Suitcase Drive

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Thank You for Helping Us to Make the Move! Success! With your help, we have now gathered all of the suitcases that we’ll need! Now, all of our residents will be able to pack an overnight bag with belongings for the trip to our new community. Thank you for providing us with new, or gently used, luggage, backpacks, duffle bags … Read More

Another Chili Recipe With Care Blog

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from Byron Health Center Director of Dining Services Chef Brad Hoffman Here’s a twist on traditional chili from Chef Brad. His Creamy White Chili will be a hit for those looking for something just a little bit different, but with plenty of that chili flavor you’ve come to expect. Ingredients: 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch cubes … Read More

Ellowsky Oasis Snoezelen® Sensory Room Blog

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By Executive Director Sarah Starcher-Lane, HFA, ICYB In 2015, we started out on the journey to develop a room here at Byron Health Center that was a place for our residents to get away from day-to-day stimulation and an overwhelming environment. We requested and received a $20,000 grant from the AWS Foundation to make it happen. So, we set out … Read More

Chili Recipe With Care Blog

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from Byron Health Center Director of Dining Services Chef Brad Hoffman Even though the warm, sunny days of summer have arrived in full force, there’s still always a time when you’d really enjoy the comfort of a great bowl of chili. So, whether you want to fire up the crock pot or just turn on the stove top, Chef Brad’s … Read More

Team Members Discover New Community in July

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Several team members were able to visit our new community and see all the progress being made, both inside and out. Areas of the new long-term care neighborhoods were explored and intentional designs were discussed. The layout of the new Eakin Family Room will include abundant access to the outdoor courtyards. Internal ‘back-of-house’ areas like the Kitchen, Laundry and maintenance … Read More

Multi-Sensory Room Blog

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By Terri Walker, Life Enrichment Supervisor What is the meaning of “sensory”? It describes something relating to sensation, or something that you feel with your physical senses. The word “sensory” comes from the Latin word sentire, meaning “to perceive or feel.” Sensory Stimulation is the activation of one or more of our senses, such as taste, smell, vision, hearing and … Read More

Building Progress at New Community Site in July

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We’re beginning to see many more things come together all around the buildings on the campus of our new community! The main community area at our new community will include the Eakin Family Room and have great connectivity to our outdoor courtyards and areas.

Taking a Look at Our New Home in June

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“This is gonna be our new HOME!” Several folks from our Miller’s Place assisted living visited and toured what will eventually be their new home. All were very happy to see all the progress being made by MKM architecture + design and Weigand Construction on our new community.

Building Progress at New Community Site in June

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So much is coming together, especially on the inside of the new buildings on the campus of our new community. Take a look at all of the progress Weigand Construction is making on our new facility.