I am so happy to continue our series on Montessori-Based activities you can do with your loved one. If you didn't get a chance to check out our previous post on cooking with your loved one, take a look at it and have some fun! Either way, in this post, I would like to share [...]
Family and food: These are two things that are very important to our community and me here at Arbor Springs. So when I talk about food, I can't help but think about it in the context of the work we do here to help you and your loved one connect. The use of Montessori principles [...]
While we all can see the light at the end of the tunnel, it is so crucial for us to remember that our fight against COVID-19 isn't over. We still have a long way to go and must remain vigilant. With that said, we are getting closer to returning to a new normal. Especially with [...]
Thankfully we were first in line for COVID-19 vaccinations in Iowa. Many of us in the community have already received our vaccines. However, if you are not first in line or missed your opportunity to get vaccinated here in the community, you must do everything you can to get vaccinated or complete your vaccination course. [...]
If you think about it, much of the care we provide here at Arbor Springs shares similarities to everyday habits. Positive and healthy activities performed regularly to improve the lives of those we care for — we do that all the time. So as we enter the new year and look for ways to make [...]
Continuing to be active, engaged, and health-minded is so vital at any stage of life, but it is crucial for aging adults and seniors. Keeping a regular routine for activity and exercise is the key to maintaining, and even improving, the health and well-being of ourselves and our loved ones. Staying active and involved is [...]
After a long road and much sacrifice, it seems that the COVID-19 vaccine is finally here! While we still need to be very cautious, there is a good reason for hope and celebration. Furthermore, even with this happy news, there is still much work to be done. To make sure we are all on the [...]
Over the last few months, we’ve spent a lot of time in the garden here at Arbor Springs. While we’ve had many successes, we’ve also learned a few lessons. I’d like to take a moment and share some of what we’ve learned. Hopefully, you, too, can find the joy of gardening with your loved one [...]
Your loved one’s schedule has probably changed a lot with the new reality of COVID-19. While we would like to return to our usual routines once this is all over, for now, maintaining a schedule as best as possible is crucial during this difficult time. This can be especially important when your loved one [...]
While this time has been difficult for so many, it has especially impacted our senior community and those in long-term care. I’ve talked a lot about how COVID-19 has presented unique and challenging issues around caring for older adults and, in particular, those with memory loss. The role of caregiver can often be overwhelming, [...]
