Noah Braafhart
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Noah Braafhart began working at Cassia’s Newton Village community six months ago after being recruited from a CNA class at the local high school. According to Assistant Director of Nursing Sarah…
Creating Home Wherever You Are
The Cassia Life By Jesse Watkins, Cassia’s own resident blogger I think we’d all agree, there’s no other place quite like it—your home. While not everyone is blessed with a happy one, most of us…
Can Social Activities Make a Difference in Your Loved One’s Life and Outlook? You Bet!
Does your mom seem a little blue almost every time you talk to her? Is your dad spending a lot of time alone, watching television or staring out the window? If your parent or another…
Talking With Loved Ones About the Future
Are you worried about your mom or dad—or another loved one who is living alone? Let’s say you are, and want to ask if he or she would consider moving to a care community. Chances…
Are You Ready for Assisted Living?
Do you wish you or a loved one had more help around the house? Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed by tasks that need to be done to maintain your home? What about…
How to Build a Community that Supports You – Even When You Live Alone
Download a printable PDF of this article The older we get, the more likely it becomes that we will live alone. Some people may experience the death of a spouse; others lose friends to illness…
Six Guidelines to Make Downsizing Easier
Goods, goods everywhere: clothing, toys, games, books, magazines, appliances small and large, furniture, bedding, cars new and old, trucks, bicycles, tricycles, scooters, camping gear, boats, boat motors, fishing gear, sporting goods, old computers and printers,…
Where and How Do You Want to Live?
Where and how do you want to live as you grow older? Your answer may depend on your physical, mental and emotional needs. There is no magic bullet or time that will tell you when…
Grant Brings Renowned Expert’s Positive Approach to Care to Those with Dementia at Adult Day Centers
The GEMS model is part of the Positive Approach to Care Skills created by dementia expert Teepa Snow. The model shows that just as gemstones need different settings and care to shine, so do people.…
Beloved Teacher is One of the New Residents of Praha Village
She began her career in a small country school in 1949 and taught for just a few years until she married. When her children got older, Anna Mae Witt became a school teacher in New…
