Senior Living News, September 2025

The Goldton at Adelaide
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September 1st, 2025

Around the world with Atlas - September 2025 - Scotland

Resident's Birthdays

Hilda Scholtes 9/3
Leroy Howell 9/7
Judy Demby 9/9
Freitchie Booth 9/9
Doug Thornton 9/14
Jim Collins 9/15
Susie Huffman 9/16
Billie Phillips 9/18
Carmel Carlisle 9/18
Bill McDaniel 9/19
Edward Harvey 9/22
Bill Swoope 9/23
Louise Noe 9/29

Staff Birthdays

Brandi McDonald 9/2
Annie Johnson 9/3
Vylishia Roundtree 9/7
Artiniece Ellison 9/8
Faith Wallace 9/19
Ashley Reeves 9/22

Month's Celebrations

National Assisted Living Week! September 7th- 13th
Alzheimer’s Support Group
Sep. 10th 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Bank Fraud Seminar
September 24th

Royal Arms of the Kingdom of Scotland

“Or, a lion rampant Gules armed and langued Azure within a double tressure flory counter-flory of the second”, meaning a red lion with blue tongue and claws on a yellow field and surrounded by a red double royal tressure flory counter-flory device.

Associate of the Month

Kirkland Durr

2 Timothy 1:7 CSB

[7] For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but one of power, love, and sound judgement.

I love working with the residents of The Goldton. This job is a major blessing to me and allows me to show the love of Christ towards people. When I am not at work I love to go to church, run, and make art.

Scottish Heart

Alexa, play "Stuck in the middle with you" by Stealers Wheel

“Stuck in the Middle with You” (1972) by the Scottish band Stealers Wheel is a clever blend of folk-rock and soft rock, marked by its catchy melody and satirical lyrics about the absurdities of the music industry. Written by Gerry Rafferty and Joe Egan, the song’s playful tone contrasts its biting subject matter, making it instantly memorable.

Its legacy was reignited later when Quentin Tarantino featured it in Reservoir Dogs (1992), using it to soundtrack one of cinema’s most infamous—and unsettling—scenes. That juxtaposition sealed the song’s place in pop culture, forever linking its upbeat rhythm with Tarantino’s style.`

Online Safety for Seniors: A Practical 2025 Guide to Fraud Free Browsing

The internet has become an essential tool for staying connected, managing finances, accessing healthcare, and exploring hobbies. But as more seniors go online, cybercriminals have also become more aggressive in targeting older adults with scams, fraud, and identity theft. That’s why it’s more important than ever to understand how to protect yourself online.

In this updated 2025 guide to online safety for seniors, you’ll find practical tips to help you spot scams, secure your devices, protect your privacy, and browse with confidence.

1. Recognize the Most Common Online Scams Targeting Seniors
Top fraud schemes to avoid:
• Phishing emails & texts — fake “bank” or “delivery” notices asking you to sign in or confirm data.
• Tech support pop-ups — alarming messages that claim your computer is infected and demand payment for “repairs.”
• Romance scams — an online friend suddenly needs money for an “emergency.”
• Government impostors — callers posing as Medicare or Social Security staff who “need” your SSN.
Quick tip: Poor grammar, pressure to act immediately, or requests for gift card payments are red flags. Hang up or delete the message, then call the official number on your card or statement.

2. Strengthen Your Password Strategy
• Create long, unique passphrases (12+ characters with mixed symbols).
• Use a reputable password manager so you only remember one master password.
• Never reuse the same password on multiple sites.
A compromised password at one site should never unlock your email, banking, or medical portals.

3. Turn On Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
• 2FA sends a one-time code to your phone or authenticator app after you enter your password, stopping 99% of automated hacks.
• Enable it on email, banking, and social media at minimum.
• Authenticator apps (e.g., Google Authenticator, Authy) are more secure than SMS.
Yes, it adds one extra step—but it blocks almost every password-guessing bot on the internet.

