SOULcial Salute Reverend Arlen Solem, Chaplain and Campus Pastor Emerald Crest Memory Care (Cassia): Burnsville, Minnetonka, Shakopee, Victoria Senior Living: A Layover Between Hospice and Hospital Chaplaincy After years of working in hospice in Milwaukee, Arlen found his way to the Twin Cities in the fall of 2016. He was planning on a career position
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October 7, 2023
September 7, 2023
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SOULcial Salute Michelle Jirik, Director of Childcare TowerLight Childcare, St. Louis Park MN Riley Crossing, Chanhassen MN Kids and Elders: Intergenerational Assisted Living and Memory Care Michelle Jirik worked in childcare for 20 years but always felt there was something more for kids. And she was right. Nine years ago when she saw that Ebenezer’s
September 7, 2023
Common Misconceptions of Aging- Part two
Common Misconceptions – Part two In last month’s article we offered some common misconceptions associated with aging. Now, we continue to shed light on this topic by addressing a few more: Dementia and Alzheimer’s are the same thing. Dementia is the “umbrella” term for general memory loss and other cognitive issues that are severe enough
August 3, 2023
Misconceptions about Aging- Part one
Misconceptions about Aging – Part one Ageism – seldom talked about but often practiced. It can be a subtle comment like “you look good for your age”. Or it takes a more harmful form such as job loss or patronizing health care providers, which can lead to over or under treating conditions. Without realizing it,
August 3, 2023
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SOULcial Salute Chelsey Abeln, Director of the Artis Way Experience ARTIS Senior Living, Woodbury MN Many Roads to Dementia Care in Assisted Living Chelsey’s career in senior living evolved gradually starting with her dad’s work as Hutchinson Minnesota’s police chief. His stories of troubled kids he regularly encountered hooked her heart. Combined with other experiences this
July 5, 2023
THE IMPORTANCE OF STAYING HYDRATED!
THE IMPORTANCE OF STAYING HYDRATED! What exactly is dehydration? Quite simply, your body does not have enough supply of water to enable your systems to function properly. The human body is made up of 78% water, the brain and heart are 73%, while the lungs are at 83%. (Cleveland Clinic) These statistics clearly show the
June 10, 2023
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness
Most people understand enough about dementia to know they never want to be diagnosed with it. Yet an estimated 6.2 million Americans over the age of 65 currently live with Alzheimer’s. It is the most common form of dementia. Those with first-hand experience caring for someone with dementia, know the value of friends and family.
June 9, 2023
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SOULcial Salute Ngawang Sherab, Certified Nursing Assistant Aurora on France Senior Living, Edina Assisted living or Transitional Care, it’s About Revering Elders Ngawang’s mom and dad have always been healthcare workers. In their Tibetan heritage there is a high degree of respect afforded to elders. On a family trip to Tibet when Ngawang was a
May 3, 2023
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SOULcial Salute Joann Arneberg, Faith Community Nurse Augustana Lutheran Church, West St Paul, Minnesota Community Health and Education, Missionaries, Church Joann’s interest in public health led her to earn her MPH degree from the University of Minnesota in Community Health and Education. She eventually became a licensed nurse in 2008. However, her experience was already
May 3, 2023
May is Older Americans Month
May is Older Americans Month Older Americans Month (OAM) was established in 1963. It is celebrated every May. Led by the Administration for Community Living, this year’s theme, Aging Unbound, provides an opportunity to explore a variety of experiences. In addition, it promotes the importance of enjoying independence and finding a purpose that enhances your