Thanksgiving is on the horizon! Many of us are probably planning delicious meals, jotting down grocery lists, and wondering whether or not we’ll save any room for pie after such a big meal. This brings such a good point to light: how do we save some room for the good stuff in our lives? Once […]
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November is Family Caregivers Month. Many of us wouldn’t be where we are today without the love and support we got from our families growing up. So, when they need our help, we want to be there in anyway we can! The hard part is that when a family member requires a lot of help […]
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Living great as we age can be easy with the right resources, friends, and confidantes. However, the one difficult thing is making a decision. It’s never easy picking the right time for a change, but sometimes, a change can make life easier! As Kenny Rogers once said, “Don’t be afraid to give up the good […]
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Just like it sounds, a short-term stay temporarily allows someone to stay in assisted living. Moving is a big decision, as is giving up a long-term residence. Coming in to try before signing long-term can be a useful way to help seniors choose where they’d like to spend their future. Short-term stays offer choice […]
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When you give in life, you receive; working in senior living is among the most rewarding careers. Those who choose to serve others in general and especially in senior living deserve mountains of gratitude! Choosing Senior Living Television shows, movies, and advertising place a high value on youth, and aging is portrayed as difficult and often unglamorous. […]
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Caregiving for our senior loved ones is truly an honor. They helped us, and we’ll do everything possible to keep them safe, healthy, and happy. Helping those we love can present a dilemma: there are not enough hours in the day when we have families to support, jobs to attend to, and ordinary obligations that […]
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Hearing the doctor say that your loved one has dementia can open emotional floodgates. Initially, there may be grief about the disease, followed by the overwhelming sense of what to do next. Caring for them around the clock could become risky on top of other life responsibilities like working or raising your family. Thankfully, there […]
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Ahh, back to school. Your social media newsfeeds are probably filled with kiddos wearing new backpacks and shoes that help them run fast. While many posts highlight the excitement, some kids might also feel slightly anxious about the first day. As parents with young children, it’s tough not to feel uneasy on day one as […]
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News Release Contact: Rich Ostert Title: Regional Vice President Phone: 701-738-2000 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (Rapid City, SD) Edgewood Healthcare was recently awarded grant funding from the South Dakota Department of Human Services. This funding will help to enhance the technology systems in the Edgewood Communities of Pierre, Rapid City, and Spearfish. Each community will have […]
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The summer has gone faster than the blink of an eye, and Grandparents Day is almost here. If you haven’t made plans yet, now’s the time! Connecting with the generations above us can teach us a lot. A great first step to making the most of any visit is offering your full attention without distractions. […]
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