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Mr. Rogers

March 19, 2025

It’s a Beautiful Day in Our Neighborhood!

Embracing the Spirit of Mister Rogers  For decades, Mister Rogers inspired generations with his kindness, empathy, and community messages on Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. His legacy lives on in childhood memories and real-life communities like Edgewood Village in Bismarck. Recently, we received a touching story from a resident’s daughter about the profound impact our community has […]

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Ray Peloquin and his daughter, Amy standing in the Kitchen at Dave's Pizza

March 14, 2025

A Slice of History & A Legacy of Hard Work: Ray’s Story

  One of the best parts of senior living is welcoming residents like family and uncovering the incredible stories that make them who they are. Resident Ray Peloquin from Edgewood in Virginia, MN, has a great story to share. As a local entrepreneur and a tremendously hard worker, Ray helped make Dave’s Pizza a household […]

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Senior female with toes in the water

March 5, 2025

Come on in, the Water’s Fine: Assisted Living Brings Peace of Mind

Life’s transitions have a way of making us uneasy—especially during the later chapters. So, why not get some peace of mind?   We always say, “Check us out, stop in for a tour, or join one of our community events.” We encourage visitors to experience firsthand how different assisted living has become.       […]

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February 24, 2025

Tell Me About the Good Old Days

      Have you ever experienced the smell of freshly baked cookies and been transported right back to your grandmother’s kitchen? Our senses—sight, smell, touch, taste, and hearing—play a powerful role in triggering memories. These moments of déjà vu can feel random, but they’re rooted in our sensory experiences. For individuals with dementia, these […]

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Senior ladies walking arm in arm as a group

February 13, 2025

A Little Help Keeps You Strong

We might all know that asking for help is a better, safer option for accomplishing certain things, but we might choose to struggle to maintain the appearance of being independent. Why does it feel like lending a hand to help others is easier than asking for help when we need it? Staying Independent Many of […]

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senior female wearing a pink sweater holding xo signs in each hand.

February 5, 2025

Fall In Love with Easy Living!

You’ve probably heard the saying, “Messy hair, don’t care.” But how about “Easy chair, don’t care?” When was the last time you put your feet up, enjoyed a hot cup of coffee, and soaked in the moment? At Edgewood, we believe easy living is about doing more of what you love and less of what […]

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Image of front Edgewood Mandan at Lakewood building

January 31, 2025

Edgewood Healthcare Expands Services in Mandan, ND

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE News Release Contact: Robert Ford Jr. Title: President of Edgewood Healthcare Senior Living Division Phone: 701-738-2000 (Grand Forks, N.D.) Edgewood Healthcare of Grand Forks, N.D., is excited to announce its expansion within Mandan, ND. Edgewood has acquired Lakewood Landing, located at 4401 21st St SE, Mandan, ND, and will assume operations, offering […]

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January 28, 2025

Save a Life, Donate Blood!

While the excitement of the holidays has totally worn off by now, that’s no time to stop giving. January is National Blood Donor Month, and it’s the perfect time to make a plan for the new year to share the life-saving gift of blood! According to the American Red Cross, someone in the US needs […]

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Senior women playing cards

January 17, 2025

Is Senior Living the Next Best Step?

  Moving to senior living is a big decision that most people put off as long as they can. Often, it takes a major health event or series of accidents before seniors and their loved ones explore senior living.   Sadly, when health and abilities are compromised, choosing senior living can feel like a forced […]

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January 6, 2025

Keep Your Skin Healthy This Winter

  Now that the holidays are over and the goodies are gone let’s focus on feeling our best this winter! Our skin is one of the largest organs in our body. As we know, cold weather and being cooped up inside can affect our skin health. So, let’s get ahead of that dry, crackly, itchy wintertime […]

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