Village Streams

ACV’s Skilled Nursing Facility, Good Samaritan Center (GSC), Receives Grant to Implement Therapeutic Eldergrow Garden Project

ACV's skilled nursing facility, Good Samaritan Center (GSC), is keeping its residents connected to nature by bringing three therapeutic gardens indoors.

Senior Living

3 Common Myths About Senior Living

Many people have misconceptions about senior living. Great senior living communities are vibrant, full of life and are home to residents of all ages. Why, then, do some people have a misunderstanding of what life in a senior living community is really all about? Here are three of the most common myths about senior living communities and why they couldn’t be further from the truth.

Assisted Living

Creating Holiday Cheer for a Loved One Spending the Holidays in Assisted Living

The holiday season can be a tricky time to navigate when you have a loved one in an assisted living community. For a variety of reasons, it’s not always possible to visit with him or her in person, which could make the holidays a lonely time. However, there are ways to make loved ones feel included in family traditions right where they are. Ready to spread some Christmas cheer? Here are five fun

Village Streams

4 Resources for Senior Adult Caregivers

Being the caregiver for a senior adult is an important, and often rewarding, role. It is not always without challenges, however. That’s why a number of organizations have created guides and community groups to help caregivers stay connected to the resources – and support – they need to care for their aging loved ones. Here are four sites that provide helpful resources for senior adult caregi