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Alzheimer Report Reveals Top Stressors for Caregivers
Report also indicates lack of care navigation support and resources, plus provides latest statistics and information on Alzheimer’s prevalence, incidence, mortality, cost of care in state/nationally. The Alzheimer’s Association 2024 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report reveals that both dementia caregivers and healthcare workers report difficulties in navigating dementia care within the U.S. healthcare system.…
Planning for Your Future with Long-term Care
There are seven myths many mistakenly believe about long-term care. Preparing for a pleasant retirement should include considering a long-term care planning solution. NAPSI – As you develop retirement plans and think about how a potential need for long-term care may impact those plans and your loved ones, certain misconceptions may prevent you from taking…
What to Know About RSV
NAPSI—You may remember the old saying, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” That’s never has been more true than it is right now about good health and older adults, especially when it comes to protecting yourself during what is commonly known as respiratory disease season – fall through early spring. Last…
Bullying Isn’t Just on the Playground
Bullying is seen as a young person problem, but it can happen in senior living facilities. Shunning, gossip, vandalism, and more have been reported. Senior bullying may stem from personal biases, untreated mental health issues, or just general crankiness. Senior facilities should have anti-bullying policies and access to mental health professionals for residents, while families…
‘Grandparents Day’ in Romeoville September 13
A “Grandparents Day” will be held for Will County seniors on Wednesday, September 13, from 9 to 11 a.m., at the Romeoville Athletic and Event Center, 55 Phelps Avenue in Romeoville. The event is hosted as a collaboration between the Village of Romeoville, Senior Services of Will County, State Rep. Natalie Manley, Will County Executive…
Sunny Hill Nursing Home Resident Celebrates 101st Birthday
Feeling wonderful, energetic, and especially social on her special day, Sunny Hill Nursing Home of Will County resident Betty Nieswender was celebrated by fellow residents and staff on her 101st birthday on April 28. “It’s not every day you get to celebrate three-digit birthdays,” said Maggie McDowell, Sunny Hill Nursing Home’s Administrator. “Betty is a…
Village Woods Receives Top Honors
Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living, in Crete, was named among Best Independent Living communities in U.S. News & World Report’s recently released list recognizing top senior living organizations. U.S. News awards the designation of Best Senior Living only to those communities that satisfy U.S. News’ statistical assessment of performance on consumer satisfaction surveys administered.…
Spring Lunch/Bingo April 27; RSVP Now!
Join Meals on Wheels for an afternoon of food, fun, and Bingo, on Thursday, April 27, from 1 – 4 p.m., at St. Paul’s United Church of Christ, 5323 W. Margaret Street in Monee. Lunch is served at 1 p.m., followed by Bingo and prizes at 2 p.m. A $4 donation is suggested for lunch…
Village Woods Achieves Deficiency-Free IDPH Survey
For the second consecutive year, Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living received a deficiency-free survey from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). “Congratulations to the staff at Village Woods for their deficiency-free Assisted Living Survey,” said Megan Tengerstrom, vice president of operations. “This speaks to staff members’ dedication to following regulations and providing the…
Family Talking Tips on Moving to Senior Community
Let’s face it, when one’s parents were young and planning out their lives, they likely did not include plans to move to a senior living community. The truth is, they probably thought they could live in their own house, by themselves, for the rest of their lives. They might think that is the safest, most…
Village Woods Hosting Senior Educational Series
Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living in Crete is hosting a free educational series on a variety of topics related to senior living. Participants may opt to attend as many of the events as they would like. All sessions begin at 3 p.m. and will be held in the main building, 2681 Rt. 394 in…
Mother’s Day Display at Village Woods
In honor of Mother’s Day, Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living erected a display honoring the women who live at Village Woods. The display features the hands of the woman and the following words: These Hands… These hands represent the 55 ladies who call Village Woods home. They represent more than 4,865 years of combined…
Centenarians Celebrated on 100th Day at Village Woods
Sunday, April 10, was the 100th day of the year. To celebrate the occasion, Village Woods honored three residents, who are either centenarians or will be soon. Marcella will reach the century mark this summer, Florence turned 100 last spring, and Dolly has reached 104! Congratulations, ladies – you’re an inspiration to us all!
Uplifted Care Celebrating 40 Years!
Founded as Hospice of Kankakee Valley, Uplifted Care in Bourbonnais has played a significant role in the community during the past four decades, caring for more than 15,000 patients and is celebrating its 40th anniversary. The organization provides hospice, palliative, or supportive care for advanced illnesses, including cancer, dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, ALS, COPD, as well…
Seniors Make Cards for Hospitalized Children
Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living Community’s Craft Club recently made extra special greeting cards for some very special people. To celebrate National Random Acts of Kindness Week, Village Woods partnered with Cards for Hospitalized Kids to make homemade cards. Each card was unique and filled with love for brave children facing serious health battles.…
KCC Offering ‘Cannabis: Not Your Grandparents’ Weed’
A free information session, to kick-off spring courses designed for active senior citizens, will be held from 10 a.m. – noon, on Friday, April 1, in the Iroquois Room at Kankakee Community College. Jim Schreiner, the featured guest speaker, will present “Cannabis: Not Your Grandparents’ Weed.” This information session is part of the Lifelong Learning…
‘Letter to an Elder Day’ Bringing Students, Seniors Together
For some very special residents at Village Woods, February 26 is going to be a very happy day when the mail arrives. Village Woods Retirement and Assisted Living, in Crete, partnered with Coretta Scott King Magnet School, in University Park, to take part in the February 26 National Write a Letter to an Elder Day.…
