We are facing a difficult and scary time right now. Our lives have been flipped upside down, emotions are heightened and in more cases than not, fear has taken the front seat. While hard times surround us, we urge everyone to take a deeper look and to remember why we are here in the first […]
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How to Cope with Stress, When Times are Stressful
At a time like this, it is normal for stress levels to be heightened and for you to feel “off” more often than you feel “normal.” Your feelings are completely validated and while they are okay to have, for most of us, it doesn’t feel very good. The Ohio Department of Health has put forth […]
Read MoreWhat is Social Distancing? And Why is it so Important Right Now?
With the recent events that have transpired over the past few weeks, there are many new terms that we as a society are learning and adapting to. Besides the big ones – COVID-19 and Novel Coronavirus, there are plenty of others. One of major importance that has received a lot of attention, however, is the […]
Read MoreNational Nutrition Month – Meet Executive Director of Dining Services, Lisa Wolfe, RD, LD
March is National Nutrition Month and at The Wesley Communities, we are fortunate to have our Executive Director of Dining Services, Lisa Wolfe, RD, LD. As an Ohio State University graduate, Lisa studied Medical Dietetics and soon after, became a Registered Dietitian. Lisa first started with our communities in 2005, as a Clinical Dietitian focusing […]
Read MoreWhy Every Retiree Should Consider a Retirement Community
There are certain adages you may recall your parents saying when you were a child: “Don’t judge a book by its cover,” “Things are not always what they seem,” plus, of course, “You won’t know until you try.” Clichés are repeated again and again because most often, they are true. And it just so happens […]
Read MoreBlack History Month and Its Place in Ohio
Every year, the month of February is dedicated to celebrating Black History Month, a time to recognize and honor the contributions and heroic stories of African Americans. Did you know that there have been many significant moments over the decades that have advanced black culture in Ohio? Below we’ve included a timeline of some monumental […]
Read MoreI’m Not Ready Yet
Although the vast majority of people who live in Continuing Care Retirement Communities report that they are happy with their decision, there are many who delay a move indefinitely because they feel they are not ready yet. Of course, moving to a CCRC is an important decision. It requires appropriate planning and should not be […]
Read MoreTip #22 of 50 – A Look Back at 2019 and a Look Forward to 2020
As The Wesley Communities celebrate 50 years of excellent service, our CEO Peg Carmany offers “Peg’s Perspective” on a variety of topics affecting seniors and their adult children as they plan and choose to age well – 50 tips to celebrate 50 years! Tip #22 of 50 – A look back at 2019 and a […]
Read MoreThe Effects of Not Having a Will
When a person dies without having made a Last Will and Testament, and they have property titled in their name alone, whether it is a boat, house, bank account or a motorcycle, there is a good likelihood that they have made life more difficult and more expensive for their surviving spouse or children. Click the […]
Read MoreNew Year, New You – 2020 Resolutions for Seniors
The New Year has officially kicked off and for many, this is a time to set new goals and to plan for the year ahead. Health is typically one of the main areas people focus on once January rolls around, and while it may be a more obvious goal in the younger generations, it is […]
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