3 Stomach Exercises for Seniors
At United Methodist Communities at The Shores, we haven’t met a senior who doesn’t love to eat! Which is great, because the ability to enjoy our food is one of
May 1, 2023
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Is it Time for a Memory Care Neighborhood?
Caregiving for a loved one with dementia is not easy – especially as the disease progresses. There are many symptoms and behaviors that pop up as a result of dementia,
April 17, 2023
Walk the Walk: Benefits of Walking for Seniors
National Walking Day is April 5th, and with spring quickly approaching, now’s the time to prioritize walking more throughout the day. While you may think a daily walk doesn’t do
April 3, 2023
UMC MVP: Lisa Tomlinson
United Methodist Communities is proud to introduce UMC MVP, a new way to recognize our amazing team members! Each month, we will pick associates who spread kindness and go above
March 21, 2023
Senior Women Who Just Get It Right
In honor of International Women’s Day on the 8th, our senior living advisors will shed light on some senior women who are role models in their field and to those
March 20, 2023
UMC MVP: Lisa Williams
Meet Lisa Williams, a CMA in Bridges, UMC’s hospice and palliative care neighborhood. Lisa is a UMC MVP for her dedication and commitment to her residents. Growing up Lisa wanted
March 6, 2023
Why Hospice at The Shores is the Most Comfortable Choice
If you’re making the difficult decision as to where your loved one will spend their final days, we would like to first offer you our deepest sympathy. We understand this
March 6, 2023
UMC MVP: Kyle Brewster
Each month, we will pick associates who go above and beyond in the community for UMC MVP. In honor of caregiver appreciation day in February, we’d like to highlight Kyle
March 3, 2023
What is Sundowner’s Syndrome?
If your loved one has just been diagnosed with dementia, you may be hearing some new terms. One of them being, “sundowner’s syndrome.” Our Tapestries memory care team is going
February 20, 2023
Activities for Seniors with Vision Impairments
Rarely do people maintain 20/20 vision – especially as they grow older. It can be a normal part of aging, but that doesn’t mean it’s any easier to accept. This
February 6, 2023
Should your Aging Parents Move into Your Home?
This is a question many of us will contemplate at some point in our lives. According to a study by AARP and the National Alliance for Caregiving, nearly 17% of
January 16, 2023
UMC MVP: Mary Jane Glassey
Each month, we will pick associates who go above and beyond in the community for UMC MVP. This month, in honor of Worldwide Food Safety Service Month, we’d like to
January 4, 2023
Simple Exercises to Improve your Hand Dexterity
If you feel like your hand coordination has declined, don’t fret, you can improve it. Or, if you are more concerned with preventative care, you’re in the right place. Just
January 2, 2023
Christmas Decorating Ideas for Assisted Living Apartments
If mom has just moved into assisted living, she may be wondering how the holidays are going to be this year. While it’s safe to say that things are going
December 19, 2022
How Can a Senior Living Community Help with Osteoporosis?
Many older adults face the complications of osteoporosis – a condition where our bones can become weak and brittle. The good news is they don’t have to face these complications
December 5, 2022
