A Soulful Story: Career Woman
With dementia, people typically lose short-term memory but are often still able to recall older memories. Reminiscing about times a person does remember either through reenactment or discussion can give those with dementia a feeling of success and confidence because it’s something they’re still able to do. It gives an opportunity to talk or share…
Read MoreA Soulful Story: Dedication Until the End
A resident moved into The Legacy several years ago with her husband. After he passed, she remained in her apartment, and The Legacy at Home Personal Assistance Services would come throughout the week to assist her. The resident and her caregiver developed a deep relationship over the years. The resident lived alone but was never…
Read MoreA Soulful Story: One Small Moment Leaving Lasting Impact
Every day we encounter people that touch our lives in small ways or in ways that we may not know until a later time. This happened recently to one Legacy team member. She encountered Rabbi Cohen, Director of Rabbinical Services and Pastoral Care, in a casual conversation that resulted in Rabbi giving a blessing. This…
Read MoreA Soulful Story: Compassionate Care from Our Leaders
Recently several team members, including the leadership team, were in a meeting in a Legacy board room. A resident fell just outside the meeting room and was not able to get up on her own. One leadership team member immediately called for a nurse, while another swiftly arrived with a wheelchair and several others did…
Read MoreA Soulful Story: Warm Hearts Under Icy Conditions
February brought another ice storm upon The Legacy Midtown Park and The Legacy Willow Bend. As in years past, Legacy team members went above and beyond to serve and care for residents. Many team members stayed overnight on campus to avoid treacherous travel, while others volunteered to picked-up co-workers and/or supplies to ensure Legacy services…
Read MoreA Soulful Story: International Kindness
BBYO (B’nai B’rith Youth Organization) is currently hosting its annual International Convention in Dallas (February 16-20, 2023). More than 5,000 of the Jewish community’s top teen leaders, educators, professionals, and philanthropists from around the world gather for one of the largest Jewish communal events of the year. The Legacy Midtown Park and Willow Bend were…
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