How to Protect Yourself from Health Scams
Learn how to spot a health scam from an honest advertisement.
Congratulations to Grand Village's Wendy Griese -- Winner of LeadingAge Minnesota's Ray Johnson Leadership in Action Award
Wendy Griese's purpose in life is to help others find their purpose.
Top 5 Blog Posts — Feb. 13, 2017
Did you miss last week's most-read Changing Aging blog posts? Ecumen's online visitors found these articles most interesting:
Why Calling Older Adults ‘Sweetie’ or ‘Honey’ Is Ageist
Using pet names and child-like vocabulary with older adults is one of the most common ageist behaviors by well-meaning people.
3 Hot New Superfoods for 2017
With each new year come fresh discoveries and trends for the latest superfoods. A study from the Journal of Medicinal Foods suggests one food could help prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
Smith & Porter, New Restaurant at Abiitan Mill City, Now Open
Smith & Porter, a New American restaurant with a casual atmosphere, is now open in Ecumen’s new Abiitan Mill City building at 428 South 2nd St., Minneapolis. Smith & Porter will offer evening dining with contemporary entrées and small plates, vegetarian options, and a full bar with a tailored selection of wines and locally crafted spirits and beers.
Another Way To View Alzheimer’s – Without the Tragedy Narrative
A nationally renowned geriatrician takes strong exception to the common media portrayal of Alzheimer’s.
Zvago Glen Lake Co-op in Minnetonka Planning for an April 2017 Opening
A high school in Alexandria, Minn., has developed a unique program that allows students to become Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and help fill a pressing need for senior care workers.
You can read these articles and more at ecumen.org.
In Loving Memory of Peter Hilleboe: A Man Whose Legacy Made Life Better for Others
A heartwarming story of how the need of one resident at Ecumen Detroit Lakes made life better for many other residents.
Why Calling Older Adults ‘Sweetie’ or ‘Honey’ Is Ageist
Using pet names and child-like vocabulary with older adults is one of the most common ageist behaviors by well-meaning people.
3 Hot New Superfoods for 2017
A study from the Journal of Medicinal Foods suggests one food could help prevent Alzheimer’s disease.
Ecumen Century Club: Happy 100th Birthday Margaret Rose
Ecumen honors Margaret Rose, a resident of Ecumen Centennial House, who is 100.
Top 5 Blog Posts — Feb. 6, 2017
Did you miss last week's most-read Changing Aging blog posts? Ecumen's online visitors found these articles most interesting:
Smith & Porter, New Restaurant at Abiitan Mill City, Now Open
Smith & Porter, a New American restaurant with a casual atmosphere, is now open in Ecumen’s new Abiitan Mill City building at 428 South 2nd St., Minneapolis. Smith & Porter will offer evening dining with contemporary entrées and small plates, vegetarian options, and a full bar with a tailored selection of wines and locally crafted spirits and beers.
Another Way To View Alzheimer’s – Without the Tragedy Narrative
A nationally renowned geriatrician takes strong exception to the common media portrayal of Alzheimer’s.
Ecumen North Branch Receives Dignity Quilts
The Piecemakers Quilt Guild donated “dignity quilts” to Ecumen North Branch. These quilts, funded by a Thrivent Action Team grant and handmade by the members, are made to cover the bodies of residents while leaving the senior community after they have passed.
Zvago Glen Lake Co-op in Minnetonka Planning for an April 2017 Opening
A high school in Alexandria, Minn., has developed a unique program that allows students to become Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and help fill a pressing need for senior care workers.
If a Family Member Has Alzheimer's Disease, Will I Have It, Too?
An infographic to help you better understand Alzheimer’s genetics.
You can read these articles and more at ecumen.org.
Another Way To View Alzheimer’s – Without the Tragedy Narrative
Dr. Bill Thomas encourages another way to think about Alzheimer's without the "tragedy narrative."
6 Signs of Hypothermia
The National Institute on Aging offers several tips on how to spot, treat and prevent hypothermia to help older adults stay safe this winter.