Fighting to Remember! Did you know that Alzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death in the United States and that 5.4 million people are living with Alzheimer’s in the U.S. alone? This fall, Team Bethesda and Friends will be walking in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s to raise money for the fight against […]
Matter of Balance: Managing Concerns About Falls
Have you turned down a chance to go out with family or friends because you were concerned about falling? Have you cut down on a favorite activity because you might fall? Up to 50% of Americans over the age of 65, who live independently, experience a fear of falling. The fear of falling is common […]
Bethesda Participates in Community Days 2016 – You Can Purchase Your Book Online!
The Bethesda Foundation is raising funds to support our seniors by selling $5 Community Days booklets for a sale shopping event November 9-12 at Herbergers in Willmar. We love this fundraiser because 100% of the money we raise is ours to keep. We have a goal to raise $1,000 and with your support we can […]
You’re Invited to a Free Parkinson’s Educational and Social Event in Willmar
You are invited to attend a free Parkinson’s event in Willmar this coming August! This educational and social event will provide community support for those living with Parkinson’s disease. It will feature presentations on Parkinson’s Friendly Communities, LSVT Big and Loud and interactive exercises. Snacks and refreshments will be served. A Parkinson’s Friendly Community consists […]
Bethesda Offers Free Support Groups for Community
Some individuals find support groups helpful. They allow people to share their experiences and exchange information. Support groups also encourage caregivers to care for themselves and help remind you that it is not selfish for caregivers to attend to their own needs. Bethesda’s free support groups are run by professionals and are designed to help individuals deal with different care giving situations. Alzheimer’s Support Group: Bethesda’s Alzheimer’s Support […]
Bethesda’s Park View Village Tenants Honored with “A Labor of Love” Memory Garden and Pergola
Tenants at Bethesda’s Park View Village Assisted Living Senior Apartments, located in Olivia, MN, were honored this past Fall with the completion of the “Labor of Love” Memory Garden and Pergola, made possible by a group of generous donors from the Olivia area. A dedication ceremony with apple pie and coffee was held with approximately 25 people in attendance. Park View Village tenants will be able […]
Club Bethesda Partners with Ridgewater Nursing Students
Club Bethesda partnered with Ridgewater College Nursing Students to host a Wellness Workshop at Club Bethesda this last spring. Students taught a variety of exercise classes to individuals attending this free event, including Balance Basics, Safe Stretching, Tai Chi, Chair Yoga and Mediation. The Nursing Students also offered free blood pressure, glucose and hemoglobin testing for all attendees. The event was a great success and will hopefully take place […]
Celebrating National Nurses and Nursing Home Week
In celebration of National Nurses and Nursing Home Week, we would like to send a heartfelt thank you to our Bethesda nurses, nursing assistants and other care staff. So often, you go above and beyond what’s expected of caregivers. You work to ensure each interaction with our residents, tenants, clients and families results in a […]
Coming Soon: Bethesda Week Celebration
In observance of National Nursing Home Week, May 7 to 13, 2016, Bethesda is celebrating “Bethesda Week” to encourage our residents, tenants, clients, families, staff and others to engage with their loved ones, family members and neighbors. Bethesda wants to make this a special time for all and will celebrate by holding several events and themed day to […]
Social Work Month 2016: Forging Solutions Out of Challenges
Our nation’s more than 600,000 social workers have amazing tenacity and talent. They confront some of the most challenging issues facing individuals, families, communities and society and forge solutions that help people reach their full potential and make our nation a better place to live. Social workers contribute at all levels of society, working with […]
