As parents or relatives age, balancing respect for their autonomy and independence against the potential consequences of their mental or physical health decline can be challenging. A power of attorney (POA) is one way to ensure that your loved one’s wishes will be prioritized. In a nationwide survey, 90% of people said they knew they […]
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The glorious spring weather, coupled with steadily improving COVID news, has felt transformative! The buoyant sense of expectancy has been furthered fueled by the arrival of our new van which many of you made possible, Noble’s festive celebration of Employee Appreciation Day, the thoughtful delivery from generous community friends of home cooked meals to cottagers,
Hamish Lutris, Slavery in Canaan, A New Van, Employee Appreciation Read More »
Lori Jones has been a beloved member of the Noble Horizons community for over 35 years, brightening the lives of Noble residents with her irrepressible warmth and unflappable cheer. When she first began her career as a Certified Nursing Aide, she floated between Riga, Wagner, and Whitridge. She particularly enjoyed Whitridge, where memory care is
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Did you know that as you age, your sleep patterns change? We often experience normal changes in our sleeping patterns, such as becoming sleepy earlier, waking up earlier, or experiencing less deep sleep. However, disturbed sleep, waking up tired every day, and other symptoms of insomnia are not a normal part of aging. Sleep is just as
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When it comes to senior living communities, they come in many shapes and sizes. It’s important to understand that there is no universal process or approach when it comes to aging and one’s needs. There is a common misconception that a senior living community (which provides a variety of senior living options) is the same
Skilled Nursing vs. Assisted Living – What’s the Difference? Read More »
The power of teamwork is embedded in the Noble culture, and in a recent conversation with Riga housekeepers Cynthia Curran and Heather Fresca, it is clear that teamwork is the secret to Noble’s strength. Cynthia Curran lives in Pine Plains, NY, and has always loved working with seniors. She had been doing private in-home cleaning
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Social media is in the headlines daily. Whether it’s a tweet from a celebrity, politician, or news outlet, headlines about Facebook, or viral videos from YouTube, social media, which is free and easy to use, has become a regular part of our lives. Humans are predisposed to connect and the quality of these connections impacts
Social Media and Technology for Seniors – Best Platforms for Staying Connected Read More »
COVID remains the lead story throughout the nation, although the infection rates in Litchfield County continue to fall as does the snow! It’s hard to believe that in just one month we will be welcoming spring-and closing out a full year in COVID’s grip. Bill Pond spoke about that year in a recent interview with our local NPR
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Part 1 of 3 part series February 18: Connecticut’s African-American Soldiers This talk will center on the 29th and 30th Connecticut regiments of African-American soldiers which saw valuable service in the war. The experience of these men, who served in the war with little more to anticipate from its ending than the chance to create future opportunities for
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Memory Care is a program or level of specialized care for people living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia. Dedicated areas of senior living communities provide safe and secure environments where staff can closely monitor the well-being of residents. You’ll also find programs, activities, and events that are designed to help memory care residents
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