“To describe our life at Edgewood in one word it would be ‘complete.’
Friends, activities, security and the food are all part of that.”
Bill & Dottie Schirmer
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The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) confirmed that individuals who have a breakthrough infection can spread the virus to others. They have since recommended anyone living in a high transmission or substantial transmission area wear a mask indoors, regardless of vaccination status. Most counties in Massachusetts are either in high transmission...
Choosing to move a parent or spouse to an assisted living or memory support community is a difficult decision that many people will face at some point. And while you may understand that it’s the right choice, you can still experience feelings of guilt, grief, and even anger. Following are some common thoughts we hear from family members, and...
Many people mistakenly assume senior living is something they only need to consider when they require health care. But this outdated notion keeps them from exploring their options and discovering a lifestyle that could ultimately help them live longer, healthier lives. The truth is, the best time to move to a Life Plan Community — also known as a...
The Meadows Health Center at Edgewood has been recognized as a U.S. News & World Report “Best Nursing Home” for the seventh time. And while seven is often considered a lucky number, anyone who has experienced being a resident of The Meadows — or the family member of a resident — knows this recognition can’t be chalked up to luck. The Meadows...
Many people assume that retirement communities are built for couples. But you may be surprised to learn that nearly half of Edgewood residents are either widowed, divorced or single-by-choice. If you find yourself in one of these categories, you owe it to yourself to consider your retirement living options and find out how living in a community...
Edgewood’s goal has always been to empower residents to be the architects of their own well-being. That’s why we offer a wide variety of amenities that promote whole-person wellness. There’s the picturesque natural campus that encourages outdoor activities, and a well-equipped fitness center with an indoor pool and a variety of daily group...
It will come as no surprise to anyone who has been a resident or the family member of a resident at The Meadows Health Center, that the skilled-nursing neighborhood at Edgewood recently became a six-time recipient of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Home award. In fact, The Meadows received the highest possible overall rating of 5/5...
Ten steps to finding the right community for someone you love If someone you love is struggling with some of the basic activities of daily living — whether due to physical limitations, general cognitive decline or memory problems associated with the early stages of dementia — you may be concerned about whether it’s safe for them to continue...
“What am I going to do with all this stuff?” If that’s a question that has crossed your mind lately, you’re not alone. At Edgewood, we don’t consider downsizing a chore. In fact, many members of our community were able to find joy in this endeavor as excitement for their move to the community began to build. In this post, you’ll find downsizing...
You may have come across the term “small house model” on your search for Assisted Living for your loved one. It’s a forward-thinking approach to caregiving and enhancing the wellbeing of older adults, yet many communities have failed to commit the time and resources necessary to evolve from the traditional, more institutionalized model of...
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