5 Simple Ways to Improve Balance with Items Around the House As we age, keeping our health and wellness at the forefront becomes increasingly important. Whether it’s looking for ways to improve your diet, ways to reduce cognitive decline, or ways to increase physical stamina, total wellness can get overwhelming. It’s best to start small […]
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How to Spread Holiday Happiness to a Loved One Experiencing Memory Loss
Make the holiday season enjoyable, even in the face of dementia It’s officially the holiday season – the presents are ordered, the sweet potato casserole recipe is planned and, with COVID-19 vaccines in the arms of many, safely spending time with family is on the calendar. For most of us, this time of year brings […]
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Meet Carmen Johnson – Assisted Living and Memory Care Life Enrichment Coordinator
Hi there – my name is Carmen Mason Johnson. I am currently the Life Enrichment Coordinator for Memory Care and Assisted Living at Wesley Woods at New Albany as well as the CARES Dementia Basics Trainer for our staff. My educational background includes a Bachelor of Business Administration with a Major in Human Resources Management, […]
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Thinking of Selling Your Home? This Could Be the Ideal Time
Spring is in the air, and most of us couldn’t be more ready for warmer weather, budding flowers, and chirping birds! This time of year is a delight for the senses, and it is traditionally also a great time to sell your home. This year, however, springtime may be an especially good time to list […]
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Tips For Selecting A Senior Living Floor Plan
You’ve Decided on a Senior Living Community, Now, How Do You Pick the Floor Plan That’s Right for You? Finding a senior living community that meets your personal requirements and interests can be challenging. With a variety of choices out there, the process can be long and, in some cases, overwhelming. That being said, using […]
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Another Study Finds Potential Health Benefits to Living in a CCRC
In a recent blog post, I shared the results of an interesting study out of Washington State University that found that where you live can influence your lifespan. It looked at people’s gender, race, and education level, as well as locales’ walkability, socioeconomics, and working-age population and tied it to the number of centenarians in that […]
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When is the Best Time to Move to a CCRC?
For many older adults who are currently independent but like the idea of living in a setting where healthcare services are available if needed down the road, a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) can be an ideal solution. A popular question among prospective CCRC residents is, “When is the best time to make the move?” […]
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The Season has Changed, but the Global Pandemic hasn’t : How to Stay Active and Limit Isolation with the Colder Weather
The global pandemic hasn’t been easy for anyone. Especially for older adults, the lack of normalcy and decreased interaction with others has significantly contributed to feelings of isolation, sadness, and overall mental and physical health decline. The one saving grace the past few months was the warmer weather of summer. With small group gatherings (if […]
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“This Is My Home” – Jerry Shares His Thoughts on Life at Wesley Woods at New Albany
Jerry Krumdieck came to Wesley Woods at New Albany in 2017 after his wife of 44 years unfortunately passed away. Before moving, Jerry lived in a 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in Gahanna and while he loved his neighbors and of course, his home, he began to feel a real sense of loneliness. He and his Bengal […]
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What is a “Continuum of Care”?
If you have been looking at various senior living options, including continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs, also called life plan communities), you have likely heard or seen the term “continuum of care” used. It’s an important concept when it comes to the variety of services provided by retirement communities, but it is also a term […]
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