They are our neighbors, friends, siblings and co-workers, thrust into caregiving roles with little notice or preparation. Their loved ones may be dealing with dementia or the aftermath of a stroke. They struggle daily with…
Augustana Care Open Circle Adult Day Services is honored to introduce award-winning author and speaker, Stacy Monson, as a guest blogger. Monson’s latest, Open Circle, is a fictional novel highlighting senior care and reveals an…
Elk Run by Augustana Care is a non-profit, faith based assisted living community in Evergreen that also offers respite services. Respite services are an option for families who need guilt-free time away from caregiving or…
More than 15 million Americans devote time and energy to caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, according to the Alzheimer’s Association. Sometimes the cost of caregiving becomes too high. Caregivers often…
Are you worried about your mother or father as they grow older? Many people believe an older relative needs skilled nursing care, when in fact, an assisted living setting may provide the care they need…
We are pleased and excited to announce that Castle Peak has opened its memory care neighborhood in our health care center. The neighborhood is designed to provide a secure, comforting and therapeutic environment for older…
A new life enrichment community is opening in February 2019 in New Prague and has just unveiled its name, created with input from local residents. The community will be known as Praha Village and is…
As challenges go, the challenge of finding affordable housing in Eagle County is a huge one. Close to 140 percent of the average wage is needed to make monthly mortgage payments on an average-priced home…
As challenges go, the challenge of finding affordable housing in Eagle County is a huge one. Close to 140 percent of the average wage is needed to make monthly mortgage payments on an average-priced home…
“I’m not going!” Suddenly, Carl was unwilling to move from his seat. The Augustana Care Open Circle Adult Day Services staff was baffled. He generally followed the routine with ease and went to his usual…
