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June 2023

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News and information regarding Gardant-managed award-winning communities, Heritage Woods of Rockford resident graduates college, the importance of being socially active, men's health and more!

Recognized for Commitment to Quality

14 Gardant-managed assisted living communities are being recognized by the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living for their commitment to quality with 2023 Bronze Quality Awards. The awards will be presented to the communities during the association’s national conference in Denver this fall.

In the past four years, 85% of Gardant-managed assisted living and memory care communities have been recognized by the association for their commitment to improving the lives of residents through quality care.

Brain-Boosting Foods for Fighting Memory Loss

Berries and spinach are two brain-healthy foods that can help you fight memory loss, notes a recent story on Fox News.

Heritage Woods of Rockford Resident Graduates from College

Persistence recently paid off for Vickie Ragnar, a resident of Heritage Woods of Rockford, a Gardant-managed Supportive Living community. At the age of 78, she was awarded an associate’s degree in English from Rock Valley College.

Gardant Chairman Named 2023 Changemaker

Rod Burkett, Chairman of Gardant Management Solutions, Inc., has been named a 2023 Senior Housing News Changemaker.

Importance of Staying Socially Active

Staying socially active may help older adults maintain optimal health, according to a new study that pinpoints the importance of volunteering and recreational activities.

Celebrating 10 Years of Service

Heritage Woods of Freeport recently celebrated its 10^th Anniversary. Over the past ten years, the supportive living community has served more than 380 older adults of all incomes.

During the celebration, resident Sara Lynn Sanders was recognized for ten years of residency, and Brenda Price, Dietary Aide; Dave Williams, Housekeeper; Iris Littlejohn, Cook; Kay Hablin, Receptionist; and Sheila Amborn, Executive Director, for 10 years of service. Illinois State Senator Andrew Chesney and Illinois State Reps. Tony McCombie and John Cabello were among those who attended.

Click here to view a video of highlights from the celebration.

Retiring in the U.S. and Benefits of Medicaid-Waiver for Assisted Living

Rick Banas highlights the Good, Bad, and Ugly of Retiring in the U.S. and the benefits of the Medicaid-waiver for assisted living in a recent Blog.

Thank You Illinois

A big Thank You to the Illinois General Assembly for passing legislation that provided for a vital increase in the reimbursement rate for Supportive Living Memory Care.

Congratulations Future Leader

Congratulations to Kara Luca on being selected into the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living Future Leader program. Kara is the Executive Director of Cambridge House of Maryville, a Gardant-managed Supportive Living community in the St. Louis Metro East area.

Gardant Selected to Manage Two Communities in Central Illinois

Gardant recently was selected two manage to affordable senior living communities in Springfield, Illinois. Timberlake Supportive Living features 60 studio and one-bedroom apartments for adults 65 and older who may need some help to maintain their independence. Timberlake Estates features apartments for adults 55 years of age and older. Both communities are ministries of Abundant Faith Church.

The Graying of America

The graying of America will present major challenges for our nation, according to a story posted on the NBC News website.

Advocating for Assisted Living

Gardant was honored to participate in the 2023 American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living Congressional Briefing in Washington, D.C. Gardant team members joined with the delegations from Illinois and Indiana in their visits with U.S. Senators and Representatives and their staffs to advocate for nursing homes and assisted living.

Men’s Health and Cataract Awareness

June is designated as Men’s Health and Cataract Awareness Month. Men’s Health Month is a time for encouraging men to take care of their physical and mental health. Cataracts are the leading cause of vision loss in the United States. According to the National Eye Institute, more than half of all individuals who are 80 years of age or older either have cataracts or have had surgery to remove cataracts.

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Gardant Management Solutions operates senior living, assisted living and memory care communities in Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, and West Virginia. Our focus is on providing residents with the Love, Compassion and Dignity they deserve.

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