Therapy Services in Senior Housing Therapy is a hot topic for older adults. Most people will go to a Medicare certified transitional care unit after a health event for rehabilitation. In this setting it is often daily and more intense. Therapy usually lasts anywhere from two weeks to three months. After progress stops so will
October 3, 2022
September 10, 2022
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Samantha Lenz, Fitness Specialist, Walker Methodist Westwood Ridge, West St. Paul It was love that got Samantha into senior fitness at Walker Westwood in November 2020. She and her husband are Minnesota and Wisconsin natives but their west and east careers had them nearly 1,100 miles apart. The answer was the Twin Cities. That and
September 8, 2022
Health Benefits of Moving to Senior Living
Health Beneftis of Moving to Senior Living September is Healthy Aging Month. Aging gracefully and with health means something different to each of us. What does it mean to you? This article focuses on three health benefits of moving to senior living: Nutrition, Socialization and Access to Health Care. Nutrition When a senior lives alone
September 8, 2022
Senior Housing Focus on Fitness
Senior Housing Focus on Fitness One of the key components to wellbeing is fitness. Moving your body for physical activity has many physical benefits. Increased energy, better sleep, lower blood pressure, and overall happiness are just a few. Senior living communities recognize this benefit. Because of this, many now offer different ways for residents to
August 6, 2022
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Tom “Fritzie” Fritz, Director of Culinary Services, The Waters of Excelsior With hundreds of senior living communities to choose from in the twin cities, food is the visible point of competition. And it’s not just flavors but presentation and service. Winning on all these fronts for the same diners day after day without becoming a
August 3, 2022
How Full is Your August Calendar?
August can be a full and fun month. A month when we make sure we get our family vacation in if we haven’t taken one yet. It’s a time for outings with friends on rivers and lakes. Time to spend at the cabin before we get back into the routine that September brings. It’s a
August 1, 2022
Dining in Senior Housing
Dining in Senior Housing Everyone enjoys sitting down to a good meal and they always taste better when enjoyed with family or friends. When you are dining in senior housing, knowing what to expect can make your experience even better. Here are some facts that you may find helpful. Menus and Options Here are a
July 11, 2022
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Sheryl Hassan – Director of Life Enrichment – The Wealshire, Bloomington Senior living communities all have activities schedules with dedicated directors. Some regard that as Life Enrichment. This title conveys the breadth of the discipline, particularly for those with dementia. However leadership is key in performance. Sheryl exudes a passion for the work that is
July 10, 2022
Outdoor Ideas to Boost Your Mental Health This Summer
Outdoor Ideas to Boost Your Mental Health This Summer Music Music has a way to calm and engage the brain. Do a little searching and you will find outdoor concerts around the Twin Cities MN History Museum has outdoor concerts on Tuesdays 5:45 -8 p.m. and Lowertown on Thursdays evenings. Explore Our Parks The Twin
July 5, 2022
What to Look for in a Memory Care Program
What to Look for in a Memory Care Program Moving a loved one with dementia to a memory care community is a difficult decision to make. The environment, size and care are all important things to consider. Activities and programs are one of the most important items to evaluate when choosing a senior living with