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August 11, 2025

Senior Living Redefined: Making the Golden Years Glamorous

Discover a Brighter, More Vibrant Future in Senior Living   What if aging wasn’t something to dread, but something to look forward to? Today’s senior living communities are shifting the narrative and creating vibrant, engaging, and even glamorous lifestyles for older adults. At Edgewood, senior living means more than slowing down. It means embracing new […]

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July 21, 2025

Moving to Assisted Living: A Step-by-Step Guide to Making It Feel Like Home

      Deciding to move into an assisted living community is a major life transition—one that can feel both exciting and overwhelming. Whether you’re exploring options for yourself or a loved one, preparation is key to making the move smooth and successful. In this blog, we’ll cover what to ask during your search, how […]

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July 10, 2025

Calling in Backup: How to Share the Care and Avoid Burnout

  Many adult children naturally step into the role of caregiver to help their aging parents. However, caregiving isn’t always black and white—it comes in many forms. Whether you’re helping with daily tasks or providing full-time care, it’s important to recognize that taking a break, or even passing the care to others, isn’t just okay—it’s […]

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senior residents enjoying music in assisted living

July 1, 2025

Assisted Living vs. Skilled Nursing: What Families Should Know

Choosing between assisted living and skilled nursing is a significant decision, one that many families face when a loved one’s health begins to decline. While both settings provide care and support, understanding the differences can help you and your loved one make the best choice based on their needs, preferences, and goals.   Why Do […]

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July 1, 2025

Edgewood Healthcare Announces Promotion of Jill Wilson-Chandler

              FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE News Release Contact: Phil Gisi Title: CEO, Edgewood Healthcare Phone: 701-738-2000   Grand Forks, ND — Edgewood Healthcare is announcing the promotion of Jill Wilson-Chandler as part of a significant advancement in its organizational structure. This transformation reflects the long-term vision of Phil Gisi, Founder […]

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June 19, 2025

Aren’t Alzheimer’s and Dementia the Same Thing?

Understanding the Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease   We all forget things from time to time, especially as we age. While occasional memory lapses are normal, frequent memory loss that disrupts daily life may signal something more serious, like Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia. As a leading provider of memory care services […]

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June 13, 2025

Familiar and Comfortable: The Senior Living Advantage of On-Site Healthcare

    Where Everybody Knows Your Name   Remember that old theme song from Cheers? “Sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name…” There’s just something comforting about being surrounded by people who really know you. That sense of familiarity makes a house feel like home, and in senior living communities, it’s a […]

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June 4, 2025

Thirst Things First: Why Staying Hydrated is Important for Seniors

Hydration Needs Change   Does it feel like just yesterday when you were a kid, running barefoot through the grass, drinking no more than a few sips from a garden hose with your friends during the summer? Those days were easy and carefree, but as we age and become seniors, staying hydrated requires more attention, […]

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May 28, 2025

Creative Ways to Stay Connected with Loved Ones—Near or Far

  Bring Joy by Staying in Touch   We all know there’s nothing quite like our people—the ones who’ve known us forever or those honorary family members we’ve collected along the way. But sometimes life, time zones, and plain old busy schedules can make staying connected feel like a challenge. Let’s change that with a […]

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Senior living residents standing near a supply of food

May 2, 2025

Emergency Preparedness for Seniors: How to Be Ready Before a Disaster

    Are You Ready for an Emergency?   At Edgewood, we have emergency preparedness plans in place to keep residents safe. But if you live in a private home, chances are you don’t have a backup plan—until disaster strikes. And by then, it’s too late, so we wanted to share our helpful tips with […]

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