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There was only 1 Caring Star 2021 community in Oregon! The Cottages Senior Living!
“We strive daily to provide high-quality care and services for our residents, and this award validates our delivery on that promise,” said Dana Bando, Executive Director of The Cottages Senior Living. “On behalf of our Community, thank you to those who shared positive feedback about us, and to Caring for recognizing us as a Caring Star of 2021.”
We also just received our new Pinnacle Customer Experience Award for 2024!
"I have a collection of collections.” We’re always talking about getting rid of stuff. What about the folks who, well, love their stuff?
Collectors and Downsizers: A Match Made in Heaven
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As some of us fill donation bags with unread books and mismatched dishes, others are hunting and gathering in search of that which we have discarded.Some overlooked ways to stay sharp: Dancing, playing games, and practicing awe.
5 Surprising Ways to Boost Brain Health
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Dancing, playing games and practicing awe are some often overlooked ways to stay sharpIs there anything better than receiving a heartfelt, handwritten letter?
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The heartfelt communication in letters can only be born of slowing down long enough to thoughtfully write instead of textFresh air, rich soil, bustling wildlife, and trees, trees, and more trees. Being in a forest environment can have us feeling one with nature.
Being one with nature: The effects of forest therapy
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Is nature calling us back? Research looks at the health benefits of forest therapy.
Studies show having a strong social network as we age is key.
Keep Current Friends and Make New Friends This Year
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Numerous studies show having a strong social network as we age is key, but how do we do it?Rain or Shine - it’s always a great day for coffee! Thank you Gotta Have Coffee! ☕️
A new study finds that people who are resilient to stress tend to have a healthy gut microbiome.
Your Gut Microbes May Impact Your Ability to Handle Stress
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A new UCLA study finds that people who are resilient to stress tend to have healthy gut microbiomesStrength, balance, and flexibility are the dynamic trio at the heart of healthy aging.
Don't Wait to Focus on Balance
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Assessing and strengthening balance is essential before it becomes problematicAging doesn't mean giving up. We can always find opportunities to thrive in new ways. A powerful reminder that we are never too old to improve our health.
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When this happens, it's usually because the owner only shared it with a small group of people, changed who can see it or it's been deleted.What’s good for your heart is good for your ears — and your hearing. While you can’t reverse hearing loss, having a diet that supports a healthy heart can also help slow or delay hearing decline. Here are 11 foods to try, plus some vitamins and minerals to protect your hearing.
11 Foods That May Help Support Your Hearing Health
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Plus the vitamins and minerals you need to help protect from hearing lossBlooming with cheer!!! Thank you to our friend Catherine for delivering beautiful red roses!!! 🌹🌹🌹
Aww. Mom looks so happy receiving the flowers. Thank you so much!!
Everyone looks so happy! I love that Catherine's husband is finding a good use for perfectly good flowers that are thrown out.
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