moments matter

A Senior Living Resource Blog from The Goodman Group

Capture the Moment: Celebrating National Assisted Living Week

Posted by The Goodman Group on September 7, 2018

“It’s our biggest week to celebrate residents, staff members, and our family members," says Tammy, life enrichment director at Regal Palms, a senior living...

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Topics: Senior Living

Meet Scott and Mango: Villa at Terracina Grand's Unique Friends

Posted by The Goodman Group on August 22, 2018

It's pretty common to see friendships form in our managed senior living communities, but we never expected one quite like this — an employee and the community...

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Topics: Senior Living

Establish Communication with Your Loved One's Senior Living Community

Posted by The Goodman Group on August 15, 2018

Transitioning a loved one into a senior living community can be an exciting time. It can also be a very busy and even confusing time as you and your loved one...

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Topics: Senior Living

World War II Heroes Share Stories of Valor

Posted by The Goodman Group on August 7, 2018

"The bravest are surely those who have the clearest vision of what is before them, glory and danger alike, and yet notwithstanding, go out to meet it." —...

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Topics: Senior Living, Veterans

8 Simple Balance Exercises for Seniors

Posted by The Goodman Group on August 1, 2018

One of the most important activities to continue as we age is exercise. Whether it's taking a walk, squatting, or strengthening muscles with weighted...

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Topics: Fitness

Overcoming Isolation in Senior Living Through Spiritual Direction and Community

Posted by The Goodman Group on July 18, 2018

As we age, many of our experiences are beautiful and rewarding, like welcoming grandchildren into the world, having the time to travel, volunteering, or...

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Topics: Spiritual

What Is Respite Care and Is It Right for My Loved One?

Posted by The Goodman Group on June 13, 2018

“How are you doing?” That’s a question caregivers are asked all too infrequently. While it’s a simple question to ask, people often focus on the one receiving...

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Topics: Senior Living, Transitional Care

How Virtual Reality is Connecting Residents in Senior Living

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 16, 2018

When Peggy moved into assisted living a year ago, she thought her days of travel were over. Instead, she’s cavorted with penguins in the Antarctic, was wowed...

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Topics: Senior Living, Learning

5 Frequently Asked Questions About Financing the Cost of Assisted Living

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 9, 2018

For seniors considering a move to assisted living, some of the first questions they ask involve the costs. We talked with Tracy, Director of Sales and...

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Topics: Senior Living

Communication Strategies for Speaking to a Loved One with Dementia

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 2, 2018

When a loved one has dementia, there will likely come a time when your usual way of talking with them isn’t getting the results either of you hoped for. Maybe...

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Topics: Memory Care