Augustana Care Open Circle Adult Day Services provides respite for caregivers while encouraging members with changing physical, cognitive and social abilities to continue to enjoy fulfilling lives. Members of Augustana Care Open Circle can attend…
An old friend once told me that the best tradition is someone else’s. He was just at the point of being pulled between families and being stuck with a menu that was not palatable. “No,…
Members of Augustana Care Open Circle Adult Day Services of Apple Valley recently enjoyed a Wednesday morning with hammers in their hands. The local Home Depot invited Open Circle of Apple Valley to join them…
It was a January day when I said “Yes” to Ronnie and Vel. Ronnie was recovering from a serious health crisis that brought him close to death. The decision for life support was to continue, full…
Marge walked into Augustana Care’s Open Circle Adult Day Services with a beautiful bouquet of sunflowers. “Here, I thought you needed these.” Everyone turned to look at the flowers much like the flowers would turn…
John was worried about the upcoming “Let’s Go Fishing” field trip. “I might be disappointed because it won’t be the same.” John had been an avid fisherman and has many fish stories to share. I…
When Larry handed me the envelope with “Open 0” scribbled on the front, I sensed it was something important. Larry is a charismatic guy who strived for the best and is a cherished member at…
Augustana Care Open Circle Adult Day Services is honored to introduce award-winning author and speaker, Stacy Monson, as a guest blogger. Monson’s latest, Open Circle, is a fictional novel highlighting senior care and reveals an…
“I’m not going!” Suddenly, Carl was unwilling to move from his seat. The Augustana Care Open Circle Adult Day Services staff was baffled. He generally followed the routine with ease and went to his usual…
I want to tell you about my friend Knut. He has been an influence on my life for 38 years. Knut was my friend’s father. The last two years of his life he spent time…
