A Soulful Story: Fitness Journey
A nightmare happened to Elmo and his family on October 31, 2022. His mom passed away in her sleep. It is believed that an inactive lifestyle was a contributing factor to her early passing. On the first Mother’s Day since her passing, Elmo ran his first 5k race, the JCC’s Bagel Run, with The Legacy…
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This week the Tzofim Friendship Caravan came to The Legacy Friends of Israel Scouts, Inc. – Tzofim (FOIS) encompasses programs which develop and maintain a connection between the Tzofim (Israel Scouts) movement in Israel and North American Jewry. The Friendship Caravan specifically brings excitement, energy, and harmony to North America through goodwill and performance. The…
Read MoreA Soulful Story: Save the Date | October 14
In 1953, the Dallas Home for Jewish Aged opened on the Golden Acres campus in East Dallas in order to meet the growing need for quality care and services for Jewish seniors. Under expert guidance, and with generous support from the community, Golden Acres quickly became a nationally recognized leader in the field of aging…
Read MoreA Soulful Story: Team Member Highlight
“The show must go on” has been the motto at The Legacy Midtown Park after a beloved team member resigned, leaving the Independent Living Lifestyles position vacant. Thanks in large part to Lorelei Pinada, Director of Resident Engagement at The Legacy Willow Bend, there has not been a slowdown in activities or social events. While maintaining…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Difference Between Assisted Living & Memory Support
As individuals age, their healthcare needs may change, and they might require additional support and assistance. Two common options for older adults are assisted living and memory support. While both types of care cater to seniors, there are distinct differences between them, particularly in terms of services provided and the specific needs they address. In…
Read MoreA Soulful Story: In Memory of Buddy Rosenthal
This week, The Legacy lost a piece of our soul. Herbert “Buddy” Rosenthal was chair of our first community, Dallas Home for the Jewish Aged on the Golden Acres campus, from 1988-1990. He served The Legacy Senior Communities in a variety of capacities since he was 25 years old. In 2015, Buddy and his wife,…
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