communities and how Canterbury-on-the-Lake supports our residents’ physical, social, and nutritional wellness.

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May 29, 2024

Health Benefits of Senior Living Communities

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Learn about the different health benefits of senior living communities and how Canterbury-on-the-Lake supports our residents’ physical, social, and nutritional wellness.

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May 21, 2024

How To Reduce Falls and Injuries

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It becomes increasingly important to actively prevent slips and falls as we age. Having lost some of their strength and resilience, our bones and joints can be more prone to injuries, leaving them more susceptible to sprains and breaks.

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August 23, 2023

How Social Connections Keep Seniors Healthy & Happy

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Having strong social connections is important for seniors. It's not just about having a good time; it actually has a big impact on their physical and mental health. As we get older, our bodies and minds go through many changes.

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August 23, 2023

3 Benefits of Pickleball as Exercise for Seniors

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Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in America, especially for older adults. This fun sport is easy to learn and has health benefits you may not have considered. Read on to learn more!

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August 23, 2023

Choosing Senior Living: Buy-In vs Monthly Rent

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Choosing the right place to live as a senior can be tough. There are many options, but two common ones are renting or buying into a senior living community. Various factors can help you determine which option is right for you.

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August 4, 2023

When to Move from Assisted Living to a Nursing Home

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Moving into a senior living community can sound like a nightmare for an introvert. These independent seniors value their alone time and truly enjoy their own company. They can certainly do without a bunch of “nosey neighbors” who can’t mind their own business!

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August 4, 2023

3 Common Senior Living Myths & Misconceptions

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Moving into a senior living community can sound like a nightmare for an introvert. These independent seniors value their alone time and truly enjoy their own company. They can certainly do without a bunch of “nosey neighbors” who can’t mind their own business!

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June 7, 2023

Best Places to Live for Senior Introverts

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Moving into a senior living community can sound like a nightmare for an introvert. These independent seniors value their alone time and truly enjoy their own company. They can certainly do without a bunch of “nosey neighbors” who can’t mind their own business!

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June 7, 2023

The Difference Between Assisted Living & Independent Living

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When exploring senior living options, it’s important to understand the difference between independent living and assisted living communities. While they are very similar in many ways and often share a campus, there is a distinct difference.

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June 7, 2023

How to Move a Parent with Dementia into Assisted Living

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One of the few things worse than discovering that one of your parents is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia is realizing they need more care than you are able to provide.

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June 7, 2023

Important Questions to Ask Memory Care Facilities

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When it’s time to place a loved one in a long-term care facility, there are an array of emotions involved. Feelings of helplessness, guilt, fear, sadness, grief and even relief are all common in this life-changing decision.

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May 31, 2023

How Does Alzheimer's Affect Daily Life

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Living with Alzheimer’s disease is difficult for the affected patient and close family members. The disease has a profound effect on many aspects of a person’s day-to-day.

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May 24, 2023

Canterbury-on-the-Lake Receives Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award Winner for 2023

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May 12, 2023

What Is an Independent Living Facility?

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These unique residential neighborhoods are often the perfect option for mature individuals seeking a safe, secure, and supportive environment

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April 11, 2023

Join Us for Our Memory Care Expert Panel on Tuesday, April 11

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March 23, 2023

Certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Training

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Canterbury-on-the-Lake is hosting a Free NCCDP Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care seminar.

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January 18, 2023

What Is an Independent Living Facility?

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These unique residential neighborhoods are often the perfect option for mature individuals seeking a safe, secure, and supportive environment

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November 28, 2022

Life Care Services Awarded Highest Customer Satisfaction Among Senior Independent Living Providers for the 4th Consecutive Year

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October 18, 2022

Fall in Love with Canterbury on-the-Lake

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Join us for an automobile tour of our senior living campus and get a close look at all we have to offer.

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August 31, 2022

COVID-19 Action and Prevention Plan

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At Canterbury on-the-Lake, the health and well-being of residents and team members is our highest priority.

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February 23, 2022

Canterbury-on-the-Lake Receives 2022 Customer Experience Award from Pinnacle Quality Insight

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Canterbury-on-the-Lake is proud to announce that they are the recipient of Pinnacle Quality Insight’s 2022 Customer Experience Award.

