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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Assisted Living Options for Couples with Different Needs
You spent a lifetime building traditions together, but now your care needs have begun to diverge. You might have made the decision to move into a senior living community, or… Read full post
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Mission Grove’s First Resident, American Hero Bill Castellano, Experiences Honor Flight
The Honor Flight Network’s mission is to ‘celebrate America’s veterans by inviting them to share in a day of honor at our nation’s memorials.’ While Traditions Management’s mission is a little different, our communities also… Read full post
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Featured Resident of the Month: Lestine Grady: Traditions of Columbus
Lestine Grady from Traditions of Columbus is our Featured Resident of the Month! Lestine is a steady, joyful presence who makes Traditions of Columbus feel like home. She participates in a wide variety of activities… Read full post
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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