Hispanic Heritage Month is from September15-October 15, 2020, and let’s take a moment to honor our Hispanic residents and associates. Ms. Rosa is from Cuba, known for their contribution to Salsa dance. Ms. Maria is from Peru. This country is known for its distribution of potatoes. Our associate, RA Ms. Maria is from Nicaragua known for its distribution of coffee and active volcanoes. RA Ms. Crystal's ethnicity is Puerto Rican also known for its good food and its tropical rainforest. Thank you to resident Ms. Barbara for her input and editing.
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
While this year’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s events will be different, they continue to be deeply meaningful. They continue to help raise awareness about the sixth-leading cause of death in the United States. They continue to help raise funds that make a difference in the lives of those facing Alzheimer’s. Brookdale Senior Living Inc. continues to be one of the largest corporate supporters of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. This year, thousands of Brookdale associates, residents, and patients are participating in or supporting virtual walks across the country.
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Brookdale Communities Take Part in Virtual Walk to End Alzheimer’s
Our gratitude campaign goes to our beloved managers/nurses, our beloved dietary/housekeeping staff, and our beloved welcome ambassadors. Gratitude is ageless!
The topic for this week is “Caring is Essential.” Listed below are some basic terms that may dictate the life in an assisted living program:
C. Caregivers and residents should be COURTEOUS to one another.
A. Positive ATTITUDE makes the atmosphere productive.
R. REMEMBERING manners toward each other go a long way to producing quality relationships.
I. INVOLVING yourself in the day to day will make for a happier stay.
N. NOTICING simple things in each other's situation goes a long way.
G. GIVING time and extra care to residents with special needs.
Thank you resident Mrs. Barbara (pictured)
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
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
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
Happy Veterans Day to all!
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 Halloween to all!!! From Welcome Ambassador Mr. Ted T.
Hoooooray to the winners of our Department/Individual Door Contest!!! They were judged by our Welcome Ambassadors individually! First place went to the wellness office, second place went to the business office and third place went to the nursing department. Happy Halloween to everyone!!!
Wishing you all a safe, spooky, and spectacular Halloween!
Happy February Birthday 💕 to:
Ms.Marie K., Ms. Francis S., Ms. Gayle G., Ms. Georgia B., Ms.Mary R., and Mr., Kenneth H.
When Bill and Louise began considering senior living options for Bill's sister, Pam, the availability of the COVID-19 vaccine became a major point of interest for their next steps. Now, after receiving the vaccine and transitioning to her new community, Pam is an official resident of Brookdale Cary.
Let’s give our men a big hand! 👏Great job in starting our early spring the right way... planting a bougainvillea in our very own courtyard. Thank you Mr. Ted, Mr. Richard H., Mr. Joseph and Mr. Richard K. for all your efforts. 👍
Rosa is proud to have been able to receive the COVID-19 vaccination! Way to go, Rosa! 🎉 #BrookdaleHope
Can tech really make pet care a breeze? Grab your furry friend and smartphone, and check out these apps that can make training and playing with your pet as easy as pressing "download".
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6 Senior-Friendly Apps That Make Pet Care a Breeze
Vaccinations are here!!! Great job residents and associates!!! Way to go everyone! Special Thank You to CDR, Ms. Amanda, Ms. Eileen, Ms. Andrea, Ms. Tamara, and all who were involved for smooth delivery of all vaccinations! 🙂👍
