Health, Wellness, & Lifestyle
Fall Prevention Tips for Spring and Summer’s Warmer Weather
Spring, at long last, is finally here and we’re longing to be outdoors. We want to take advantage of walking and gardening, not only because our physician recommends these activities for our well-being, but because we also enjoy them. Staying safe will ensure we’ll continue to enjoy them all year long! Recently we invited our…
Read MoreWhen Holidays Bring Stress or Sadness, Reminisce and Share Feelings
The anticipation is high, the holidays are upon us and another year is coming to its close. The expectation is that we should all be joyous, but maybe we’re not feeling the joy this time. That makes us feel even worse, that we’re not feeling “what we should.” Take comfort, it’s very common to “have…
Read MoreThanksgiving Table Talk—The Science of Gratitude, A Sure Way to Save the World!
How many times we’ve been told to count our blessings? Every family gathered at the Thanksgiving table this year will invite each member from youngest on up to share something they are thankful for—we laugh, we sometimes hide a tear at those that are most touching. It’s an emotional few moments for sure. That’s because there’s pure power in being truly grateful. No kidding, there’s…
Read MoreVeterans Aid and Attendance: Check It Out, See What It’s About
Veterans are VIPs for sure; not just on their special commemorative day November 11, but every day. As they were proud to serve for their country, we are honored to support them in every way possible. One of the needs we strive to support is being a resource for financial assistance when or if it…
Read MoreTerry Petre, Plant Operations Director, Residences at Coffee Creek
Terry Petre: Plant Operations Director and Friend to Residents at Coffee Creek Senior Living Community Above and Beyond, “It’s the little things that make our residents happy!” How do you make a difference in the lives of all those residents looking for relief from every-day frustrating annoyances which become even more-so during a pandemic? Terry…
Read MoreMonoclonal Antibody Therapy to Treat COVID-19: Now Available for Our Residents in the Comfort of their Home at Residences Senior Living
We are working hard 24/7 to keep all of our residents safe from COVID-19. However, for those residents who may contract the virus and get sick, we will now be able to provide, under Doctor’s orders, Monoclonal Antibody Therapy in the comfort of their home with us at Residences Senior Living via our partnership with…
Read MoreResidences Senior Living Residents and Staff to Receive Priority Access to the COVID-19 Vaccine
Residences Senior Living is proud to be among the first to offer our residents and staff priority access to the COVID-19 vaccine. As a licensed assisted living community, we have been given the opportunity to partner with Walgreens to be able to offer our residents and staff access to this vaccine before other seniors and…
Read MoreHappy Veterans Day!
Veteran’s Day has always been acknowledged as a special day for all residents who bravely served the armed forces. This year we would like to share with you a special story and cherished memory of Lt. Colonel Arthur Vos written by Ruth Buikema. “As long as I can remember, my Dad has served his country.…
Read MoreCALL. YOUR. MOM. 10 Ways to Keep in Touch without Touching
If you and your family, like many others, are socially distancing from one another to protect a loved one who is elderly or immunocompromised, there are other ways to stay connected! While it is painful and stressful to be separated from the ones we love, quarantining and self-isolating has created an amazing opportunity for us…
Read MoreStrategies to Manage Stress Related Anxiety
With life’s day to day stress, anxiety can be at an all-time high. It is important to manage stress related anxiety in a positive manner. Our stress can affect us and those around us, so finding ways to cope is really important. Without addressing anxiety, physical health can often be affected leading to a decreased…
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