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Senior male holding playing cards seated near senior female who is smiling

April 1, 2024

Laughter is Truly the Best Medicine!

Let’s celebrate National Humor Month with a darn good laugh! Check out this video of a baby giggling by clicking here. There’s nothing like a good belly-busting laugh to take us away from all of life’s seriousness now and again. Some may say they don’t have time to laugh, and to those folks, try to […]

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Bed and nightstand image

March 5, 2024

I Couldn’t Sleep at All Last Night

Do you find yourself tossing and turning and tossing? Don’t worry—insomnia is common! Cleveland Clinic tells us that about 10% of people are suffering from sleep disorders worldwide. While a restless night now and again might be typical for any of us, if it’s happening often, it’s time to find the root cause before it causes […]

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7 female nurses standing next to one another smiling

February 15, 2024

Living Your Best Takes a Team

  Think back on the course of your life. You were likely surrounded by a team from the get-go when you were born. Perhaps delivery room teams were smaller years ago than they might be today, but even still, there was a team cheering you on as you entered the world. Fast forward to preschool. […]

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Senior female doing physical therapy to stay strong.

January 31, 2024

The Keys to Every Heart Are… Health & Happiness!

 Ahh, February. It’s almost time for pink and red decorations, gifts from sweethearts, and sugary snacks—everywhere. Don’t forget, it’s American Heart Month, too! Did you know that more deadly heart attacks happen during the winter and holiday season? How about the fact from the CDC that 1 in 5 people having a heart attack don’t […]

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4 senior female residents standing

January 4, 2024

3 Steps to a Joyful January

January is a fresh start. New beginnings can feel excellent but a little overwhelming, too. The holidays have gone, the year ahead looks busy, and perhaps you need some extra coffee to help you get up and go. If you’re looking for ways to make the first month of a hectic new year a little […]

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Senior female and senior male both dressed in winter clothing outdoors

December 21, 2023

Keep the Blues Out this Winter!

Winter is here. While the beautiful snowflakes can be a welcome distraction, the lack of sunlight can take a real toll on some folks. As we slowly gain more daylight, it’s important to remember that the darkness may cause more than just a case of the blues for some. Some may experience seasonal depression this […]

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Senior female driving and senior male seated in the passenger seat

December 6, 2023

Enjoying the Ride from the Passenger Side

No one wants to imagine giving up the keys, and we all wait so anxiously for the privilege that the thought of losing it is scary. What’s even more frightening, though, is driving when it’s unsafe. The CDC tells us that 7,500 older adults were killed in automobile accidents in 2020. We often hear a […]

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Female clinician in blue scrubs holding the hands of a senior female

November 16, 2023

Healthcare Where You Need It

November 16 is National Rural Health Day. To honor this day, we’d like to shed some light on how Edgewood has been helping residents in cities large and small to receive healthcare services right where they’re needed most: on-site! Edgewood’s Medical Partnerships At Edgewood, we want our residents to feel like they’re thriving in the […]

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Senior male eating seated next to senior female with a fork containing peas

October 25, 2023

Food Makes the World Go Round

So many factors go into a favorable dining experience. A successful meal can go far beyond the ingredients, the menu, or even the place setting. The company, smells, sounds, and room temperature all play a part. If you’re under extreme stress, you’ve just gotten terrible news, or you’re waiting for medical test results for yourself […]

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Senior male raking leaves in fall

October 16, 2023

Tackling Your Fall To-Do List

October brings crisp temps, hot pumpkin-spiced drinks, and anticipation of upcoming holiday celebrations. Before the last of the pretty leaves fall, it’s a great time to accomplish a few tasks to prepare for winter in and around your home. Outside: Be sure to have heating sources prepared (wood stacked conveniently or fuel refilled) Turn off outdoor faucets […]

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