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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Strokes are very common, in fact, they are the leading cause of disability in the US and the fifth leading cause of death. A stroke occurs when oxygen and nutrients are unable to reach the brain because of a blood clot or ruptured artery. When brain cells are starved of oxygen, they die, and the function
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Noble Horizons remains COVID-free in large part because of its proactive preparation, meticulous dedication to detail, precise implementation of CDC protocols, and a team united in its determination to keep every resident safe. In fact, in an interview with WHDD radio, Administrator Bill Pond insists that the residents have helped, “People totally grasp why we’re doing
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Transitioning your parents from their home to a retirement community needn’t be stressful – in fact, it can be quite enjoyable! The key is making the move a family endeavor plus ensuring your parents are 100% involved in the decision-making process – after all this will be their home for hopefully years to come. The
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Although there is no magic pill for preventing falls in the elderly, we often overlook one of the best kept secrets in prevention – physical therapy. Physical Therapists can help reduce the risk of elderly falls by 25 percent or more. Falls are the leading cause of fatal injuries in older adults and are the
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For a decade, starting in his early 50s, John Stanton felt as though he was walking on hot, burning coals. His ankles ached and throbbed, his feet were always tingling and, at times, all his toes felt as if they were being cut with glass. “For years doctors told me that these sensations were caused
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Marion Romeo’s 9/24 Lakeville Journal picture with her husband Fred doesn’t just celebrate 60 years of marriage, it recognizes the loyalty that defines Marion’s commitment to others. Her astonishing 20-years as a beloved Noble Horizons volunteer further evidences her dedication and steadfastness. After retiring from a nursing career in 1998, Marion brought her skills, compassion, and kind
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For 15 years, Linda Castaldi has been welcoming people to Noble Horizons. “I’m the first voice people hear when they call Noble,” Linda describes, “I’m always in contact with residents’ families, helping them feel at ease and providing them with information.” In Noble’s continuum of care, it is often the family she works with on
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Five years ago, Chris Galligan and his wife Mim were thinking about the next phase of their lives and a new beginning beyond the Hudson Valley, where they lived. After a long career as an arborist and gardener, it was time to retire. Searching online for retirement communities in this area, they stumbled across Noble
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Former educator Rosemary Farnsworth does her research. Back in 2001, she and her husband, George were considering a move to a cottage at Noble Horizons. To become more familiar with the Noble community they began volunteering on campus every Sunday. “George and I worked with a group that read plays and poems for an hour,”
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