4. Think Twice Before You Click a Link or Attachment
• Hover to preview the real URL on a computer; long press on mobile.
• If the sender is unfamiliar, scan attachments with your antivirus before opening.
• When in doubt, call the sender using the number on your statement, not the email signature.

Welcome to Scotland
Around the World with Atlas

Scotland: The Land Beyond the Wall
When the Roman Empire pushed north into Britannia, it met fierce tribes the legions could never conquer. To mark the limit of their reach, the Romans built Hadrian’s Wall, and further north, the Antonine Wall — yet beyond lay the untamed lands we now call Scotland.

By the 8th century, Scotland began to take shape as a kingdom, often in conflict with its southern neighbor, England. Centuries of wars, heroes like William Wallace, and an enduring sense of independence defined its story. In 1707, Scotland formally united with England, creating Great Britain, which later grew into the United Kingdom alongside Ireland.

Still today, Scotland remains proudly distinct — with its Gaelic roots, tartans, castles, and legendary landscapes reminding the world of a culture that was never fully subdued.

The Healing Power of Pets for Seniors

Let’s face it. Getting older can be very lonely. Loved ones and friends move or pass away, and it becomes increasingly difficult to leave the house and participate in once-loved activities. But there is once source of comfort and companionship that benefits seniors in countless ways: pets.

The Benefits of Pet Ownership for the Elderly
Animals can help reduce stress, lower blood pressure, and increase social interaction and physical activity. Pets provide other intangibles, too.

“Dogs and cats live very much in the present,” says Dr. Jay P. Granat, a New Jersey-based psychotherapist. “They don’t worry about tomorrow, which can be a very scary concept for an older person. An animal embodies that sense of here and now, and it tends to rub off on people.”
Pets can also have an astounding effect on symptoms of depression and feelings of loneliness.

“Older pet owners have often told us how incredibly barren and lonely their lives were without their pets’ companionship, even when there were some downsides to owning an active pet,” says Linda Anderson, who founded the Angel Animals Network in Minneapolis with her husband, Allen, to spread awareness of the benefits of pet ownership.

Marjorie and Richard Douse couldn’t agree more. Soon after the Douses retired, they adopted Bonnie, a golden retriever puppy who quickly became an indispensable member of the family.

Why Summer Is the Ideal Time to Embrace the Senior Living Lifestyle You Deserve

Why wait for the “right time” when it might be right now? Let’s ask a few real questions— ✅ Are daily routines becoming more stressful …

Emotional Support for Aging Dads – What Senior Fathers Really Need

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We talk about senior health. We talk about senior safety. But how often do we talk about senior dads and their emotional needs? The truth ...

Recipe Spotlight:

Scottish Steak Pie

Steak Pie is traditionally eaten at Hogmanay in Scotland, so we made this tasty Scottish Steak Pie Recipe just for the occasion! Of course, you can enjoy this simple but heart-warming meal at any other time of year too.

INGREDIENTS
• 800g Diced Beef Stewing Steak (approx 2lb)
• 2 tbsp Plain Flour
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil/Butter
• 2 Large Roughly Chopped Onions
• 500ml Beef Stock (approx 2 cups)
• 35ml Lea & Perrins Worcestershire Sauce, Pronounced – Wooster-sher ( approx 2 tbsp)
• 1 tbsp Tomato Puree
• 1 tsp Dijon Mustard
• 375g Ready Rolled Puff Pastry (Approx 13.2 oz)
• Salt and Pepper to taste
• Beaten egg or milk to brush the pastry (optional)

