Westchester Meadows Reborn as The Knolls
The community was in dire straits. Opened in 2002 as a high end senior living residence, it was struck hard by the big recession and struggled to to remain afloat. Repair work was at a standstill, residents were needing more services, the parent corporation was also suffering from the economic downturn. And then bankruptcy proceedings […]
Seniors Swap Stories and Memories During Volunteer Visits
“Volunteers are not paid – not because they are worthless, but because they are priceless” Unknown When 79 year-old John Gibbons, a native of Ireland, retired from his position as a Code Enforcement Officer with the City of White Plains 14 years ago, he found himself with some extra time on his hands. Although an […]
Accessing Care to Remain at Home
It’s hard to watch one’s parents or loved ones get older. It’s not an overnight process, of course. You observe, subtle changes and may dismiss them almost simultaneously. Denial, perhaps? Too busy to process in the moment? You continue on with the tasks at hand and assure yourself there’s no need to worry… not just […]
The Appeal of Assisted Living
The following Bethel article appeared in the 3/23/17 issue of The Somers Record By Cathy SantaColoma – Director, Communications Assisted Living can be the perfect solution for seniors who are tired of dealing with the hassles of home ownership and/or who want the security of living in a community setting with onsite access to clinical […]
