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Stacy’s Kitchen Presents: Stacy’s Craft Kitchen – Holiday Edition
Our famous Stacy is not just a great cook; she is excellent at making crafts too. Create this super easy holiday Gnome! Perfect holiday decor or a gift for your loved ones!
Pam and Charlotte: “AgingNext was our long-awaited gift”
The seventeen months that the Center was closed caused a grave hardship on many families. Caregivers were relied upon to provide daily activities, essential care, and medical assistance for their loved ones 24/7. The unfortunate effect on families was evident by the number of phone calls AgingNext received during this time.
Stacy’s Kitchen Presents: Chicken Enchilada Soup
Try this perfect weather soup!
Demystifying the Village
Anyone remember the old adage, “A friend in need, is a friend indeed?” The concept of surrounding ourselves with community is not new. Did you grow up not only knowing your neighbors socially, but also knowing they were there to help if you needed something? Do you remember going next door to borrow a cup of sugar? It seemed that our neighborhoods were full of helpers and many still are!
Volunteer Spotlight: Gale Taylor
Gale began attending the AgingNext Caregiver Support Group meetings over 17 years ago when her father was diagnosed with Leukemia. Shortly after his passing, her mother was diagnosed with vascular dementia and Gale became her caregiver. To better prepare for what lay ahead, Gale became a Certified Gerontologist.
Vinnie & Hilda: “Our friendship helps us both feel less lonely.”
The Covid-19 pandemic has brought the need for socialization, no matter your age, to the forefront. Many feel lonely and isolated and are trying to adapt to new ways of engaging with family and friends.
2020 has changed many things… but not Bill and Pat!
We have all heard the phrase that in life, “change is the only constant”. This has certainly been true the last few months. During these unprecedented times, it is nice to know that the cornerstones of life remain the same.
Villages and Self Reliance
Villages thrive in the belief that independence is made possible through interdependence. Often times Village Membership extends the period of aging-at-home and data suggests Village members feel more socially connected and feel less isolated.
Stacy Mittelstaedt: AgingNext Director of Volunteers
Source: Claremont Courier/ By Mick Rhodes, 9/17/20 Many parents advise their kids to get an education and have a solid career in place before pursuing their dreams. Others urge them to follow their passion and the money will find them. Some are lucky enough get both....
The Importance of Kindness
Kindness is defined as the quality of being friendly, generous, and considerate. Affection, gentleness, warmth, concern, and care are words that are associated with kindness. While kindness has a connotation of meaning someone is naive or weak, that is not the case. Being kind often requires courage and strength.
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