Most people equate December with the holidays – and rightfully so – but December is also a great month to spend some time on hobbies like reading and writing. In fact, the whole month of December is known as Read a New Book Month, and December 7th is National Letter Writing Day! While the pandemic will […]
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On December 4th we wished long time Recreation Department member, JoAnna Whitmore, a happy retirement. JoAnna joined the Noble community nine years ago, following a long career at Sharon Hospital. “It was one of the best decisions I ever made. As soon as I got here, I felt so at home. Everyone here is so caring
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While everyone is a potential online scamming target and victim, seniors are a primary target. In fact, 20% of Americans who are over 65 have been financially taken advantage of and over 80% of telemarketing scams prey on victims over the age of 60. Scammers gravitate to an opportunity like moths to a flame. People across
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Lynn Famigletti loves her job. “I always want to do what I can to help everybody,” says Lynn and as the Wellness Coordinator, she is doing exactly that. As the Wellness Coordinator, Lynn works with the cottagers and cobble residents, overseeing their health and wellness needs, and during the pandemic, providing a variety of services
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November is Diabetes Awareness Month and it’s also the kickoff to the holiday season. The most important focus of the holidays is spending time enjoying the company of friends and family, although the food is a very close second. Whether you or an aging loved one has diabetes, it can be especially difficult to manage the disease
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When Medicare awarded Noble Horizons its highest 5-star rating, we were especially proud to be recognized for our staffing levels which exceed the industry standard. Providing extra hands to deliver exceptional care is The Noble Way. Maintaining our high nurse to resident ratio, however, can be challenging in our rural, sparsely populated area, so we
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Social interaction is a key component of healthy aging. Beyond a cup of coffee, there are many ways for older adults to remain socially connected, among them volunteering, adult education, new hobbies, and volunteering which is an excellent way to stay connected to one’s community and to give back. There are not only documented medical
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We all age differently and thereby will face different challenges over the years including a transition of living. Navigating health care decisions later on in life isn’t always a straightforward progression either. Making the decision to move from an independent living environment to one that involves 24-hour care is one that should be carefully thought
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Whether you are new to Medicare or have been enrolled for several years, it’s important to understand that Medicare plans change from year to year. The best time to join a Medicare health or drug plan is when you first get Medicare. Signing up when you’re first eligible can help you avoid paying a lifetime
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