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February 11, 2022

Sweet as Pie Event

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We’re offering contactless pickup of an early Valentine treat—baked with love especially for you.

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January 19, 2022

Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia

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Learn the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia. Alzheimer's stages and risk factors, current research and available treatments, and ways the Alzheimer’s Association can help.

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December 1, 2021

LIFE CARE SERVICES RANKED #1 IN INDEPENDENT LIVING CUSTOMER SATISFACTION BY J.D. POWER

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Canterbury-on-the-Lake is excited to announce our management company, Life Care Services, has become the first and only senior living company to rank first in customer satisfaction for three consecutive years.

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November 2, 2021

Jamie Martin Helps Residents Fill Their Agendas at Canterbury-on-the-Lake

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What will you do today? Thanks to Jamie Martin, Director of Resident Services at Canterbury-on-the-Lake, you could be taking a line dancing class, reading a bestseller for book club and packing for a professionally planned overnight outing with your friends and neighbors.

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November 17, 2021

10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's Event

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Join us to learn 10 common warning signs and what to watch for in yourself and others.

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October 12, 2021

Diane Slupka Helps Residents Maximize Independence at Canterbury-on-the-Lake

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Diane Slupka has been helping older adults find the perfect retirement lifestyle for more than 18 years. Today, she serves as Director of Residential Health Services at Canterbury-on-the-Lake.

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September 24, 2021

Free Drive-Through Shredding Event

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Load your car with sensitive, private documents and join us for a free drive-through shredding event.

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September 8, 2021

COVID-19 Response

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August 4, 2021

How Life Plan Communities Boost Resilience, Emotional Wellness, and Life Satisfaction

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June 1, 2021

HOW RESPITE CARE CAN BE USED TO TEST DRIVE ASSISTED LIVING

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One of the ways to get a better picture of what assisted living is like in a given community is to take advantage of their respite care program.

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June 23, 2021

Taste of the Tropics Event

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Picture all the fun of a tropical island party with no need to pack a bag or update your passport!

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May 2, 2021

SENIOR LIVING GIVES SENIORS AND ADULT CHILDREN PEACE OF MIND

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Many retirement communities are designed to provide the independent lifestyle active seniors want and offer higher levels of care if they need it. The support is available but isn’t a part of seniors’ lives until they need it.

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April 7, 2021

CANTERBURY-ON-THE-LAKE RESIDENTS BENEFIT FROM MEDICAL EXPERTISE

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Canterbury-on-the-Lake will benefit from the expertise of the EverSafe 360° Medical Advisory Board. Seven medical, academic, and health care professionals will advise on the latest health and wellness technologies, innovations, and practices for senior living communities managed by Life Care Services.

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April 29, 2021

Drive-Time Spring Fun

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Drive by for downsizing and senior lifestyle tips. Drive off with a meal to go—on us!

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February 28, 2021

DEBUNKING THE MYTHS ABOUT SENIOR FALLS

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February 15, 2021

SENIOR SCAMS & HOW TO PROTECT YOUR OLDER LOVED ONES

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January 31, 2021

RETIRE TO A COMMUNITY YOU LOVE BY ENSURING IT MATCHES YOUR INTERESTS.

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Deciding where to retire takes more consideration than opening a map, closing your eyes, and letting your finger be your guide. But no matter where you end up, your destination should put a smile on your face and a gleam in your eye, says Steve Gurney, founder of The Guide to Retirement Living SourceBook. “And the way to get that is by having a purpose in life,” he says. “Where we live should be a tool to make it easier to engage in this purposeful activity.”

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January 15, 2021

SENIOR CARE RESEARCH: HOW TO USE THE U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT TO UNDERSTAND THE QUALITY OF CARE AT A COMMUNITY

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Even though nursing homes are regulated by the government, they vary considerably in quality, character and cost. So it helps to get as much information as possible before making a decision about which nursing home (sometimes called a skilled nursing facility) is right for you.

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January 26, 2021

In Case of Emergency Binder Webinar

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Having an ICE binder at home gives emergency personnel the important medical and personal information they may need when responding to a call. It also can provide your family members with critical information should they ever need it.

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February 11, 2021

Sweet as Pie

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At Canterbury-on-the-Lake, we’ve arranged for contactless pickup of an early Valentine treat especially for you.

