Know When It’s Time to Explore Care Options
The Importance of Early Planning When caring for an aging parent or loved one, it’s natural to want to maintain their independence for as long as possible. However, waiting until after a fall, medical emergency, or crisis occurs before thinking about in-home care services often means your loved one will need more intensive care than […]
The Wisdom of Three Generations – Meet the Team
A job advertisement in the local newspaper in May 2000 caught Kathy’s eye. It celebrated its caregivers. She took her yellow highlighter and excitedly circled the ad so many times that she couldn’t even read the phone number she was supposed to call. She quickly reached out to a friend, who found the same ad […]
From Caregiver to Nurse: Skyler’s Inspiring Career Path at English Rose
At English Rose, some caregivers become lifelong team members, while others use their experience to explore a caregiver career path and launch meaningful professions in healthcare. For Skyler Klostreich, joining English Rose as a recent college graduate was a life-changing decision. Why Caregiving Is a Great Place to Start Skyler, who earned her degree in […]
Enhancing Memory Care: The Impact of Occupational Therapy on Dementia Support and Senior Well-Being
Meet Kristin Elsbernd, Occupational Therapist Kristin Elsbernd sought an organization where she could use her training in occupational therapy (OT) to improve the lives of seniors while emphasizing patient-centered care and evidence-based practices in geriatric OT. As a doctoral candidate at the University of Mary, in Bismarck, North Dakota, Elsbernd was excited to learn that […]
Inside Oak Ridge: How English Rose Redefines Assisted Living in Minnetonka
At English Rose, we believe that home is more than a place: it’s a feeling. It’s comfort, beauty, and connection. When someone you love requires 24/7 care, the last thing you want is to isolate them from the people and experiences that matter most. That’s why we expanded our award-winning residential care model to Minnetonka, […]
Parkinson’s Care 101: Understanding Parkinson’s Disease & Support Options
What Is Parkinson’s Disease? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects movement and coordination. It happens when brain cells that make dopamine—a chemical that helps control movement—stop working or die. That’s why Parkinson’s is known as a “movement disorder.” Its symptoms include shaking (tremors), stiffness, slow movement, and problems with balance. Doctors believe […]
The Power of Storytelling in Alzheimer’s Care: A Person-Centered Approach
At English Rose, life stories are one of the most important tools we have for communication and making connections with each resident. Each day, we strive to bring comfort, joy, and purpose to our residents, and it all starts with the life story. Although life stories and autobiographical memory have become commonplace in person-centered dementia […]
Why Choose English Rose for Residential Parkinson’s Care in Minneapolis?
Partnering with Struthers Parkinson’s Center: Staff Training, Expertise, and a Commitment to Excellence At English Rose, we are proud to be a partner in the Struthers Parkinson’s Care Network. As we strive to deliver the highest quality of care for each of our residents, we understand the importance of educating our entire staff on how […]
Inside English Rose: How Meaningful Activities and Thoughtful Engagement Make Every Day Special for Our Residents
Meet Stephanie Catton, English Rose Activity Coordinator The smell of mini-donuts, cheese curds, and Martha’s cookies wafting through our homes last month brought smiles to the faces of English Rose residents and caregivers. It was the first day of the Minnesota State Fair, and our new Activity Coordinator, Stephanie, brought the tastes and smells of […]
Traveling with Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s
Sometimes travel is necessary, and sometimes it is just fun. Research is connecting travel with positive psychological benefits, leading more doctors to recommend travel for people with dementia, Alzheimer’s, and disabilities. What once was a luxury is now realized as a component of longevity, health, and wellbeing. As we age, we begin to think in […]
Music Therapy for Dementia & Alzheimer’s
For the next hour, Christian will cycle through a century’s worth of music from a wide variety of beloved genres, from well-known spiritual tunes to radio classics from Elvis and John Denver. The group, tentative at first, soon fills the room with smiles, hand-tapping, laughter, and commentary. “Live music is always a resident favorite,” says […]
Why I Volunteer: Building Hope and Community with Alzheimer’s Young Champions
Finding Purpose Through Volunteering I started volunteering with the Alzheimer’s Association Minnesota-North Dakota Chapter in 2016, a few years after my dad’s Alzheimer’s diagnosis. Giving back was a way for me to learn about the disease, find support, and help other individuals and families living with dementia. Connecting with Young Champions Not long after, I […]
Maintenance Therapy: The Best Kept Secret in Senior Care!
Have you ever needed physical or occupational therapy (PT/OT) as part of your healthcare plan? Many seniors have experienced chronic conditions that cause decreased strength, range of motion, balance deficits, difficulty with walking, or memory issues that may lead them to need PT/OT. To qualify for PT/OT covered by insurance, patients typically need to have […]