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Edgewood woodworking club gives Santa a hand
A visit to the woodworking shop at Edgewood Retirement Community in North Andover, Massachusetts, might make you think you’ve stumbled upon one of Santa’s secret workshops. From the beginning of winter through the end of summer, you’ll find a small-but-dedicated crew...
New residents at Edgewood learn first-hand the value of moving in before you think you’ll need health care
When John P. and his wife decided to move to Edgewood, they were looking forward to being closer to family members and enjoying the carefree lifestyle Edgewood offers. They were also happy to know Edgewood’s LifeCare structure meant health care would be available if...
U.S. News & World Report names The Meadows Health Center at Edgewood a “Best Nursing Home” for eighth time
The Meadows Health Center at Edgewood Retirement Community in North Andover, MA, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best skilled nursing facilities in the nation for the eighth time. For the 2021-2022 ranking, The Meadows received a...
Encouragement for when you feel guilty about moving a parent or spouse to assisted living
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...
Why do residents say, “I should have done this sooner”?
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 But this outdated notion keeps them from exploring their options and discovering a lifestyle that could ultimately help them live longer, healthier...
The Meadows Health Center is once again named a U.S. News “Best Nursing Home”
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...
Living Single in a Retirement Community
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...
Edgewood’s focus on whole-person wellness is a priceless benefit to residents during the pandemic
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...
The Meadows Health Center becomes six-time recipient of U.S. News “Best Nursing Home” award
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...
New residents at Edgewood learn first-hand the value of moving in before you think you’ll need health care
When John P. and his wife decided to move to Edgewood, they were looking forward to being closer to family members and enjoying the carefree lifestyle Edgewood offers. They were also happy to know Edgewood’s LifeCare structure meant health care would be available if...
U.S. News & World Report names The Meadows Health Center at Edgewood a “Best Nursing Home” for eighth time
The Meadows Health Center at Edgewood Retirement Community in North Andover, MA, has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best skilled nursing facilities in the nation for the eighth time. For the 2021-2022 ranking, The Meadows received a...
Encouragement for when you feel guilty about moving a parent or spouse to assisted living
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...
Why do residents say, “I should have done this sooner”?
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...
The Meadows Health Center is once again named a U.S. News “Best Nursing Home”
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...
Living Single in a Retirement Community
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...
Edgewood’s focus on whole-person wellness is a priceless benefit to residents during the pandemic
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...
The Meadows Health Center becomes six-time recipient of U.S. News “Best Nursing Home” award
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...
Supportive Care: How to choose assisted living or memory support
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...
Why do residents say, “I should have done this sooner”?
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...
The Meadows Health Center is once again named a U.S. News “Best Nursing Home”
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...
Living Single in a Retirement Community
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...
Edgewood’s focus on whole-person wellness is a priceless benefit to residents during the pandemic
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...
The Meadows Health Center becomes six-time recipient of U.S. News “Best Nursing Home” award
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...
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Five Downsizing Tips for Seniors
“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...
The Small House Model of Assisted Living Explained
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...
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Outdoor Living
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