Category: Senior Living

On today’s episode of Arrow Nicely News, we’re taking a look at Black History Month and how Arrow commemorated this very special time in February! Lenny sits down with Katarina Vrhovac, Arrow’s Resident Experience Director, to learn all about Arrow’s Black History Month Story Corner, our partnership with eyeseeme bookstore, intergenerational events and book readings, […]

This episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri. Charlie and Elizabeth discuss “Engagement Ideas and Participation” for loved ones living with dementia. It is essential to focus on practical, compassionate, and effective strategies. Join Elizabeth Thompson […]

Choosing a “Word of the Year” is more than just a fun tradition. It is a powerful tool for focus and growth at Walden Place Senior Living. A single word can guide decisions, inspire actions, and unite teams around a shared purpose. Reflecting on the selected word helps highlight how it shaped culture, strengthened connections, […]

In this episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts at Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri, Elizabeth and Charlie welcome special guest, Julia Baechle with EmpowerMe Wellness, for an after episode Q&A session. Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional […]

In this episode of ‘Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast’ LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts at⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri, Elizabeth and Charlie contemplate “The Top Eight Questions We are Asked” about dementia, followed by easy-to understand explanations and answers. Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia […]

Building a Welcoming Foundation As Resident Services Director at Walden Place Senior Living, I’ve seen firsthand how a strong sense of community transforms senior living from a place to stay into a place to truly thrive. Building connections among residents, team members, and the surrounding neighborhood is essential for fostering well-being, joy, and purpose. Creating […]