An Emergency Home and Life-Affirming Rescue at the Ecumen Home Office
You will find nothing in Ecumen’s mission statement about coyotes. But Ecumen employees are empowered to make judgment calls — especially compassionate ones.
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7 Winter Safety Tips for Seniors
With the winter months hitting full-force in the Midwest, taking extra caution is important for all ages- especially for seniors. Here are Care.com's tips for ensuring safety for seniors this winter.
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Next Avenue Honors Larry Minnix on “2015 Influencers in Aging” List
Next Avenue has just released its first annual "Influencers in Aging" list, honoring 50 leaders who are changing the way we age and think about aging.
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MinnPost and UCare Convening Expert Panel Oct. 29 on Caring for Minnesota Seniors Without Breaking the Bank
MinnPost and UCare are teaming up to present an October 29 event titled “Preparing for the ‘Silver Tsunami’: How can we better care for Minnesota seniors without breaking the bank?”
The free breakfast panel discussion will take place 7:30-9 a.m. Thursday, October, 29, in Northrop’s Best Buy Theater on the University of Minnesota campus. Drinks and light…
Ecumen Celebrates National Assisted Living Week
This is National Assisted Living Week, and Ecumen is proud to honor our assisted living residents and their caregivers at our 32 communities as we celebrate this special week.
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Ecumen Lights of Honor Community Celebrations Honor, Remember, Celebrate
Honor lights are being lit across Minnesota as Ecumen communities host their annual "Lights of Honor" celebrations.
Lights of Honor is a fundraiser held at each Ecumen community that allows individuals to…
Honor and recognize someone whose life impacts yours.
Remember a loved one who has passed away.
Celebrate outstanding care provided by a staff member.
Ecumen…
Next Avenue: Retiring Early, Retiring Late, Retiring Penniless
Richard Eisenberg's article explores the current trends of retirement, as well as the implications for workers, retirees and policymakers.
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Noted Chef Steve Knowlton Brings His Passion for Food to The Classic at Hillcrest Greens
Chef Steve Knowlton has made his mark in trendy restaurants. Now he's challenging himself to raise the bar on dining in a senior living community.
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6 Things Caregivers Must Do While There’s Still Time
Rather than fear elder care, get ready for it. Preparing ahead of time eases the strain, says longtime elder law attorney Stuart Furman, writing for Next Avenue. He offers six suggestions to help prepare for some of the most common stressful situations that can occur during elder care. For more in-depth information, see Furman’s The ElderCare Ready Book.
Ecumen Century Club: Happy 105th Birthday Verna Bloom
Everybody wants to know Verna Bloom’s secret. She’ll tell you being 105 years old “surprises” her because she has no big secrets to longevity — except maybe a positive attitude. “Every day is a gift from God,” Verna is fond of saying.
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