October
Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta
Newsletter
Resident´s Birthdays
Mark Osthoff
Suzzette Blair
Joseph Mcgrady
Month's Celebrations
Halloween Costume Party
Events Spotlight
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Benefits of family caregiver support
The benefits of a family care giver Support, many family caregivers report positive experiences from caregiving, including a sense of giving back to someone who has cared for them, the satisfaction of knowing that their loved one is getting excellent care, personal growth and increased meaning and purpose in one’s life
GRand Teton
National Park
For over 11,000 years, communities have thrived in the valley known as Jackson Hole, turning these mountains into more than just peaks
Seniors and Pets
Pets and Seniors, Pets can provide many benefits for seniors, including, companionship, pets can help seniors feel less lonely, emotional support, pets can help reduce anxiety, exercise, pets can encourage seniors to get more exercise and health, pets can help reduce blood pressure as well
Tips For Home Care
Tips for in home senior care, create a safe environment, make the home safe and accessible, assist with daily living activities, the elderly may have difficulty with dressing, grooming and eating, assist with medication, and stay healthy and active, in-home caregivers can help seniors stay active and maintain independence
Grand Teton
National Park
Wildlife enthusiasts can learn more about the park’s animals and explore the Teton backcountry for an overnight camping experience. For those interested in educational experiences, ranger-led programs offer deeper insights into the park’s natural beauty and history.
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End the Year Right: Discover Why Now’s the Best Time for Senior Living Moves
Choosing to move to a senior living community at the end of the year can be a powerful decision that aligns with natural cycles of …
What is the Best Age to Move to a Retirement Community?
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Recipe Spotlight:
Carrot Soup
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh thyme or parsley, chopped
5 cups carrots, chopped
2 cups water
4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Heat butter and oil: In a Dutch oven over medium heat, melt the butter and oil together.
Sauté vegetables: Add the chopped onion and celery, and cook, stirring occasionally, for 4-6 minutes until softened.
Add garlic and herbs: Stir in the garlic and thyme, and cook for about 10 seconds until fragrant.
Cook the carrots: Add the chopped carrots, water, and chicken broth. Bring to a lively simmer and cook until the carrots are very tender, about 25 minutes.
Blend and finish: Once tender, blend the soup (either using an immersion blender or in batches with a regular blender) until smooth. Stir in the half-and-half, salt, and pepper to taste.
Associate of the Month
Shayla McClary
Shayla was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, she loves being able to put a smile on residents faces, it makes her happy to know that she is helping families with their loved ones, she sees herself making a great impact within the company by meeting the needs for the residents. On my free time I enjoy hanging out with my pet dog Blair Bear and I also enjoy doing hair and nails.
Resident of the Month
Jeanette Hughes
Jeanette Hughes is from St. Louis, MO and relocated to Warner Robins, GA many years ago Honeywell. Jeanette is retired from Honeywell where she worked for many years as a government contractor. Jeanette has 3 children and 6 grandchildren. Jeanette enjoys outdoor concerts, local festivals, visiting historical sites, road trips and participating in activities here at Legacy Ridge at Alpharetta