We recognize MANDY McDOWELL, Certified Medication Tech/Aide/QMAP/QMA, at our Appleton, WI location as our fourth quarter Primrose Difference Maker. She was nominated by Steve Gromala, Executive Director. Mandy has been with Primrose since October 2021. Mandy exemplifies Primrose’s mission of person-centered care through the way she engages with each resident as an individual. She takes… Read more
What Is Assisted Living? Understanding the Care, Benefits, and Lifestyle
Choosing care for an aging loved one is one of the most personal and meaningful decisions a family can make. Among the many senior living options available today, assisted living has become one of the most sought-after choices—for good reason. It offers a balance between independence and support, helping older adults live life with dignity,… Read more
Touring a Retirement Community? Here’s What to Ask! Choosing a retirement community is one of the most important decisions you’ll make for yourself or a loved one. A guided tour gives you the opportunity to see beyond the brochure or website — to meet staff, explore the grounds, and get a feel for daily life…. Read more
Melanie Schrock Perry, Home Office Life Enrichment and Cognitive Wellbeing Specialist at Primrose Retirement Communities, LLC, recently had the following article published in the ElderCare Review. Melanie Perry has been on a Three-decade-long mission, serving those living with memory loss conditions. She has earned degrees in the field of Psychology from Indiana University, the University… Read more
A firsthand account of a husband choosing Silver Lace Memory Care by Primrose for his wife Tom and his wife, Jean, had been living at a competitor. But her Alzheimer’s disease had been progressing and requiring more care, causing strain on Tom. So much so, that Tom was experiencing acute lower back and hip pain… Read more
Sponsored content by Nikki Easton, Brand Ave. Studios contributing writer Owning your own home is a well-earned source of pride and independence, and its rooms contain years of family memories. These emotional ties are often the reason people say they want to “age in place.” But for many seniors, renting may actually be the wiser… Read more
Sponsored content by Nikki Easton, Brand Ave. Studios contributing writer One of life’s greatest pleasures is entertaining guests — and that’s something that can remain a part of your life when you move into a Primrose community. “First and foremost, the community is your home, and we encourage our residents to welcome their friends and… Read more
Sponsored content by Nikki Easton, Brand Ave. Studios contributing writer You walk into a room and can’t remember why. You watch a movie and can’t recall the name of its famous star. You lose your train of thought in a conversation and ask, “What were we just talking about?” People often call these “Alzheimer’s moments.”… Read more
Sponsored content by Nikki Easton, Brand Ave. Studios contributing writer Wellness care is an idea that flourished decades ago, and it’s helping people live longer, healthier and more fulfilling lives. But what exactly is wellness care—and how is it different from health care? Health care deals with medical conditions you already have. Wellness care is… Read more
Sponsored content by Nikki Easton, Brand Ave Studios contributing writer There’s a myth about assisted living that couldn’t be further from the truth — at least at Primrose Retirement Communities. You don’t have to lower your expectations of what life can offer just because you need special care or help with day-to-day. As an assisted… Read more