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The Best Friendships Found Here

The best friendships can be formed in a senior living community. Learn about longtime friends and cousins, Jean and Eunice, who spend every day together at Ledgewood Bay!

Key Differences Between Nursing Homes and Senior Living Communities

Have you had a chance to visit a senior living community lately? If not, you may be surprised by all of the activities, amenities and opportunities that are available to their residents. Many people still confuse senior living with nursing homes. Unfortunately, they may hesitate to get the assistance they need or take advantage of

Senior Living Communities Today: Not What They Once Were

Have you visited a senior living community lately? If not, you may find yourself surprised at how far they have come. Many people have an outdated view of senior living and what they offer. If you’re imagining a place where little happens during the day for residents except growing older, you might want to take

Dementia and Language

Harnessing The Power of Native Language Usually when we talk about The Power of Language we are speaking about what words to use and which to avoid when speaking about senior living. Using words like apartment instead of unit or community instead of facility. Language is such a broad term and has such a big

Northbridge Recipe – Blueberry Glazed Breaded Chicken Breast

July is National Blueberry Month and while we typically think about blueberries being in jams and pies, we have something a little different to try: Blueberry Glazed Breaded Chicken! This recipe came from one of our Chef’s at Sunnybrook in Brunswick, Maine and we hope you enjoy cooking this delicious recipe for yourself! Ingredients: Chicken:

Northbridge Recipe – Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies

Blueberries aren’t just for health snacking, one of our chefs from Avita of Needham found a creative way to include them in a classic dessert, Blueberry Oatmeal Cookies! Since this small super fruit has so many health benefits it’s no wonder it’s so versatile and can be added into a mix of foods and of