Caregiving for our senior loved ones is truly an honor. They helped us, and we’ll do everything possible to keep them safe, healthy, and happy. Helping those we love can present a dilemma: there are not enough hours in the day when we have families to support, jobs to attend to, and ordinary obligations that […]
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Ahh, back to school. Your social media newsfeeds are probably filled with kiddos wearing new backpacks and shoes that help them run fast. While many posts highlight the excitement, some kids might also feel slightly anxious about the first day. As parents with young children, it’s tough not to feel uneasy on day one as […]
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Life flies by faster than we ever imagined. One moment, we’re 16, hoping mom says we can take the family car, and the next, we’re watching our grown children begin their lives. The hustle and bustle of daily life changes considerably during retirement, and it can feel like new territory. While you get adjusted […]
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Life is better when you have someone by your side. Day-to-day routines can begin to feel dull as years catch up with us and loved ones pass—the meals, TV programs, and even morning coffee aren’t the same if we’re alone. Having close relationships can impact longevity. Harvard’s longitudinal study of adult development explains this well, […]
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After helping seniors and their families find peace of mind through senior living services for the last 25 years, Sales and Public Relations Director Shannon Conroy at Edgewood in Minot recently had an incredibly eye-opening experience of her own with her father, Don. She hopes that sharing their story will help encourage others. It’s necessary […]
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Mother’s Day is fast approaching. Have you made plans yet? If not, here’s your reminder to make those reservations right now for her favorite restaurant or arrange to cook her favorite meal! Perhaps you are late to the party to get a Mother’s Day gift? Have you decided what to buy? If your mom is […]
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Think back on the course of your life. You were likely surrounded by a team from the get-go when you were born. Perhaps delivery room teams were smaller years ago than they might be today, but even still, there was a team cheering you on as you entered the world. Fast forward to preschool. Your […]
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Over 30 years ago, Edgewood Healthcare was founded after CEO and owner Phil Gisi recognized a need for more choices for aging seniors. Most cities could offer skilled nursing or independent senior housing at that time. Unfortunately, these two service models didn’t fit everyone’s needs. The demand for choices laid the groundwork for more than […]
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Ahh, February. It’s almost time for pink and red decorations, gifts from sweethearts, and sugary snacks—everywhere. Don’t forget, it’s American Heart Month, too! Did you know that more deadly heart attacks happen during the winter and holiday season? How about the fact from the CDC that 1 in 5 people having a heart attack don’t […]
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The new year is still fresh, and for many folks, it’s time to make changes for improvement. Sometimes, the changes you want to make can keep you awake, wondering how to make them happen and where to begin. It’s so easy to say what we want to change, but putting the steps in place to […]
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