Senior Living Testimonials and Tour: Resident Bob Ask, Marketing Director Jill Oldham Ryder, Son of Residents Dave Thompson, and Staff RN Brandi Simmons Coach Bob Ask, resident of Stoney Point Meadows, recalls his decision to move to assisted living in Cedar Rapids IA. He left his home of ove…
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Touring a Senior Living Community
Whether you are considering an Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care facility for your loved one, you’ll want to make sure it’s a great fit As the number of older people in our communities continues to increase, it’s also likely the number of housing options is increasing too. Th…
When to Consider Memory Care for a Loved One
Are you thinking about Memory Care for a loved one or for yourself? Change is never easy—especially as we get older. Physical, mental and emotional changes can mean we have to live differently. Some people may choose to move to assisted living settings while others want to stay in their homes as l…
How to know it’s time for Assisted Living
Considering Assisted Living for yourself or a loved one involves answering questions and thinking though options – this article can help. Do you wish you or a loved one had more help around the house? Are you or a loved one feeling overwhelmed by tasks that need to be done to maintain your hom…
The Benefits of Giving Up Driving
Americans are in love with the road, and we have the cars and roads to prove it: there were about 225 million licensed drivers in the United States in 2016. There are more than 164,000 miles of highways. Yet, millennials often voluntarily do without cars, and their actions are persuading others 
Planning for the Future: How Long-term Care Insurance Can Help
We live in a world where many of us are living longer. What does that mean? It gives us more time to enjoy life, friendships, family and other pleasures. On the other hand, what happens if we find ourselves unable to manage on our own? The fact is, families are far more spread out geographically
Stoney Point Meadows Receives High Marks from Pinnacle Quality Insight
Cedar Rapids, Iowa. June 29, 2020 – Stoney Point Meadows a provider of independent plus, assisted living and memory care for older adults, is honored to announce we received exceptional reviews through our surveys conducted by third-party Pinnacle Quality Insight. Stoney Point Meadows has placed …
Calculate the Cost of a Senior Living Community
What is the cost of living in your home and how does it compare to living at a community that offers independent/assisted living options, or one that provides memory care or skilled nursing care? You may discover that a care community is much more affordable than you think. Before moving, you’ll w…
Memory Care, Restrictions & COVID-19
A view from within senior living memory care during the pandemic It is getting close to three months since visiting restrictions began at Emerald Crest. The week before the restrictions, I was ice fishing on Leech Lake and now we’ve had temperatures in the 90s. Winter is a distant memory. Where ou…
Social Activities Can Make a Difference in Your Loved One’s Life
Does your mom seem a little blue almost every time you talk to her? Is your dad spending a lot of time alone, watching television or staring out the window? If your parent or another loved one is feeling depressed, there is something you can do about it! Numerous studies show recreational and phys…