Happy Birthday! This month, we’re sending out the biggest Happy Birthday wishes to our amazing residents and team members! We’re also celebrating staff anniversaries; thank you for your dedication and heart! Let’s celebrate together! Happy Birthday to our Residents Mary C 8/03 Shirley C 8/06 Christine W 8/06 Juan E 8/08 Dwight Y 8/09 Linda Read More
When we hear the word “fun,” we often picture big adventures like vacations, amusement parks, or summer road trips. But the truth is, fun looks different for everyone. For some, it’s a bike ride around the neighborhood. For others, it’s playing a favorite video game with the grandchildren, reading a good book on the patio, Read More
Finding Good Fortune in Everyday Moments Have you ever heard the saying, “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity?” While we can’t control everything life brings, we can create more opportunities for good things to happen. That’s the idea behind Make Your Own Luck Day, celebrated each year on August 26. Making your own Read More
August 21 is recognized as National Senior Citizen Day—a time to honor the older adults in our lives and reflect on all they’ve given to their families, communities, and the world around them. While today is a great reminder to celebrate, the truth is: every day is an opportunity to show our appreciation. Our seniors Read More
Bratwurst may not always get the same attention as the classic hot dog, but this flavorful sausage has become a summertime favorite in its own right. Grilled, simmered, or served fresh off the barbecue, bratwurst is often a summer highlight at cookouts and festivals. With roots in German cuisine, bratwurst has grown in popularity across Read More
Few foods say “summer” quite like watermelon. From backyard picnics and family reunions to county fairs and neighborhood cookouts, watermelon has been bringing people together for generations. Besides being delicious, watermelon is made up of about 92% water, making it a refreshing way to stay hydrated during the warm summer months. It’s also a good Read More
This a timely reminder for adults, especially seniors, to take steps to protect their skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. As we age, our skin becomes thinner and less resilient, making it more susceptible to damage from sun exposure. Seniors are at a higher risk for: Protecting your skin doesn’t mean avoiding Read More
July is Social Wellness Month, a reminder that staying connected is a key part of well-being at every age. Social wellness is about more than being around others. It is about belonging, purpose, encouragement, and meaningful moments shared with others. These connections support happiness, keep the mind active, and encourage empathy and purpose in daily Read More
July is more than just Ice Cream Month, it is the official month for ice cream lovers! With sweet celebrations sprinkled throughout the month, there are plenty of fun reasons to enjoy a favorite summer treat with family and friends. Some of July’s tastiest observances include: July is the perfect time to make ice cream Read More
Thread the Needle Day may sound like it is all about sewing, knitting, or needlepoint, and those are certainly relaxing ways to spend time indoors while staying cool in the A/C. But the phrase has a few different meanings… it can describe finding a careful path through a tight space, making a precise move in Read More