Associate Close-Up: Pam Walker
We recently sat down with the RN Care Coordinator at The Shores to learn more about her life and the passion she has for senior care and services . These are her
September 14, 2017
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It’s National Assisted Living Week!
From the 10th to the 16th of September, we’re celebrating National Assisted Living Week, when we join hands with the rest of the assisted living community and share the experience
September 11, 2017
Message from Afghanistan Results in Joyful Giving Moment
On September 4, United Methodist Communities’ Home Office received a message from Deputy Commander Major Rick Moreno, United States Marine Corps, stationed at Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul, Afghanistan.
September 7, 2017
Associate Close-Up: Michele Musto
We recently sat down with the Volunteer Services Coordinator at The Shores to learn more about her life and the passion she has for senior care and services. These are her
September 5, 2017
What Families and Loved Ones Want from Hospice Care
Death, or the approach of death, is understandably difficult to deal with. Terminal patients, as well as their families and loved ones, often find it hard to address, feeling overwhelmed,
September 5, 2017
Associate Close-Up: Ryan Champion
We recently sat down with the Sales Director at The Shores to learn more about him and his passion for senior care and services . These are his words: Q: What
August 30, 2017
Your Guide to ADLs and Assisted Living
Learning about the services assisted living communities provide and how they improve your or a loved one’s life before making the move is a prudent investment of time. You will
August 28, 2017
The Best Tips for Healthy Aging
Although it sometimes feels like it, getting old isn’t all about dealing with different health issues – it’s about enjoying your life. Here are the best tips from our CCRC
August 18, 2017
Medication Safety Tips for Seniors
Medication can be a lifesaver as we grow older and may have to deal with more health problems, but only correctly taken as prescribed by a physician. When multiple medications
August 14, 2017
The Importance of DNRs and Advance Directives
While planning for medical emergencies and health problems is important at any age, this becomes essential as we get older. It isn’t pleasant to think about Advance Directives and Do
August 8, 2017
CMS Awards Five-Stars to United Methodist Communities
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has awarded Five-Stars in overall quality to all four of United Methodist Communities’ full-service campuses. These include United Methodist Communities at Bristol Glen
July 26, 2017
Fun Mental Exercises to Keep Our Brains Healthy and Sharp
An active and healthy brain plays an important role in our happiness and wellness as we age, helping to fight dementia and other degenerative conditions which affect cognition and memory.
July 24, 2017
Fascinating Facts About Aging
Consistent with a rapidly aging population, research about what happens and what we can do about it continues to increase each year. In contrast to  negative perceptions, recent findings have
July 17, 2017
How to Start the Talk About Assisted Living
Assisted living falls among the  conversations dreaded by parents and their children alike. Starting the conversation about these types of long-term plans, even when they come from good intentions, can
July 10, 2017
When Is the Right Time for Family Caregivers to Consider Hospice Care?
Being a caregiver to a family member or friend is a choice that many people make because it helps avoid costly care and allows you to spend precious time with
July 3, 2017
