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April 13, 2022

The 12 Whys & Hows Of Staying Sharp

  Staying active and sharp takes some light commitment. Let’s strive to live long and happy–like Betty White! Lace up those shoes, grab a pen and paper, and get busy!  Here are some additional tips and tricks for us to develop good habits that will help us to put the “GO” into our golden years! […]

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April 4, 2022

We “Get By With a Little Help From Our Friends.”

And the Oscar should have gone to Lady Gaga, for her example of utter human kindness! In light of the turbulent events at the 2022 Academy Awards, let us not discuss who won an Oscar; instead, let’s look at the amazing interaction between Lady Gaga and Academy-Tony and Grammy Award-Winning Actress Liza Minnelli! Being the […]

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March 28, 2022

Elephant in the Room: Why Can’t I Eat Whatever I Want?

Think back on the last great meal that you had… What did you have to eat? Where did you eat your meal? Did you prepare it, or did someone else? Who joined you? That last question is important because it’s tough to imagine eating a truly delicious meal alone. It seems like there’s more than […]

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March 18, 2022

25 Back-Pocket Stress Relief Tips

Need stress relief today? Of course, who doesn’t? If you’re feeling stressed out, there is unlikely to be time in the moment to think long and hard about how to find relief, so let’s make our own sunshine! Here are 25 ways to unwind:     Go to a quiet place and just breathe Step […]

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March 9, 2022

7 Travel Tips for Seniors (and Everyone!)

Whether you’re 25 or 74, traveling can be equal parts exhilarating and challenging. We sometimes face obstacles like road construction and flight hiccups to reach beautiful destinations. Regardless of how you reach your vacation destination, we want to make your journey a joyous experience and not like a trip to the DMV. Whether you’re flying […]

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March 1, 2022

Edgewood Healthcare Announces New Executive Vice President of Resident and Employee Engagement

Edgewood Healthcare has recently announced the promotion of Jenni Hoffmann to Executive Vice President of Resident and Employee Engagement. In her new role, Jenni will continue to oversee the sales and public relations departments, as well as overseeing and assisting Edgewood’s directors in Life Enrichment as well as Recruitment and Retention. “I am pleased to […]

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February 28, 2022

Elephant in the Room: How Can I Avoid Falls?

  Avoiding falls? That sounds much easier to say than to do! Falls can happen so quickly that we’re usually admiring the clouds before we can even say, “Oops!” Injuries from falls can impact our independence, so we should at least try to avoid them. One of the greatest tools we can use to reduce […]

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February 17, 2022

What Happened to Doctors Making House Calls?

  Remember in the movies when doctors visited your home and called to check in on you? What an excellent way to receive care if we’re not feeling our best – especially during these frigid months. At Edgewood Healthcare, it’s our privilege to provide excellent senior care, offer peace of mind, and improve quality of […]

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February 7, 2022

4 Best Questions to Ask When Touring Assisted Living

  Shopping can be overwhelming. Much like shopping for a house, each assisted living community comes with its own special and unique charm—and sometimes its own surprise costs. Knowing which questions to ask before your tour can help you to identify what services and amenities are highest on your priority list. Depending on your individual […]

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January 26, 2022

Why Memory Care? Why Now?

After months of telltale signs, Mom has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s. You started with checking in a few times a day by phone, which turned into daily visits to make sure she was still safe at home—and now it’s all become more than you expected. You’re even starting to feel stressed and burned out.   […]

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