From wishing on falling stars to magic lamps, wouldn’t it be amazing to call in a wish and get a quick solution to something we need? Let’s leave the magic wands to April Fool’s Day and celebrate something useful this month; April is Occupational Therapy Month! Close your eyes and think about something you wish […]
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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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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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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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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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After what feels like half a decade of COVID-19 restrictions, we’ve all been through the wringer; it’s time to live it up a little! Forget making a New Year’s Resolution to lose 10 pounds. Why not eat dessert first, put your feet up and enjoy yourself? This year, make a resolution to do what you […]
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No, it’s not a typo. ‘Hope’ is often the last thought in our minds when discussing hospice and the overwhelming fears that accompany a terminal diagnosis. By talking about what hospice is and what it can offer, we want to help you find hope when considering hospice services. People typically associate hospice with someone who’s […]
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Being a caregiver to a senior loved one while maintaining a career and relationships can be both physically and emotionally challenging. Perhaps you need to work, you’d like to attend your grandchild’s school play or you need to keep a medical appointment. But who can look after your senior loved ones and keep them safe […]
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There are simply no words to define what someone feels when they’re told, “You have Alzheimer’s disease.” Those words are so overwhelming. Finding the ability to take a breath, much less finding out the next steps in how to continue day-to-day life, seems unfathomable. We want you to know you’re not alone; there’s support available, […]
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In celebration of Home Health Month this November, we’d like to share an all-too-common story (well, maybe everyone’s story doesn’t involve a St. Bernard) of someone who learned the importance of in-home healthcare services. Picture it, Sicily 1912—totally kidding, we’re setting this stage in Minot, ND, in 2021. You live independently in the home you’ve […]
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