Celebrating Mother’s Day: Creative Gift Ideas for Senior Moms

Celebrating Mother’s Day: Creative Gift Ideas for Senior Moms

Moms are the best. They take care of you when you’re sick, they drive you to school, and they’re your biggest cheerleader on the sidelines at school and in life. They’re pretty special. That’s why we put together this list of creative gift ideas for your senior mom. After a life of giving and loving,…

Spring Cleaning Tips for Seniors: Refreshing Your Space

Spring Cleaning Tips for Seniors: Refreshing Your Space

Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, so you know what that means… early spring! Or at least that’s what we’ve been told. Whether or not you believe the world-famous groundhog, spring will definitely arrive, so it’s time to start thinking about spring cleaning! Although it can be a bit of work, spring cleaning is a great…

Prairie Vista Village: Setting the Standard with Nine Prestigious Awards

Prairie Vista Village: Setting the Standard with Nine Prestigious Awards

Excellence in senior care isn’t just a goal at Prairie Vista Village; it’s a way of life. And recently, this commitment to exceptional service and care has been recognized in a remarkable way. Prairie Vista Village has been honored with not one, not two, but nine prestigious awards from Pinnacle Quality Insight – An HCP…

Heart-Healthy Recipes: A Guide for Seniors

Heart-Healthy Recipes: A Guide for Seniors

February is American Heart Month, a time when the American Heart Association designated a time of year for everyone to pay attention to their hearts and cardiovascular health. Heart-healthy recipes don’t have to break the bank or be hard to cook. Here are some of our tips for finding foods that promote heart health and favorite recipes…

Top 10 Indoor Activities for Seniors to Enjoy During Winter

Top 10 Indoor Activities for Seniors to Enjoy During Winter

It happens every year. The days get shorter. The temperature drops. And cold weather chills our very bones. Even though we know exactly when to expect winter, it seems to surprise us every year—maybe we’re willfully ignorant. Change up your routine this year. Don’t let the cold weather keep you from having fun. There are…

Top 10 Gifts for Your Parents or Grandparents This Holiday Season

Top 10 Gifts for Your Parents or Grandparents This Holiday Season

What do you get someone who can buy anything they want or need? This question has plagued everyone at some time during the holiday season. When we want to show our love and appreciation for our friends and family, we often stumble into the holidays trying to figure out what to buy. And as our…

Prairie Vista Village: Excellence in Both Short-Term Rehab and Long-Term Care

Prairie Vista Village: Excellence in Both Short-Term Rehab and Long-Term Care

At Prairie Vista Village, we are honored to receive accolades in both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care from U.S. News. This dual recognition underscores our commitment to providing top-tier care across different needs and time frames​​​​. In Short-Term Rehab, our focus is on offering exceptional care for residents recovering from acute medical events, ensuring a…

8 Ways To Show You’re Thankful To Your Parents Or Grandparents

8 Ways To Show You’re Thankful To Your Parents Or Grandparents

There’s an old Italian proverb that goes, “If nothing is going well, call your grandmother.” Grandparents are some pretty special people and always know the right thing to say. You can return the favor this holiday season by showing how much you appreciate them. Host a Grandparents’ Day Out Nothing shows appreciation and thankfulness like…