The Springs at Simpsonville’s June 2020 Resident of the Month is Aldean! Aldean was born in Anderson, South Carolina. She had an older brother and a twin sister. She has lived all over South Carolina and even in Waco, Texas!
As an older adult or the caregiver of one, you may be wondering how much exercise is required to maintain certain aspects of health, such as weight, flexibility, or balance.
The Springs at Simpsonville’s May 2020 Employee of the Month is Lynn Gilson! She was born in Albany, Georgia, but has traveled the world and had the opportunity to live in 14 states and one foreign country, Thessaloniki, Greece.
The Springs at Simpsonville’s May 2020 Resident of the Month is Ms. Emma Jane (EJ)! EJ is originally from Jacksonville, Florida, lived briefly in Lubbock, Texas, for college, and then Jefferson City, Tennessee.
Older adults have experienced a lot of historical events, time periods, and economic and cultural changes throughout their lives. From World Wars to the Civil Rights Movement, they were a firsthand witness to the world being shaped into what we know and see today.
While respite care services are commonly offered at communities or through organizations, many family caregivers are still unaware of what they entail. Respite care services are a short-term senior care option that can be scheduled in advance or utilized during a time of emergency when a senior’s primary caregiver may be unable to fulfill their caregiving responsibilities.
Dear Resident and/or Family Members:
As many of you may know, the recent spread of the coronavirus around the world is justifying significant concern among the public and health professionals. Our commitment never wavers when it comes to the health and safety of our residents, and we are actively monitoring any developments of the new strain of coronavirus or COVID-19.
The Springs at Simpsonville’s March 2020 Employee of the Month is one of our fabulous caregivers, Rachel Masters! Rachel is a native to Simpsonville, South Carolina, and though she lived in Mauldin, as well, she is happy to be working here at The Springs in her hometown.
The Springs at Simpsonville’s March 2020 Resident of the Month is Ms. Peggy! Peggy was born on Christmas Eve in 1938. Her father was a carpenter and her mother was a homemaker. She has always lived in South Carolina and spent most of her childhood growing up in Liberty, SC. She went to Liberty High School for a while and graduated from Daniel High School.
Caring for a senior parent or loved one can be challenging, but what about when you live a distance away? How do you assist them when seeing him or her on a daily basis is not an option? You can help and care for your loved one from afar. However, there may come a time when the day-to-day caregiving must be provided by someone local.
