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Executive Director

Are you a veteran? Are you married to a veteran? Have you heard about Veterans Aid and Attendance benefits? Aid and Attendance provides additional financial assistance to veterans who require help with daily living activities in assisted living communities – like Traditions at Camargo!

Traditions at Camargo offers a wide range of services to seniors who need help with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and medication management. We provide a supportive environment that allows seniors to maintain their independence and dignity while receiving the care they need.

For veterans who are eligible for Aid and Attendance, the financial benefits can be significant. The program provides additional financial assistance to help cover the cost of care in assisted living, which can be a significant expense for seniors and their families. This extra support can make it possible for veterans to afford the care they need without having to worry about financial burdens.

In addition to the financial benefits, the Aid and Attendance program offers several other advantages to veterans in assisted living. For example, the program provides access to a network of healthcare professionals who can help veterans manage their health and wellness. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, and other specialists who can provide expert advice and care to help veterans maintain their physical and mental health.

Perhaps most importantly, the Aid and Attendance program provides peace of mind for veterans and their families. Knowing that they have access to the care and support they need can be a tremendous relief for seniors and their loved ones. This can reduce stress and anxiety and help veterans and their families enjoy their time together without worrying about healthcare costs or other financial concerns.

In conclusion, the Aid and Attendance program offers significant benefits to veterans who require assistance in assisted living. From financial support to access to healthcare professionals and social activities, this program can provide the care and support that veterans need to maintain their quality of life. If you are a veteran or the loved one of a veteran who requires assistance with daily living activities, it is worth exploring the options available through the Aid and Attendance program.

For more information, please me at 513-422-5499.

We hope you enjoy the pictures of just a few of the fun activities we have had recently at Traditions at Camargo!

Ellen joined the Camargo team in 2023 as Activities Director. Ellen was born and raised in Cincinnati; she discovered her love for working with seniors right after high school. Originally, Ellen was a housekeeper in a senior community, but a broken arm hindered her ability to clean so she began working in Activities while her arm healed. She immediately fell in love with the job and realized this was her destiny – 34 years have gone by, and she hasn’t looked back! Ellen’s certification was earned through the Mary E. Miller Activity Course, additionally she completed coursework through The Aging Process.

Ellen loves to cook, bake, craft, and thrives on socialization. She loves helping seniors remain active and engaged, the most rewarding part of her day is seeing residents participate in activities. She recalls a special memory regarding a resident that was shy and refused to come out of her apartment. Ellen began bringing her a cup of apple juice every morning (her favorite) and would chat for a few minutes. Their conversations grew deeper and after a few weeks Ellen asked her to come out for some entertainment on the condition that Ellen would help her back to her apartment if it was too much for her. She stayed for the entire show! The next morning, this resident bravely came out for BINGO and ended up winning three prizes, she became a social butterfly and participated in daily activities.

Ellen is proud to be employed with Traditions at Camargo and recognizes the community as one of the best in the city. In her spare time, she enjoys crafting and spending time with her husband.

McKenzie begin her career with Traditions at Camargo in 2021, she worked as a nurse and was promoted to Associate Wellness Director in 2023. McKenzie completed her education at Butler Tech and holds an LPN license. She graduated with salutatorian honors! McKenzie loves everything about being a nurse; she has a heart for helping others and the smiles on residents’ faces are a great reward.

McKenzie has two children with her husband – they were high school sweethearts! She loves animals and has two dogs (Kane and Scotty) and two guinea pics (Miss Ho-Ho and Miss Bella). She enjoys spending time with her family outside work.

McKenzie loves working at Traditions at Camargo mainly because of the family community, she’s thankful for the relationship bonds she’s formed with the residents and is proud to be part of their “extended family.”

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We are excited to give you an update on what has been happening as we say goodbye to winter and move forward into the spring season.

The winter months were challenging with weather issues. My team performed at a high level even when getting to work was difficult at times. We had great feedback on our special meals served at Christmas, New Years and Easter. Roast Prime Rib, Apple-Glazed Pork and Lemon-Dill Flavored Salmon were some highlights, and monthly Happy Hours included great bar drinks and appetizers in January, February, and March.

My team and I participated in a Traditions' service re-boot during April which was a great learning experience for us with the goal of improving service and the preparation of the food we serve. Our goal is always to meet and exceed the standards our residents expect and deserve.

We Look forward to our first grill-out in May with more special events to come! Click the button above to check out our exciting new Spring & Summer Menus!

Culinary Director

My husband and I recently turned 60! Some friends told us about The Golden Buckeye Card/Program. Those eligible are Ohioans aged 60 or older; or Ohio residents aged 18-59 with a disability as defined by Social Security.

Your Golden Buckeye Card is non-transferrable. The only person whose name is on the card is entitled to its benefits and discounts. Some merchants may ask for another form of identification when you present your card. Below is the link I used to apply for my Golden Buckeye Card; the form took less than 2 minutes to complete. Click the "View Merchants" button to see the list of participating merchants.

I found many local restaurants offer 10% off, Firestone offers 15% off new tires, and there are so many more discounts of which we plan to take advantage.