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 would like to wish a very Happy Birthday to this lovely woman. Ms. Mary, we wish you a wonderful day!! We are so glad your family and friends helped to make it special!
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
Pets are a wonderful source of comfort and love. Smidget is bringing us joy today in her cute little cowgirl hat. Take a tip from Maria and her dog Smidget and spread smiles whenever you can.
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 Ladies Group is selling their fleece quilts that have been lovingly crocheted with decorative trim & beautiful embellished crosses. Their yarn puppies are a hit and are available to order in any color you choose. We are NOT open to the general public at this time, so, If you are interested in ordering a yarn puppy or purchasing a blanket or cross, please call Wendy at 346-241-5883, and we can arrange for a contactless pickup.
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
Mr. Leonard loves license plates. Before moving to Brookdale he had a collection of 12,000 plates from all the states in the US. Since 1994, Leonard has been metal crafting license plates into large and small Texas shapes, birdhouses, and feeders. His newest creation is a handled basket. Over the years he has sold his work all over the state. His warm smile and daily jokes have endeared him to all of us here. If you would like more information on how to purchase any of his one of a kind creations, Please call Wendy in Resident Programs at 361-777-0303.
Congratulations to Ms. Winnie, the winner our fall basket raffle. We hope you enjoy all of your new goodies!
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
Today we are honoring all who have served. We are grateful to our Veterans & their families. We are indebted to them for their selfless sacrifice, dedication, and bravery. Their proud service secures our freedom and our Nation. With humble hearts we thank them.
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/6182pBCsr
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 Birthday to this beautiful lady! Muriel, we love your fun loving nature and joy for life! Since she was born on Halloween she seems to doubly celebrate every occasion!!
On Saturday, October 31st, Halloween night, stop by outside our community for safe and socially distant trick or treating. We have constructed no contact candy chutes! Our residents will love seeing the children pass by in their costumes from a safe distance as they get a treat bag via our 10-foot long candy chutes. Please like and share so that we can spread the word throughout the Portland community. We will start the fun at 6:00 p.m.!
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.
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
One of our dining room servers, Mercedes, has gotten her COVID-19 vaccine. She did it to protect everyone around her!
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
Efforts towards COVID-19 prevention have become part of our daily lives, and we are so pleased to share that our Brookdale residents and associates are among the first group to have access to a COVID-19 vaccine. We are partnering with CVS Health through the federal government’s Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program and will be having our first vaccine clinic on 1/15/2021 at 11:00am for community residents and associates who are interested in receiving the vaccine. Together, we can take action to prevent COVID-19. #BrookdaleHope
Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine here:
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Benefits of Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine
