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A Senior Living Resource Blog from The Goodman Group

The Healing Power of Pets for Seniors and Staff

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 26, 2017

During National Pet Month, we reflect on the fact that caring for animals is good for our health. We can all attest to the mood lifting and stress relieving...

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Topics: Senior Living

Senior Spiritual Wellbeing: Why Friendships Matter

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 25, 2017

Friendships help us celebrate the good times in life and support us through the challenges. As our kids move out and start families of their own, our ties with...

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Topics: Spiritual

Memory Care: What to Look For in a Community [VIDEO]

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 23, 2017

“If you’ve met one person with dementia, you’ve met one person with dementia. Everybody is absolutely different,” said Wendy, daughter of a resident in Naples,...

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Topics: Memory Care, Videos

The Benefits of Aromatherapy for Aging Adults

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 18, 2017

“Aromatherapy is a great first resource to consider because it is holistic and natural,” said Tina Vauthier, Executive Director at Westpark Village senior...

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Meet Betty: Finding Purpose Through Service [VIDEO]

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 17, 2017

When Betty's husband was diagnosed with dementia, they made the decision to receive additional support at a nearby senior living community. “This is home,”...

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Topics: Senior Living, Videos

The Importance of Dental Care for Seniors

Posted by The Goodman Group on May 5, 2017

Maintaining good dental health isn’t just about having a bright, winning smile—although that’s a great goal. It’s also about maintaining overall good health....

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Topics: Nutrition

Tips for Keeping Your Medications Straight

Posted by The Goodman Group on April 27, 2017

Often times when organizing, we can overlook our vitamins and pills. Adults 65 and older use more medicine daily than any other age group in the United States,...

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Topics: Memory Care

Spiritual Care at The Goodman Group [VIDEO]

Posted by Hutch Walch on April 20, 2017

Spiritual Directors and Chaplains work to nurture and develop the spiritual needs of our residents. It's our goal to provide compassionate care and relevant,...

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Topics: Videos, Spiritual

Spring Activities for Seniors and the Family to Enjoy Together

Posted by The Goodman Group on April 6, 2017

Spring is the perfect time to shed our warmer clothing and get outside! There is nothing like the beginning of a new season. It’s also the perfect opportunity...

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Topics: Senior Living

The Incredible Impact of Spiritual Care for Residents [VIDEO]

Posted by Hutch Walch on April 4, 2017

“Spiritual care is huge for all of us, not just our residents,” says Hutch, Director of Spirituality for The Goodman Group. “One of the most important parts of...

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Topics: Senior Living, Videos, Spiritual