Traditions Blog
Discover articles on assisted living, memory care, wellness, and more. Our blog is your go-to resource for understanding senior living and staying informed about our communities.
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Featured Employee of the Month: Erin Shultz from Park Place Senior Living
If there is one word that captures who Erin Shultz is to Park Place Senior Living, it’s service. For more than five years, Erin has been a steady, compassionate, and… Read full post
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Best Practices for a Smooth Transition into a Memory Care Neighborhood: What You Need to Know
Moving a loved one into a Memory Care neighborhood is a meaningful step, one that blends safety, comfort, and personalized support. But it can also be a confusing and difficult… Read full post
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Traditions Management Chicken & Strawberry Mix Greens Salad Recipe
Enjoy this popular, delicious recipe from our amazing dining staff. CHICKEN & STRAWBERRY MIXED GREENS SALAD5 ServingsINGREDIENTS PREPARE CHICKEN Download the recipe here. Watch our talented chef prepare this delightful… Read full post
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Observing Older Americans Month May 2026: Champion Your Health
May is Older Americans Month in the United States, a dedicated month to recognize older adults’ contributions and to reaffirm our commitment to supporting the health and independence of seniors.… Read full post
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Donna Ramusack Featured Resident of the Month
Donna Ramusack has called Gentry Park home since November 2025, choosing our community to be closer to her son and to meet new friends. Donna was born and raised in… Read full post
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Delaney Cole Featured Employee of the Month
Since joining Mission Grove when the community first opened in January, Delaney Cole has quickly become a valued and trusted part of the care team. In just four months, she… Read full post
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How to Have a Meaningful Visit With a Loved One in Our Memory Care Neighborhood
Visiting a loved one in our Memory Care neighborhood can be deeply meaningful for you and your loved one. It’s an opportunity to reconnect, share comfort, and create moments of… Read full post
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Why Quiet Time After Lunch Matters in Memory Care
The afternoon nap is a relaxing, cultural human touchstone that refreshes and reenergizes. Necessary for children, cherished by dads, and, as the siesta, a common tradition popular in Mediterranean and… Read full post
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Traditions in Bloom: Daylilies Bring an Enduring Passion to Traditions at Beaumont
‘Each day brings another bloom.’ And that is what makes daylilies so special. There is a LOT that makes Bev special; her knowledge and passion for the Daylily Society is just the tip of the… Read full post
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Featured Employee of the Month: Antonio Clark: Traditions at Camargo
“I feel at ease knowing that Antonio is there taking care of my mom. He’s so kind and patient. He’s a good one.” -Family member of a resident who nominated Antonio. … Read full post
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Featured Resident of the Month: Cora Overberg: Traditions of Deerfield
Meet Cora Overberg, this month’s Featured Resident of the Month! Cora is a resident at Traditions of Deerfield and has lived there for the last year and a half. Cora’s… Read full post
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Writing What We Feel
We all do it. Sometimes we only hear, not listen. We are thinking about the point we want to make, the sarcastic retort or recognizing our feelings just got hurt – we… Read full post