Honor our Elders
“Caring for our seniors is perhaps the greatest responsibility we have. Those who walked before us have given so much and made possible the life we all enjoy.” —John Hoeven – North Dakota U.S.…
Caring for the Caregiver
Do you wish you had more resilience to deal with the curve balls life throws at you? I think all of us find it hard to bounce back after a crisis. Resilience transforms the daunting…
The Card
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…
Support Groups Make Crucial Difference When Loved Ones are in Memory Care
They are our neighbors, friends, siblings and co-workers, thrust into caregiving roles with little notice or preparation. Their loved ones may be dealing with dementia or the aftermath of a stroke. They struggle daily with…
Is Creativity Lost in the Aging Process?
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…