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January 1, 2021

TRAVELING LOCAL IN 2021: 10 PLACES IN THE US THAT FEEL LIKE YOU’RE IN EUROPE

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We can’t know what the next year will bring or what travel restrictions may be in place. But if you were looking into traveling to the best places to visit in Europe and you’re now worried you won’t make it across the pond, we’ve assembled a list of the 10 best places to visit in the USA that offer the European experience.

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December 17, 2020

Priority Access to Newly F.D.A. Approved COVID-19 Vaccine - Updated 12.17.2020

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November 30, 2020

SENIOR CARE RESEARCH: HOW TO USE THE 5-STAR CMS RATING TO UNDERSTAND THE QUALITY OF CARE AT A COMMUNITY

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Providing quality care requires expertise, high standards and dedication. A high rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is clear proof that the level of care offered at a senior care community is top-tier in the industry. But to truly appreciate a CMS 5-star rating, it helps to understand how the rating is determined.

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November 20, 2020

Life Care Services Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction by J.D. Power

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We’re excited to announce that Life Care Services has ranked highest in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 2020Senior Living Study.

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November 16, 2020

LONG TERM PLANNING: WHEN TO START AND WHAT TO CONSIDER

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When it comes to making a long-term plan for how and where to live as we age, you’d be hard pressed to find many who don’t see the value in thinking through such an important issue. But according to a survey from The Conversation Project, while ninety percent of Americans say that talking to loved ones about end-of-life care is important, only twenty-seven percent have actually done it.

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November 1, 2020

COVID-19 Update

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As the nation continues to navigate the challenges faced during the COVID-19 pandemic, Canterbury-on-the-Lake has prioritized the health and well-being of our residents and team members.

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October 29, 2020

Coronavirus Update

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The health and safety of residents living in our community is our top priority, and we are closely monitoring the ongoing situation regarding the coronavirus (COVD-19). We understand that COVID-19 is on everyone’s mind, and we want to be communicative and transparent in the steps Canterbury-on-the-Lake is taking to prepare our community during this unprecedented event. Our team has been working tirelessly to prepare for possible scenarios related to COVID-19.

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October 29, 2020

Holiday Pies - Nov. 24

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At Canterbury-on-the-Lake, we believe any day is a great day for pie—but especially just in time for Thanksgiving! Simply reserve your choice of our fresh-baked favorites, then swing by our senior living community anytime during two convenient pickup-time ranges.

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October 29, 2020

OUR FAVORITE EMOTIONAL WELLNESS APPS FOR SENIORS

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Most of us appreciate the importance of physical wellness both now and as we age. Intellectual wellness too has garnered more attention as we learn about the effects aging can have on our cognitive functions. But what many of us never consider is our emotional wellness and our ability to reduce anxiety, boost happiness, and enjoy sharper mental focus.

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October 12, 2020

MANAGING THE EMOTIONS THAT COME WITH DOWNSIZING

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October 2, 2020

2021 AND BEYOND: THE FUTURE OF SENIOR LIVING

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September 4, 2020

WHY SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITIES ARE ADOPTING THE MONTESSORI METHOD FOR MEMORY CARE

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August 21, 2020

THE BENEFITS OF WALKABLE NEIGHBORHOODS: WHY CHOOSE A SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY FOR RETIREMENT

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August 6, 2020

THE BEST PETS FOR SENIORS IN INDEPENDENT LIVING

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July 20, 2020

WHY YOU SHOULDN’T STOP YOUR ASSISTED LIVING SEARCH IN UNCERTAIN TIMES

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June 16, 2020

THE IMPORTANCE OF INTERGENERATIONAL ACTIVITIES IN SENIORS.

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May 8, 2020

Opening up Our Community

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April 20, 2020

2020 Canterbury Golf Outing Announcement

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March 19, 2020

COVID-19 Update - March 19, 2020

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March 15, 2020

Coronavirus Update - March 15th, 2020

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March 5, 2020

Coronavirus Precautions - March 5, 2020

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January 25, 2020

Life Care Services Ranked Highest in Customer Satisfaction in J.D. Power 2019 U.S. Senior Living Study

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It’s a Proud Time to Live at Canterbury-on-the-Lake!

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