Honoring Martin Luther King, Jr.

“I have a dream,” echoes in our hearts today just as it did for those who heard Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s speech on August 28, 1963. “I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream,” Dr. King declared. “I have a dream that one day this...

Senior-Involved Virtual Holiday Party Planning

With the holidays fast approaching, families around the country are making plans for the festive season. Due to unique events of this past year and the COVID-19 outbreak, sadly, a greater percentage of these plans are being made for virtual gatherings. Within the...

Pen Pals from Oregon to Nebraska

Everyone talks about the new normal amidst the COVID-19 pandemic – for many, this means video chats, working from home, wearing masks everywhere else you go, juggling working with kiddos’ distance learning, and more. Now pen pals can be added to the list. For...

Resort-Style Retirement Living

It’s resort-style living for seniors. That’s how Rita Segura, Marketing and Admissions Director at the Stafford, describes the Stafford, an independent and assisted living community in Lake Oswego, Oregon. From their high-class amenities to engaging activities to even...

Avamere Patients & Residents Enjoy Government-Funded iPads

Technology importance amidst COVID-19 Many people tend to feel isolated during COVID-19, as we keep our distance for the safety and well-being of others. Technology became our connection to our family and friends – all those we love most. The same is true for patients...

Launch Your Nursing Career at Avamere

Become a temporary personal assistant Avamere is always looking for great nursing and other healthcare members to join the team. Currently, Avamere is seeking temporary workers to assist our nurses with the day-to-day care of our patients and residents. If you’ve...

Becoming Family in Independent and Assisted Living

It’s all about the residents. That’s the Stafford’s view on senior living from the amenities they provide to the group activities, even simply getting to know each person. It’s all part of the Stafford’s family culture. Fun at the Stafford Life is active at the...

Can Senior Living Communities Keep Mom & Dad Safe During COVID-19?

Finding the right independent living, assisted living, or memory care home for mom or dad can be a new, and intimidating, journey. And that’s even without the stresses COVID-19 brings. Rest assured by being informed. Here are actions Avamere is taking today to promote...

Helping Seniors Stay Active During COVID-19

Active seniors during COVID-19 The Avamere Family of Companies, providing assisted living, independent living, memory care, rehabilitation, home care, and skilled nursing across 20 states, is profiling how to keep seniors active during the COVID-19...

COVID-19 Resources for Seniors

COVID-19 has affected people worldwide, especially seniors. Here’s a list of helpful resources for extra assistance during COVID-19. Avoid COVID-19 scams With the rise of a new virus came the rise of a new type of scam. Some people are taking advantage of the pandemic...