All it takes is one hit, and you'll remember them forever! Take a listen to our One Hit Wonders playlist on Spotify in honor of National One-Hit Wonder Day.
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One & Done Hits, a playlist by Brookdale Senior Living on Spotify
Residents tried their hands at tie-dye today!
The crafting group made beautiful fall wreaths for their doors out of embroidery hoops. It is so fun to see how everyone pretty much had the same materials to work with, yet all the finished projects are so uniquely beautiful!
Some members of our community book club get ready to discuss September’s book, Educated, by Tara Westover. Join them at their next meeting on Oct. 10. They will be joining the Chicago Public Library’s program “One Book, One Chicago” and discussing Exit West by Mohsin Hamid. If residents would like to get a head start on November’s selection, they can find a copy of American Dirt and join the discussion on November 14. The book club hopes to see you at an upcoming meeting!
As some states begin to ease up on stay-at-home orders, it's likely senior loved ones will want to pay a visit. Here are a few ways you can ensure your home is not only warm and welcoming -- but practical and accessible, too.
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Handy Tips for Making Your Home Accessible
Resident Joyce thought it was too nice of a day to not take a picture of her dog Toto enjoying our front patio. Thanks for sharing the picture, Joyce!
Mom and Dad taught you the value of a buck. Now that they're a little older, is it time to give them a little financial help? Check out our five tips to help manage your parents' finances.
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Five Tips to Help Manage Your Parents' Finances
Do October days put you in the mood for chili? Call 773-404-9800 and ask to speak to someone in Marketing to receive a free thermos of chili on Thursday, October 22nd between 2:00 and 4:00 pm at Brookdale Lake View!
Having fun in the jewelry making class!
Interested in living at Brookdale Lake View? Here is your chance to sample some of our great food to go! Warm-up this fall with a complimentary bowl of our residents' favorite chili (it really is- Fernando, who is in charge of making the soup for our community, has won the blind tasting chili cook-off that residents have judged three years in a row!). If you are interested in picking up a free bowl of chili on October 22 between 2:00 and 4:00 PM, call Annastazia at 773-832-0887 to RSVP.
As a caregiver, you may often put other people’s needs ahead of your own. While you're going above and beyond during this uncertain time, it’s important to take care of yourself. Burnout can interfere with your ability to provide crisis support during a natural disaster or in times of stress and anxiety. To be an effective caregiver, start with giving yourself some love. These self-care tips may help!
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Self-Care for Caregivers During Coronavirus
Virtually join us for this month's Friends for Life trivia event on October 16th at 1:00 pm and win prizes! If interested, RSVP to Annastazia at 773-832-0887 to receive the Zoom link.
When Jack York, iN2L's co-founder and president, saw that conventional technology was too difficult for most older adults to use meaningfully, he decided to find a way to make it accessible for all levels of physical and cognitive ability. We are thrilled to have him join Brookdale’s Director of Dementia Care and Programs, Juliet Holt-Klinger to discuss the use of technology to create personalized experiences that engage and connect older adults to their loved ones for our webinar on November 18th. Be sure to reserve your spot here: http://bkd.co/6189pDzu5
The secret to affording senior living isn't so secret. With the possibility of bridge loans, reverse mortgages, and life insurance conversions, you may have more options than you think. Join us for our virtual event, "Secrets to Affording Senior Living" and let us help you plan for life's next steps for yourself or someone you love.
This virtual event will take place on Thursday, Nov. 19th over Zoom.
For reservations or more information, call 773-404-9800 and ask to speak to someone in marketing.
In honor of Alzheimer’s Awareness Month, join us November 18 at 3 p.m. CST for this month's "In the Know" webinar as we discuss advancements in dementia care, from adaptive technology to caregiving solutions. The webinar is led by Juliet Holt Klinger, Brookdale's Senior Director of Dementia Care and Programs. Reserve your spot today!
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In The Know Webinar
Happy Veterans Day from Brookdale Lake View!
Of the young adults with autism that pursue further schooling after high school, 75% to 85% are unemployed after graduation. Octogenarian Beverly Ficon is helping change that through her work with Spectrum Works.
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How One Senior Is Helping Young Adults with Autism Find Jobs
Residents were able to pick out goodies at our Fall Farmers Market. There was fresh fruit, baked goods, decorative gourds, and hot apple cider to take home and enjoy!
Happy New Year from Brookdale Lake View! Do you have a resolution or wish for 2021?
Merry Christmas from Brookdale Lake View!
Happy Hanukkah! What is bringing a light into your life today?
Efforts towards COVID-19 prevention have become part of our daily lives, and finally a breakthrough is almost here: vaccines are on the verge of FDA approval. As part of a U.S. government program, Brookdale residents and associates will be among the first group to have access to a COVID-19 vaccine when it’s available. Read on to learn more about Brookdale's next step in aiding prevention.
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How Brookdale is Getting Ready for the COVID-19 Vaccine
Happy Thanksgiving from Brookdale Lake View! What are you thankful for this year?
We are proud to be named #1 in Customer Satisfaction in Assisted Living/Memory Care in the J.D. Power 2020 U.S. Senior Living Satisfaction Study. This honor is a testament to the resilience and dedication of our teams. http://bkd.co/6181pDznU
