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November 19, 2019,

Memory Care, Resident Spotlight

Meet Dorothy and Her One-in-a-Million Smile

Celebrating her one-year anniversary at Fieldstone Memory Care Issaquah, Dorothy is easy to pick out as she is always sporting an outfit in her favorite color—purple! Dorothy’s early years were spent on the family cotton farm deep in the heart of Texas, where she and her two siblings would help out with whatever needed to be done. When she was around 10, the family moved to nearby Abilene, where she graduated high school as a two-time State Doubles Tennis Champion.

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November 05, 2019,

Aging, Senior Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Social Wellness

The Protective Power of Connection

Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued; when they can give and receive without judgment; and when they derive sustenance and strength from the relationship. - Brené Brown

It’s no secret that relationships can sustain us, but what does it really mean for seniors to have social support? It makes sense that being socially engaged with others can help us be our best selves. But it’s more than just a feeling. The science is clear—social support is essential for maintaining good physical and mental health. Positive, high quality social support is linked to stress resilience and better health outcomes. Considering that fact, it might not surprise you to learn that social isolation has been linked to increased cognitive decline.

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October 17, 2019,

Meet Berne & Dody, Residents of Fieldstone Grandridge in Kennewick, WA!

One of the things we love the most about our senior living communities is the opportunity to get to know residents like Berne and Dody.

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October 01, 2019,

Health

Medicare Open Enrollment Reminder

Did you know that open enrollment for Medicare is just around the bend? Open enrollment begins October 15th and goes till December 7th, but you can start reviewing plans now. Each year, it’s wise to take a look at the plans’ costs and coverage.

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September 17, 2019,

Spotlight on Issaquah Caregiver: Agapia Rumpel

Fieldstone Memory Care of Issaquah is delighted to introduce our newest team member to the world at large. Caregiver Agapia Rumpel started working here last month, following in the footsteps of her mother Marioara, who's been our Medical Technician on weekends for nearly a year. 

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August 28, 2019,

Great Place to Work

We are pleased to announce that Fieldstone has been honored as one of the top 50 2019 Best Workplaces for Aging Services!

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August 21, 2019,

Senior Living, Memory Care, Assisted Living, Social Wellness

Stay “in the loop” with LifeLoop

Here at Fieldstone Communities, we know that one of the biggest needs in senior living today is finding ways for residents to stay connected and engaged with family members. Studies show that family engagement can have a direct impact on the long-term health of seniors in residential living communities.

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August 13, 2019,

Resident Spotlight

Spotlight: Meet Albert Ku, Resident of Fieldstone Cornell Landing

Albert Ku is of Chinese heritage and has lived in Michigan for most of his life until retiring to Portland to be with his children and grandchildren. Albert and his wife, Jane, have been married for over 50 years. He has two daughters, Natalie and Elizabeth. His grandchildren are Isadora (15), Giacomo (12), and Hugo (8).

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July 30, 2019,

Health, Alzheimer's, Memory Care

The Power of Music

Neurologist Oliver Sacks famously said, “In forty years of medical practice, I have found only two types of non-pharmaceutical ‘therapy’ to be vitally important for patients with chronic neurological diseases: music and gardens.”

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July 16, 2019,

Resident Spotlight, Fieldstone Communities

Resident Spotlight: Terry & Lucille of Wenatchee Memory Care

Terry and Lucille were two of the first residents here at Wenatchee Memory Care, joining us in December 2018. After 37 years together, they still enjoy spending time with each other.

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