The Jewel of Christmas
I knew I was a grown-up when I checked into the motel in my hometown on Christmas Eve. My nostalgic thoughts of Christmas trees cut from the woods and Mom making sure she didn’t overcook…
Good Morning Vail Interview: Life Enrichment Activities Are Essential
When Castle Peak opened in the fall of 2016, the community’s goal was to serve 100 people in the first year of operation. That goal was reached in August, and we are now on track…
Taking the Fear Out of Alzheimer’s Disease
by Patty Crawford, Center ManagerNovember was designated by Ronald Regan as Alzheimer’s Awareness Month to promote screening and diagnosis. Why aren’t people flocking to their physicians to do just that? If we look inward I…
Staying Safe While Aging in Place
Are you an older adult who would like to stay in your home? We’d like to share some tips to help you get started. According to the United States of Aging survey conducted by AARP…
Two Organizations Join to Serve More Older Adults and Others in Need
We are excited to announce that Elim Care and Augustana Care have agreed to join together to combine housing options, skilled nursing/health care and community-based services. We expect to develop our plans more fully in…