nutrition in senior living

Nourishing Body and Mind: How Nutrition Improves Resident Wellbeing in Senior Living

It is difficult to overstate the roles that food, nutrition, and the dining experience play in shaping who we are - they are central to our memories, families, traditions, cultures, identities and, of course, our health. In order for Christian Living Communities to pursue our mission of enriching the qualify and dignity of life for …

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Posted by Laura Roese Health & Wellness Senior Living
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CLC & Curana Health: A Powerful Partnership Transforming Resident Care

When John* arrived at Someren Glen’s skilled nursing neighborhood after suffering a stroke, the future was uncertain. He faced multiple challenges—trouble sleeping, limited mobility, cognitive struggles, and nutritional issues. These obstacles left him vulnerable to wandering, falling, and experiencing frequent confusion, raising real concerns about his ability to regain any level of independence. That’s where …

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Posted by Laura Roese Christian Living Communities Health & Wellness Senior Living
Three Plagues and Spiritual Healing

The Three Plagues of the Human Spirit And Spiritual Practices To Heal Them

Aging happens. We all know this to be our path. But aging doesn’t mean an agonizing march to the end. Aging offers us a chance to fully live… all the way “home.” There are speed bumps and detours offered by the plagues of aging, but the journey of the human spirit can be beautiful.  Loneliness …

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Posted by Michael Beck Health & Wellness
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CLC & Curana Health Announce New Partnership in Providing In-Community Health Clinics

Starting January 6, 2025, the CLC communities Clermont Park, Holly Creek, and Someren Glen will have a new partner for in-community health clinics, Curana Health. Curana Health specializes in providing comprehensive, on-site primary care tailored to senior living communities. Curana provides services in 34 states and is dedicated to improving health outcomes while ensuring that …

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Posted by Laura Roese Announcements Christian Living Communities Health & Wellness
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‘Tis the Season – The Immense Value of Holidays and Traditions to Your Well-Being

As the end of the year draws near, many people look forward to holidays and time with family and friends. With Thanksgiving behind us, we look forward to December, which holds holidays for many religions and cultures. It is also a time that is often filled with familiar traditions: year-end celebrations, reflections, and holiday gatherings. …

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Posted by Laura Roese Featured Health & Wellness Lifestyle Thought Leadership
Spiritual Care

Nurturing the Soul: Why Spiritual Care Matters in Senior Living

For those looking at senior living options, many needs must be considered. One that is often overlooked but of vital importance is our spiritual care as we age. Throughout our journey, we build our lives in ways that are meaningful to us. We build relationships with family and friends. For many, this includes years of …

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Posted by Robin Visser Health & Wellness Your Impact
Surviving and Thriving as a Family Caregiver

Surviving and Thriving as a Family Caregiver

“There are four kinds of people in the world: Those who have been caregivers; those who currently are caregivers; those who will be caregivers; those who will need caregivers.” – Rosalyn Carter, Former First Lady Caring for a loved one is filled with joys and sometimes sorrows as putting another person’s needs ahead of your …

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Posted by Laura Roese Health & Wellness Thought Leadership
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Creating a Better Holiday Experience when Dementia is Involved

For many families the holidays are filled with togetherness, sharing, laughter and memories. However, holidays can also be stressful and tense even for people with healthy brains. For the 6.5 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s Disease and other dementias and their caregivers, the holidays can also be stressful, frustrating, and impacted by a sense of …

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Posted by Robin Visser Health & Wellness Senior Living
Combatting Ageism and Ableism

Together We Can Combat the Devastating Effects of Ageism and Ableism

by Dr. Amy Dore, CLC Board Chair, Metropolitan State University Professor Maddy Chapman, Associate Executive Director, Holly Creek Did you know that ageism is learned and developed during early childhood and continued throughout adulthood? Did you know 61 million adults in the United States live with a disability? Ageism and ableism plague every aspect of …

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Posted by Robin Visser Christian Living Communities Health & Wellness Senior Living