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Respite Care For Senior Citizens Riverwood
Here at Riverwood Senior Living in Rome, Georgia, our assisted living community offers care services outside of the usual long-term housing many choose in later life. There are often situations in which seniors may find themselves in need of short-term stays or...
Mother’s Day– Celebrating Motherhood in all its Forms
Mother’s Day is so special, and carries with it its own meaning for each of us. Perhaps you celebrate this holiday as someone who had an incredible mother of your own. Perhaps you yourself are a mother, a stepmother, a godmother, mentor, teacher, or caregiver. As we...
Dalton Lezotte
May- Employee of the Month Dalton has been with Riverwood since December of 2020, and has been a great asset to our dietary staff. Whenever asked to help with any extra tasks like moving furniture or anything else, he always shows up and shows out to assist! Thank...
What We’ve Been Up To
*This demonstration was socially distanced and our two performers are fully vaccinated. Riverwood Gardening Club Our residents enjoyed some fresh air and getting their hands dirty planting flowers in our outdoor planters. Exercise Class Residents enjoyed a fun,...
EASTER FACTS YOU PROBABLY DIDN’T KNOW
The origin of the Easter Bunny dates back hundreds of years, beginning in pre-Christian Germany. The hare was said to be the symbol of spring and fertility. As Christianity spread across Europe, pagan traditions blended with Christian holidays, which saw the Easter Bunny lay colorful eggs for well-behaved children on Easter Sunday.
What We’ve Been Up To
Pathways staff enjoyed getting dressed up, reading books, and telling the history of Theodor Seuss Geisel AKA Dr. Seuss, for Dr. Seuss Day. The residents enjoyed everything about it, and can’t wait until next year’s Seuss events.
April Fools’ Day– Pranks Across History
Though April Fools pranks are an old tradition in American and European cultures, no one really knows the exact origins of this trickster’s holiday. Some historians link these traditions to ancient European festivals in which people dressed in costumes to fool...
Roxanne Franks
April- Employee of the Month Roxanne goes by “Roxi” around here. She has worked at Riverwood for going on two years now. She has a passion for taking care of her residents, as well as her own mom. She also loves to spend time with her family and friends. Roxi is a...
6 Tips to Reduce Anxiety in Dementia Patients Rome
Our brains are so powerful, and we often take for granted the amazing things they do for us regularly. Remembering how to get to your friend’s house, make your favorite recipe, or other seemingly small tasks are just a few of the things our amazing brains can help us...