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Arrow Senior Living’s Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Sandy McGatha, explains how visual art and vibrant colors are important to individuals living with dementia in a recent article published on the Cleveland.com website. Different art mediums are discussed, including drawing, painting, and working with clay to produce three-dimensional pieces.  McGatha explores various colors and how each […]

October is Spina Bifida Awareness Month, and as part of our ongoing Diversity & Inclusion Series, we invited disability advocate and writer Nina Tame to speak with Arrow resident Hazel Gumm about living with spina bifida. They discuss mobility and independence, ableism, and a happy life.   Spina bifida is a rare birth defect that occurs […]

To recognize Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October, we invited Erin Suelmann to talk with Arrow resident Teresa Saunders. Suelmann is the Executive Director of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater St. Louis. Her organization services about 2,200 individuals with Down syndrome and their families to ensure their health, happiness, and equity through their whole […]

In a world that thrives on communication, connection, and shared experiences, dementia poses unique challenges. It affects not only an individual’s memory, but also their very essence. As the number of individuals living with dementia continues to rise, it becomes increasingly important to explore ways to foster meaningful engagement. Dementia can be an isolating and […]

Associate Professor at Arizona State University Alex Aviña wasn’t surprised when we reached out to him to talk about Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15). Every September, his inbox is flooded with similar requests. On the other side, when Arrow resident Conchita Colopy was given the information about the conversation, it was the […]

National Assisted Living Week is a special time when assisted living communities come alive with celebrations that bring residents together. It’s a chance to share stories, make memories, and enjoy events that show the strong bond among residents, caregivers, and families. This year, the theme is Season of Reflection. Arrow Senior Living takes great joy […]

Iris Waichler, medical social worker and author of the award-winning book “Role Reversal,” sat for an interview with Elaine Letcher, Arrow Senior Living resident, to discuss ageism. Waichler has 40 years of experience as a social worker and has written and published many articles.  According to Waichler, ageism isn’t exclusive to the United States, but […]

Working to make Arrow Senior Living the “best version of ourselves,” CEO Stephanie Harris explains how the company is engaged in becoming “leaner and meaner” than ever before. Working for debt service and return for investors, Harris has returned to the company’s Turnaround Specialists roots with focus on resident length of stay and staff turnover.   […]

An important rule to remember when it comes to making sure your air conditioner works well, is to clean or change the air filter regularly. The purpose of the filter is to help clean the air coming into your home, it’s like a net catching all the tiny particles floating in the air. New or […]

The fine arts have always been a way for people to express themselves. Individuals with dementia are no different as they continue to look for ways to convey their creativity.  August is Art Appreciation Month, and Arrow Senior Living has been celebrating in its Memory Care Neighborhoods. Each week, under the direction of the Memory […]

To celebrate Be Kind to Humankind Week (August 25th-31st), Arrow resident Gail Smothers sat down with Orly Wahba to discuss kindness. Wahba is an educator, community activist, author of Kindness Boomerang, and founder of Life Vest Inside, a non-profit organization dedicated to infusing kindness in the world. Throughout their laugh-filled, enthusiastic conversation, Smothers and Wahba […]

In a world where culinary masterpieces are pushing the boundaries of flavors and presentations, there exists an invaluable secret to culinary success, mentorship. Behind every chef’s triumph, there stands a guiding light, a culinary mentor, who ignited the flame of passion and drive, unlocking the true potential within a budding culinary enthusiast. A mentor can […]