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Saluting Our Veterans – Dr. Richard PollardOn Veterans Day, we honor and remember our country’s veterans for their valor and service. We are delighted to honor centenarian Dr. Richard Pollard, a resident of Chelsea Retirement Community, for his service as a physician and United States Medical Officer.Richard was born 100 years ago in Norway, Michigan…

Honoring Native American Heritage Month at Brio Living Services November is Native American Heritage Month, a time when we join together to honor the rich ancestry, traditions, languages, and stories of Native Americans. It is also a time to celebrate Native culture through the exploration of art, music, and food. Most importantly, Native American Heritage…

Seeing the World in a Different Light Manda Riley of Onsted, Michigan has worked at Chelsea Retirement Community’s Kresge Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center for nearly five years as its Assistant Director of Nursing. She has always wanted to continue her studies to become a registered nurse—like her aunt. But, “I didn’t want to put that…

Debunking Common Myths Regarding Wills During National Estate Planning Awareness WeekHaving an up-to-date estate plan or will is one of the most significant avenues we have for providing for our families and the causes we care about after we’re gone. Yet, only about one-third of U.S. adults have a will, according to Legalzoom.In 2008, National…

It’s never too late to take your health into your own hands. Embracing active aging is a possibility at any stage of life! Making small changes to your lifestyle can lead to a longer and healthier life. While genetics and other uncontrollable factors play a role, there are steps you can take to stay motivated…

Brio Living Services Celebrates Hispanic Heritage MonthEvery year, from September 15 to October 15, the United States celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month (also referred to as Latinx Heritage Month). While most month-long celebrations don’t cross over into another calendar month, Hispanic Heritage Month’s dates were chosen with care. September 15 is a significant date in many…

Brio Living Services Envisions a World Without Alzheimer’sAs World Alzheimer’s Month winds down in September, the fundraising efforts for the Walk to End Alzheimer’s continue around the state from Chelsea Retirement Community to Porter Hills Village. According to the 2023 Alzheimer’s Association’s Fact & Figures Report, Alzheimer’s disease is the most prevalent form of dementia,…

Empowering Older Adults with the Tools to Prevent FallsAt this time of year, we begin to celebrate the coming of fall, with the crispness in the air and the beauty of the leaves changing colors. But for many of us as we age, the word “fall” takes on a much scarier meaning. At several Brio…

The Benefits of Yoga: “Helping People Age with Vitality and Positive Energy”In keeping with Healthy Aging month, September is also National Yoga Awareness month! Brio Living Services’ Chief Financial Officer, Kim Hoppe, has been practicing yoga for nearly 20 years and shares her knowledge with our team members.“Yoga and other physical activities, as well as…

September is National PACE Month!Every September, the National PACE Association (NPA) celebrates National PACE month. NPA chose this year’s theme: “PACE: Where You Belong,” with the intent of “highlighting the sense of community and connection that Programs of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) build for their participants and staff.” Brio Living Services offers PACE services…

September is Healthy Aging Month!On Thursdays at Chelsea Retirement Community, a group of residents can be found dancing the Macarena in the McMullen Wellness Center. This line dancing class is led by Ballet Chelsea instructor, Macks Kreps, and is offered as part of an Artful Aging grant from E.A. Michelson Philanthropy.Resident Laura Noble says, “It…

Serving up Excellence for National Culinary Month July is National Culinary Month! At Brio Living Services, there is much to celebrate. Between brand new dining rooms, successful teams in place, and finalists in culinary contests, the Dining Services teams at Brio have a lot to be proud of.On July 5, Porter Hills Village in Grand Rapids…