December Employee Spotlight: Kenzie Michalski
Dependable, hard-working, and driven Kenzie started with American Grand over a year ago as a housekeeper, she quickly realized she had a passion for working with our residents and knew she wanted to make a larger impact. Kenzie switched to caregiving, and quickly excelled and was promoted to Charge, and has proven what an amazing […]
Fun Activities for Older Adults To Do At Home
Are you noticing the senior in your life falling into a rut of a routine? Nothing leads to fast deterioration of their health more than a lack of physical activity. However, it is also very common for elderly adults to fall victim to a dull spirit that ends up impacting their physical and mental health. […]
Affordable Senior Living Tips
The rising demand for affordable senior living isn’t entirely surprising. After all, the number of Americans aged 65 and older is projected to almost double by the year 2060. With all the myths surrounding old age homes, retirement communities, and assisted living, people often hesitate to seek living assistance as they age. Through these senior […]
Ways Senior Transportation Empowers Older Adults
You know how much the elderly loved one would appreciate being able to travel, yet they cannot drive appropriately on their own. What can you do to guarantee that a loved one may travel on their own, live to the fullest, and yet be safe? Don’t you think it would be wonderful if your elderly […]
Ways to Combat Senior Loneliness | Staying Connected in Assisted Living
An increasing set of studies show how social isolation may be detrimental to seniors’ physical and mental health. According to one study, loneliness is just as harmful as obesity or smoking. The University of Chicago researchers have shown that lonely persons have much stress and higher blood pressure levels. Consider this professional advice on preventing senior loneliness if you’re […]
November Employee Spotlight: Michelle Tapia
Making Shifts Easier, More Fun Michelle has been working at American Grand for almost two years now, and she’s a resident favorite on the South Side. She is a very hard worker who can handle any challenge thrown at her, and she always adapts to new situations quickly. Everyone here loves working with Michelle because […]
October Employee Spotlight: Vicki Krueger
A Quick Thinker and Problem Solver Vicki has been with American Grand for well over a year. She came to us with ZERO experience in the caregiving field. She shortly rose to be one of our best and most caring caregivers. Vicki started on the North side on NOCS but quickly moved to second shift […]
Routine and Exercise Tips for Seniors
Establishing an exercise routine is crucial as we get older! A healthy body can support a healthy mind and guard against conditions like cancer, diabetes, and arthritis, to mention a few. The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend that seniors engage in 150-300 minutes of activity a week. This exercise should incorporate muscular building and balance training, […]
Talking to Your Parents About Assisted Living | Assisted Living for Seniors
It might be challenging to bring up assisted living for seniors with parents. Transitioning to a senior living facility is often seen as a permanent strike to an elder’s freedom. Many older people persistently avoid discussing this subject for fear of being forcibly evicted from their homes. Adult children and even spouses avoid the topic […]
September Employee Spotlight: Faithe Huff
Making Her Lists, Checking Them Twice Faithe has been with American Grand for almost 8 years now. She started working as the Night Shift Charge on Southside until she moved to our Northside a little over a year ago. Faithe has always been a very hard worker. She has always come to work early, stayed […]