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Amanda Ritzer has joined Immanuel Lutheran Communities as the nursing administrator. She will lead the nursing department at Immanuel Skilled Care Center and the Retreat at Buffalo Hill.  “Amanda brings many relevant proficiencies as a local nurse clinical leader with experience in skilled nursing / transitional care and home care.” states Jason Cronk, Administrator of Immanuel Skilled...

Carla Wilton, Executive Director of Buffalo Hill Terrace speaks about company culture and The Immanuel Spirit.

Carla shares The Immanuel Spirit, which puts into words the desired culture for those working and living at Immanuel Lutheran Communities.

Taking these steps can reduce frustration and stress — for all of you “Doctor, my mom needs help, but she won’t accept it and she won’t listen.” Sound familiar? It’s a complaint I hear all the time from families worried about older parents and aging relatives. And it’s a very real issue that we must...

7 tips to get mom or dad to go for care, meals and new friends Having a place where your parent is able to go during the day for care, rehab services or just socializing can be a godsend for caregiving families. But you may find that your loved one is reluctant to try it...

Summer Concert Series Kickoff and Line-Up-Jack Gladstone and Hannah Brown

Jack and Hannah share information about the Summer Courtyard Concert Series at Immanuel Lutheran Communities.  Jack Gladstone will kick off the series of six concerts that will take place during the 2019 summer season.

Zack Hagler, Facilities Director of Immanuel Lutheran Communities shares “Repairs Worth Making Before You Sell Your House”

Zack shares home updates to make your home more appealing to buyers. Some of these are updates that anyone can manage, while others may be worth the cost of hiring someone to perform prior to putting your home on the market.

These remodeling jobs can make it easier to age in place Credit: Envato After retiring, the chance to stay in the home where you’ve built up memories and grown comfortable may sound perfect. But to age in place well, you may need to do some renovations. The question is: Which ones are worth the cost?...

Drink Up! Dehydration in Seniors With the summer sun and warm weather upon us, more and more of us tend to head outside for outdoor fun and activities. But, before you enjoy your fun in the sun, it’s important to make sure that you stay hydrated. Dehydration is extremely common, but seniors are at increased...

Playing an instrument offers physical and emotional benefits if you have health issues Part of the VITALITY ARTS SPECIAL REPORT If music hath charms to soothe the savage breast, then playing music hath charms to heal the savage breast, or, more appropriately, the damaged lungs. This is what Tom Zoe of Austin, Texas believes. So he helped create a program...

Music & Memories with Hannah Brown, Recreation & Wellness Manager

Millions of aging Americans living in long-term care facilities face cognitive and physical difficulties and have left behind their familiar surroundings, familiar faces, and even their favorite music.

The Music and Memories program helps people who struggle with a wide range of cognitive and physical challenges to find renewed meaning and connection in their lives through the gift of personalized music.