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Generations at Rock Island supports the fight against Alzheimer’s and dementia.  Every year they assemble a team and get to work on brainstorming ideas about fundraising efforts to make their participation in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s a success! Generations at Rock Island is one of the hubs of Generations Healthcare Network’s Alzheimer and dementia wards.  Though all… Read more»

“Fiesta Day” was the theme Generations at Columbus Park’s 21st annual friends and family day.  Their annual day is a time to give back to the community, residents and supporters as well as open our doors to families and guests who want to become familiar with the facility and their services. The sun shined brightly as residents and… Read more»

During the summer months, the Red Cross experiences a drastic decline in new donors. Nationwide, about one-third fewer new donors came out to give last summer than during the rest of the year. Additionally, many schools where blood drives are held – and where new donors give – are not in session, and current donors… Read more»

The benefit of exercise throughout life has always made headlines.  But is it safe for seniors to exercise?  Absolutely! Regular exercise can prevent chronic disease; improve mood and lower chances of injury or illness. Generations at Oakton wants to help seniors’ start a new exercise routine that is exciting as well as beneficial for their… Read more»

Generations at Rock Island supports the fight against Alzheimer’s and dementia.  Every year they assemble a team and get to work on brainstorming ideas about fundraising efforts and what they can do to make Walk to End Alzheimer’s a success!  Generations at Rock Island is one of three facilities in the Generations Healthcare Network that has… Read more»

Auburn Village Rehab and Skilled Nursing resident Kassie (Kassandra) Perry, a 23- year-old woman with terminal lung disease married her boyfriend on July 16th with the help of an entire community. Kassie previously confided to a social worker that she wanted to marry her long-time boyfriend and father of her 2-year-old son. Amy Melcher, our… Read more»

Generations at Applewood is still in the midst of construction to bring our staff, residents and their families new amenities and an expanded facility.  During this time there will be a new entrance for residents, visitors and staff.  The new entrance is on Route 30 (east of Burger King).  Please see our easy to read… Read more»

There is a lot of excitement in the air at Generations at Applewood! Construction of our renovation and expansion project is in full swing.  The new 2400 sq. ft project of the main dining room is 60% complete.  Currently new windows are being installed and drywall is being hung. The estimated dining room completion date… Read more»

We were proud to be one of the sponsors for the 13th Annual Connie McAlister Poker Run on Saturday June 10th in Auburn, Indiana. The event started with the Poker Run and included a day full of activities and entertainment like auctions, raffles, live music and dinner for all participants.  Those who did not run… Read more»

During our second installment of our Summer Series we had local Pharmacy Manager Kim and beauty consultant Angela from Walgreens presented on “The Importance of Summer Skin Care and the Roles Medications Play.”  Our attendees enjoyed a delicious spread of brownies, fresh fruit and refreshments while learning about skin care for seniors as well as… Read more»