INSTRUCTIONS
1. Firstly take your mixing bowl and toss the beef in the plain flour, this will help insulate the meat while browning as well as helping the sauce to thicken. You can season the flour to help add an extra depth of flavour if you’d like.
2. Heat your pan and add the oil/butter. Once hot add the onions and cook until soft.
3. Once the onions are soft add the beef to brown it, this should only take a few minutes.
4. Once browned add the stock, Worcester Sauce, tomato puree, Dijon mustard and seasoning.
5. Bring the mixture slowly to the boil.
6. Once it begins to boil reduce the heat and allow to gently simmer for about 2.5 hrs.
7. During this time stir occasionally and, if like us, you have a gas stove that doesn’t have a low enough setting to simmer keep rotating the pan to avoid too much heat in one place.
8. Once the sauce is good and thick and the meat is soft tip the mixture into the pie dish. It should be roughly 3/4 full.
9. Preheat your oven to 180°C or 356°F, approx gas mark 4.
10. Cover the top of the pie dish with the rolled puff pastry and use a knife to trim off any excess pastry. Use your thumb or a fork to push down or crimp the edge of the pastry along the rim of the dish, helping to seal the mixture and the flavour in.
11. Brush with a beaten egg or milk to help the pastry brown. Make a hole in the centre of the pie to allow steam to exit during cooking.
12. Place the pie into the preheated oven for roughly 30 mins or until the pastry has risen and is golden brown.

Resident of the Month

Louise Noe

We are so pleased to honor our September Resident of the Month, Mrs. Louise Noe! Mrs. Louise was born in Reine, MS. She grew up in Amory, where she met her late husband, Jack Noe. Mrs. Louise worked at the Bank of Amory and was in multiple positions there. Her and her husband had a very happy marriage and had two very accomplished children, one boy who is now a retired Petroleum Engineer and one girl who is now a retired ER Pediatric Doctor. Mrs. Noe eventually moved to Starkville with her family and began working at the National Bank of Commerce- known now as Cadence Bank. Now in her retirement, Mrs. Noe enjoys crossword puzzles, word search, and solitaire. She was pleased to be named Resident of the Month for September, and we are pleased to have her!

Aging with G.R.A.C.E

• Gratitude: Thankfulness as a concept seems more connected to religion or spirituality at first consideration. But being thankful, or feeling gratitude, is an essential part of acceptance and satisfaction. It’s a kindness we can allow for ourselves. Having gratitude – for your life, gifts, family, whatever you hold dear – allows for celebration of being alive.

• Resilience: We have all faced adversity, and many of us have faced both personal and physical adversity. At times, we seem to know or intuit what to expect when there is loss in life, or disappointment, and we overcome it. Physical resilience is often far more difficult to achieve, especially given our busy, ‘moving’ world and our expectations for ourselves as wells others in our lives. To feel ‘sick’ or physically compromised is often seen as unacceptable, as though we should be able to power through the worst illness. How can we be resilient unless we accept a weakness and then rise above it? The health issues we may have are linked irrevocably with life satisfaction and just plain joy.

• Attitude: Attitude is a key influencer for all human interaction. Approach a sales clerk and see how long it takes you to assess her/his attitude about the job, the merchandise, the weather, your smile or even the phone call they were on before you came by. Her/his attitude is observable, and can drive future interactions to a negative and harmful place. Think of a situation recently where you could feel your attitude, and feel some negativity in it, or annoyance. Did you turn it around? Reframe it into a more logical and perhaps humorous exchange? Try it – your smile alone will be soothing, and the fact that you will know that you made a choice to reframe it positively will have an impact.

• Courage: Courage is imperative to aging well. The media bombards us with ads for drugs to help us ‘not feel old’ or ‘not look old.” It can be difficult to frame aging as anything but negative. It takes courage to confront myths, to ask a relative about their aging path, the pitfalls and how they cope with feeling as if they are alone in the aging process. This aloneness takes courage to endure.

• Education: It’s perfect that the E occurs at the end. Information is vital, especially as we age. From Medicare to Social Security to rehabilitative care, it’s important for you to stay informed. Ask yourself if you have adequate information about the services in your area that are open to you. Speaking with friends and acquaintances about their positive health experiences can be valuable in choosing your professionals.

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