NEWS & BLOG ARCHIVES

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CEO Quarterly Update

In the past we have sent out communication pieces to our residents and families a couple of times per year. By the time we have the piece printed and mailed it is old news. This year we are trying something different—a quarterly email. The purpose of the email is to give you an update of what is happening throughout the organization.

Osteoporosis

Osteoporosis is often called the "silent disease" because it is symptomless.  People may not even realize they have osteoporosis until it has advanced to the point where their bones are so weak that a sudden strain, bump, or fall causes a hip to fracture or a vertebra to collapse.  The estimated cost of osteoporosis and related fractures is now approximately 14 billion dollars annually.

Smart Homes are Safe Homes

Aging brings changes that may make your current home difficult to navigate or potentially unsafe.  Enter technology—what is being called smart home technology is making it possible for people to stay in their own homes and remain independent longer than ever before.

REAL Article

The saying “you can’t teach an old dog new tricks” isn’t true—It’s never too late to learn.  “Learning across the entire lifespan is incredibly beneficial,” said Dr. Suzann M. Ogland-Hand, a clinical geropsychologist in Grand Rapids.   

When Grandchildren Visit

One of the greatest joys of getting older is the arrival of grandchildren.  And nothing is more fun than spending time with them when they visit.  Following are a few tips to make your visit as mutually enjoyable as possible.

Supporting a Friend Who is Grieving

“Many people find that being with someone who has experienced a loss makes them uncomfortable,” said Janet Jaymin, director of bereavement services for Faith Hospice and a certified grief counselor.  “It’s a reminder of our own mortality, and we don’t want to think about it.”