The Senate Special Committee on Aging invited the public to a hearing on the issue of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Presentations from panelists, the most famous of which was actor Mickey Rooney, and findings of the Government Accountability Office report, which concluded that the…
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Day two of the conference is set to go
After a great day today at the winter conference, day two looks to be another great day. Day two puts the focus on our front-line leaders. We begin with an opening keynote from Roman Bloemke, the Director of Operations at Welcome Home. We then welcome…
Chocolate & Choice in Alzheimer’s Care
A recent article in the New York Times describes the benefits of non-pharmacological techniques that create positive emotional experiences for seniors living with Alzheimer’s. Scientific studies as well as anecdotal evidence indicate that using food, scheduling, art, music, and exercise to create a pleasing environment…
Walking may delay Alzheimer’s decline
A new study finds that walking five miles per week can stall the decline of cognitive function among seniors who are already experiencing mild forms of dementia. This level of activity can even help ward off symptoms of cognitive decline in otherwise healthy people, according…
Resident celebrates 100 years!
On January 1st Iver B. celebrated his 100th birthday at Manor House Senior Living in Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Iver lived in Norway for his first 9 months when his parents decide to move to Longville, Minnesota. There, they bought a farm and raised all sorts of animals, including, horses, cattle.…
The Balance Challenge
Are you caring for a spouse, family member or friend and at the same time trying to balance work responsibilities? Recently, a follower shared her challenge of trying to balance caring for a family member in addition to her role as a senior care marketer.…
Deadline is tonight at midnight!
Today is the deadline! Be sure to get your nominations in for the Northstar Leadership Award. The 2010 North Star Leadership award exemplifies those individuals who work in Welcome Home properties for the work that they do with the residents and with their team members.…
Alzheimer’s Foundation Holds First Awareness Telethon
In an effort to raise awareness and funds to support people suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and their caregivers the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America will host its first-ever telethon. The “Together for Care” telethon airs on NBC this Saturday (Dec. 4). Host Al Roker and other…
Music lessons falls
Exercise programs are about to get louder. New research shows that seniors who participate in activities that incorporate both music and rhythmic movement may suffer from fewer falls. Introducing a music-based multitask exercise program for community-dwelling elderly people may lead to improved gait (manner or…
Dreams Can Come True
Orchard Hill hosts Dreams Can Come True event Today, Orchard Hill assisted living community in New Ulm, Minnesota hosts their first Dreams Can Come True event. You can watch the event live via our Welcome Home LIVE channel on our website. Program starts at 2pm. …
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