October is typically when individuals and teams gather across the nation to walk together with the goal to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care and research. This year the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s looks a little different, but the commitment from the various communities…
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Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease
Bus Jensen’s Birthday Bash: The Preserve Celebrates First Resident to Turn 100!
Bus Jensen was born in 1920, just as telephones were becoming commonplace in homes. Fast forward 100 years, and Bus is still using the phone to communicate with family and friends. Sort of. Rotary dial phones are long gone, so these days he’s using an iPad to FaceTime his children and gr…
Providing Connections Through Technology to Our Residents with iN2L
During this time of social isolation in all communities due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the availability of technology-based tools is more important than ever to help seniors stay connected to the outside world. Implementation of iN2L, or It’s Never 2 Late, at The Preserve has done just th…
Why Healthy Socialization and Activities Matter as We Age
Studies show a strong link between the overall health of older adults and the level of social interaction in their lives. The need for a social life and healthy relationships with family and friends does not diminish as we age, and is particularly important for seniors. The positive effect…
6 Tips to Managing Emotions During the Holidays
As a community who cares for their residents and staff who may be feeling the holiday blues, The Preserve is committed to offering a whole-person approach to wellness and lifestyle, including programs geared toward living a full and enriched life. Wellness is not only physical; it is menta…
Three Generations of VOANS History: A Successful Mission of Healthcare and Spiritual Influence
Established in the early 1990s with a mission of uplifting religious workers, October has been designated as Pastor (Clergy) Appreciation Month. Within Clergy Appreciation Month, the second Sunday of October is celebrated annually as Pastor Appreciation Day and recognizes the contributions…
Person-Centered Care for Whole-Person Wellness
The Preserve is putting the finishing touches on construction just as wellness month approaches. This encourages staff to think about the person-centered approach our family, Volunteers of America National Services, built their foundation on. After all, we are a community focused on encour…