Assisted Living
To move or not to move? The cost of senior living communities
February 21, 2020In a recent blog post, we looked at factors involved in deciding to move to a senior living community, namely health, home maintenance, transportation, meals and social life. Now, we’ll …
Read MoreTo move or not to move to a retirement home community?
February 13, 2020As a retirement home community, one of our main responsibilities is to work with families contemplating this choice and to help guide them to the decision that is best for …
Read MoreWe offer a “Home Sweet Home Promise” at all of our retirement communities
February 8, 2020What do you visualize when you think of “home”? Take a few seconds—maybe close your eyes. Perhaps several images come to mind. Your idea of home may be a bit …
Read MoreSenior living residents share their fondest memories of wintertime
December 24, 2019The holiday season is in full swing and our residents are enjoying the season. Each year, residents and co-workers come together to decorate our campuses throughout our retirement living and …
Read MoreFor American Diabetes Month, learn about potential warning signs and treatment for seniors with type 2 diabetes
November 19, 2019It’s inevitable—as we get older, our health begins to change. We often spend our lives focused on caring for those around us, but it’s equally important to care for ourselves, …
Read MoreCaregiving tips for families whose loved ones have dementia from our assisted living facility experts
November 5, 2019November is not only the month of giving thanks and enjoying the last of fall foliage, but it’s also Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month. This month, …
Read More7 ways photos can stimulate memories for loved ones with dementia in assisted living facilities
October 22, 2019As we grow older, it is normal to experience some degree of memory loss. People naturally begin to endure a decline in brain activity after the age of 50, leading …
Read MoreCountry Meadows observes National Assisted Living Week, Sept. 8-14
September 10, 2019Meredith Mills is COO and Senior Vice President of Country Meadows Retirement Communities, a role she was promoted to in mid-2018. Previously, she held the positions of VP of Strategic …
Read MoreHow personal care services support seniors with activities of daily living
June 27, 2019Adults perform six primary activities of daily living, generally without assistance. If at some point they can no longer do them on their own, personal care services at a retirement …
Read MoreNurses in personal care and assisted living homes care for the whole person
June 5, 2019Lisa Torchia has been VP of Clinical and Support Services at Country Meadows Retirement Communities since 2017. Her 30-year nursing career includes senior leadership roles at four hospitals, most recently …
Read MoreAssisted living or memory care services can help seniors manage their medications
March 28, 2019Managing prescription drugs can be difficult and even risky for seniors with memory issues, particularly if they live alone. Their risk for drug-related problems increases further as they age or …
Read MoreTough conversations at the holidays can lead to personal care decisions
December 21, 2018“Oh, there’s no place like home for the holidays, Cause no matter how far away you roam, If you want to be happy in a million ways, For the holidays …
Read MoreAssisted living and personal care homes support seniors in daily activities
September 11, 2018Country Meadows is observing National Assisted Living Week, Sept. 9-15, by “capturing the connection” between our assisted living/personal care residents and our caregivers who support these seniors in meeting their …
Read MorePrioritize and protect the skin as part of healthy, active senior living
July 6, 2018As Americans, we spend more and more each year on products that promise to soothe, moisturize and rejuvenate our skin. The Global Cosmetic Industry estimates that this year we will …
Read MoreCo-workers at the best retirement communities are driven by making a difference
April 30, 2018Q: What is the key factor in the happiness and comfort of seniors residing at the best retirement communities? A: The quality of the staff. Words from families about staff …
Read MoreDental care is a vital part of assisted living and personal care services
November 1, 2017With Halloween just behind us and all the holiday sweets just ahead of us, now is the perfect time to discuss oral health in seniors. Oral health can change during …
Read MoreMaintain a sense of balance, whether at home or at a retirement community
October 26, 2017One in seven adults regularly experiences imbalance or dizziness, which becomes more common with increased age. Good balance is necessary for good health, because it prevents us from injuries we …
Read MoreSeniors can breathe easier with supportive, trained staff at senior communities
October 10, 2017About one in seven older U.S. Americans has a lung disorder such as asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Breathing difficulties can make everyday …
Read MoreSenior living communities help manage fatigue and improve quality of life
September 28, 2017Though we may tire more easily as we get older, chronic fatigue in older persons shouldn’t be accepted as a normal part of aging. Most people over 65—many of them …
Read MoreCreate a memorable Grandparents Day—How to interview grandparents about their lives
September 8, 2017Grandparents Day was declared a national celebration in 1978 by then President Jimmy Carter with the intent to “…to honor grandparents, to give grandparents an opportunity to show love for …
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