It seems like a lifetime ago when “social distancing” wasn’t a phrase you heard regularly. Back then you could leave your home unmasked and easily buy hand sanitizer at the store. Life is very different than when we started 2020 and, as I said in my last blog, COVID-19 has impacted much about the way… Read More
As the Executive Director of a senior living community, the past few months – as you might expect – have been remarkably intense. There have been sleepless nights thinking about the safety of our residents, staff and families as COVID-19 has impacted so much about the way we operate at Springwell. We truly miss gathering… Read More
Can I Afford Senior Living? By Phil Golden, Executive Director Isolation is a major factor in the health and wellness of seniors. Loneliness can be a silent killer, and I can’t emphasize enough the importance of providing resources for and supporting our aging population. Unfortunately, many seniors opt to stay in their homes without sufficient… Read More
Isolation in Seniors is a Growing Problem By Phil Golden, Executive Director According to the results of a National Poll on Healthy Aging sponsored by AARP and the University of Michigan’s academic medical center, isolation is a growing problem among older adults between the ages of 50 and 80. The survey results show that… Read More
How to Tell if Your Loved One Needs Memory Care By Phil Golden, Executive Director Caring for an older loved one is one of the most selfless and rewarding acts that we can do in our lifetime, but when a family member has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, there may… Read More
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