Traditions are what makes the Holidays special. We are so grateful for the Naaman FFA and Horticulture Department for including us in their Christmas Traditions. Every year they bring beautiful Christmas Arrangements and deliver them to each of our homes. Thank you for brightening our Holidays!
We had a great 4th of July at Mayberry Gardens. Thanks to the owners and the administrative team for grilling 150 hamburgers and 100 hot dogs. The residents really appreciated the effort and the burgers. Some of the residents in House 3 said it was their favorite meal since being here. Not only did we…
A popular activity at Mayberry Gardens is our Latin Rhythm Therapy. It seems that everywhere you look now, Zumba classes are popping up. There is just something in the beat of Latin Pop music that gets your body going and ready to exercise. Here are some pictures of our Latin Music Therapy. Viva la musica!
Often, moving seniors into a new assisted living situation is a sudden change, caused by an unexpected situation. When there is a change in your loved one’s ability to live independently, such as a decline in health, or loss of a spouse, it may be necessary to move quickly. You may choose to do the…
Today we had a caricature artist Steve Leach come to each home and draw caricatures of our residents. Our residents and staff had many laughs as we discovered what we would look like in a cartoon. Steve did a great job. You can see his artist profile and work he has done at www.steveleach.com
The step in a senior’s life when he or she relocates to assisted living is often emotional and frightening. The difficulty accepting a new residence can have adverse effects on her mood and physical health. As a loved one, it is your goal to make transitioning as pleasant as possible to avoid problems that come…
So often the words “assisted living” and “memory care” conjure up images of lonely institutional settings rather than a place to truly call home. Fortunately, residential care homes are a wonderful ’round the clock option for those seeking warm, welcoming, homelike surroundings. Generally, these homes feature a kitchen, dining room, living room, private bedrooms, and bathrooms. Many also include…