Caring for the Caregiver
Do you wish you had more resilience to deal with the curve balls life throws at you? I think all of us find it hard to bounce back after a crisis. Resilience transforms the daunting…
The Card
When Larry handed me the envelope with “Open 0” scribbled on the front, I sensed it was something important. Larry is a charismatic guy who strived for the best and is a cherished member at…
Support Groups Make Crucial Difference When Loved Ones are in Memory Care
They are our neighbors, friends, siblings and co-workers, thrust into caregiving roles with little notice or preparation. Their loved ones may be dealing with dementia or the aftermath of a stroke. They struggle daily with…
Is Creativity Lost in the Aging Process?
Augustana Care Open Circle Adult Day Services is honored to introduce award-winning author and speaker, Stacy Monson, as a guest blogger. Monson’s latest, Open Circle, is a fictional novel highlighting senior care and reveals an…
Caregiver Resilience
Elk Run by Augustana Care is a non-profit, faith based assisted living community in Evergreen that also offers respite services. Respite services are an option for families who need guilt-free time away from caregiving or…