We played ladder golf and lawn darts this afternoon in the beautiful weather. The residents enjoyed a little bit of competition and fresh air.
Today we made beautiful glass bowls using alcohol ink. The residents love doing this craft because every bowl, even if they use the same colors, are completely different. No two bowls ever turn out the same.
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
September 21st was World Gratitude Day. We honored this day by passing out notes of gratitude to our staff and residents, our residents also passed out notes and flowers to the staff and other residents.
Happy Rosh Hashanah! To celebrate the Jewish New Year we served Challah bread dipped in honey and root beer floats.
What’s better than a Piñata Party? A Piñata Party with root beer floats from Nurse on Call, that’s what! The staff and some residents had a great time taking a whack at the piñata, and thanks to Joe for smashing it open, they got to enjoy the spoils of the piñata!
Today we had a lot of fun playing some new games. George discovered that he is an ace at corn hole, Aida is excellent at lawn darts, and neither one of us are good at ring toss. It was a draw when it came to the giant Connect Four.
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
Today is National Pledge of Allegiance Day. To honor this day we gathered around our flag and said the Pledge. Gene led us in the Pledge. It was a very moving moment for those who were in attendance.
Today is National Chocolate Covered Pretzel Day. What a perfect day to make some ourselves!
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
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/6181p8qxV
From all of us at Brookdale, happy Veterans Day to those who have served to protect our freedom.
It is National Vanilla Cupcake Day!! Today we decorated our own with some delicious buttercream icing, chocolate icing, and a variety of fun toppings. They not only look fabulous, but they also taste amazing!
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
One of this week's projects was creating our own coffee mugs. It was fun and creative. We can’t wait to use them in the morning!
Wishing you all a safe, spooky, and spectacular Halloween!
Today we started getting our second dose of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine. The residents and staff are really excited to be fully vaccinated!
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
Rosa is proud to have been able to receive the COVID-19 vaccination! Way to go, Rosa! 🎉 #BrookdaleHope
Maria was shaking it to the music today during our Hallway Happy Hour. 70’s rock and roll was blaring and Maria decided we should have an impromptu dance party!
Many people have heard of feng shui, but few really understand what it is or means. Guest blogger Kristen Murney explains how feng shui can be useful in small spaces.
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Practical Feng Shui Pointers | Brookdale Senior Living
One of our dining room servers, Mercedes, has gotten her COVID-19 vaccine. She did it to protect everyone around her!
