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scenic Living Communities

I409 North Fremont St ▪ Iowa Falls, IA 50126

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▪ Scenic Manor Health Care Facility ▪ 641-648-4671

▪ Ashbrook Assisted Living ▪ 641-648-8080

▪ Cedar Ridge Independent Living ▪ 641-648-6657

▪ Oak Terrace Town Homes ▪ 641-648-8014

▪ Scenic Therapy

Rehabilitation & Wellness Center ▪ 641-648-4671

Wit and Wisdom...

To many to list them all, so here are just a few…..

Cindy Oudekerk

Cindy is an LPN for Scenic Manor and has been employed at SLC for over eight years.

What others have to say about Mary Jo:

“Cindy goes above and beyond taking care of her patients. She volunteers when needed and is not above constructive criticism. Families remark what a wonderful nurse she is and her assessment skills are top notch. ”

Dawn Staley

Dawn is in Housekeeping at Cedar Ridge Independent Living and has been employed at SLC for three years. She and her husband, Bill, have two grown children.

What others have to say about Dawn:

“Dawn is so much more than just a housekeeper for us at Cedar Ridge. She truly cares about us, knows our needs, and is always willing to help in any way she can. We are so lucky to have her at Cedar Ridge.”

THE FIRST STEP:

MAKE A PLAN

Planning For The Next Move

Can Save

Headaches and Heartaches

There are so many positive stories to share of people making a move from their long-time homes to a retirement living community. Unfortunately there are many challenges people face when the move is the result of an unexpected crisis. It is so important to have a plan in place. Having a discussion with your parents, your spouse or family members about the circumstances that might make a move necessary is the first step.

Start the process by asking three basic questions:

Whether to Move? For some people, their home is set up perfectly to meet their long term needs. Maintenance is scheduled, plenty of friends are nearby, support services are accessible and there are no hazards for someone with declining sight, strength or balance. For others, a move makes more sense than trying to get by in a home that no longer fits their needs.

When to Move? This is a tricky question. “I’m Not Ready!” is a familiar refrain, but rarely are people able to clearly articulate what that means. It helps to talk about the circumstances that make the decision clearer. For instance, when driving becomes impractical or unsafe, or perhaps when maintaining the yard becomes more of a burden than a joy. Whatever the factors are, be sure to look objectively and let go of the fear of change.

Where to Move? Thankfully, the world is full of great options for people ready to downsize. The key is to look around for a living situation that suits individual needs—both now and into the future. No one place is a perfect fit for everybody, so it’s important to visit communities in person, armed with questions about what they can do for you or your family member.

It’s perfectly normal to have some anxiety about moving a family member or yourself into a senior living community. The most effective way to make the transition smooth is planning ahead by asking questions and looking honestly at what options work best for you and your family.

One of the keys to health and happiness as we grow older is to surround ourselves with people who understand the challenges of aging and keep us engaged in life!

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SCENIC LIVING COMMUNITIES

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