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Halloween Activities for Seniors to Enjoy with Their Families
It’s officially fall and Halloween is right around the corner! Most people think Halloween is just a day for little kids, but anyone can get in on the holiday spirit, from children to seniors and everyone in between. Draw the family closer together and help...
Are your loved one’s affairs in order?
Do you have a family member or close friend preparing to enter a long-term care facility? The whole process can be a physically and emotionally draining experience for all involved. That’s why you want to make sure you don’t forget or put off one of the most important...
Jefferson Park Ranked in America’s Best Nursing Homes in Tennessee 2021
Jefferson Park at Dandridge is excited to announce for the second year, we've been ranked as one of the best nursing homes in our state! Follow the link below for the full article: https://www.newsweek.com/americas-best-nursing-homes-2021/tennessee
Long-term Care Insurance Explained
Planning for the future is often something people prefer to put off indefinitely. When you begin talking about planning for your Golden Years, one consideration you must take into account is who will take care of you if you were physically or mentally unable to do so...
August Employee of the Month: Teresa Everhart
Teresa Everhart is our August employee of the month. Teresa works in housekeeping/laundry and enjoys making the residents smile! Born and raised in Soddy Daisy, TN, she moved to New Market in 2002. She and her husband, Greg, have three children and three...
August Resident of the Month: Sandra Williams
To show how much we love and appreciate our residents, Jefferson Park at Dandridge likes to recognize one of our residents each month. For August, our Resident of the Month is Sandra Williams! Sandra was born and raised in Butler, TN, where she lived with her parents...
Understanding Your Aging Parents: Top 10 Fears of Aging
Change in general is intimidating and induces fear, but changes to your own body and personal circumstances can be even scarier. This is why aging can be so scary. As we get older, there are a lot of changes and unknowns that come up that we have to try to sort out....
6 Health Benefits of Gardening for Seniors
Gardening is a beautiful and magical experience that is loved by people of all ages, from children to seniors. What you may not know is that this enjoyable and rewarding activity also comes with many health benefits, especially for seniors. Studies have proven that...
Jefferson Park is Excited to Announce a New Location
Jefferson Park will be adding a new location to their name – Jefferson Park at White Pine. We’re thrilled to officially announce the project. In September 2019, it was unanimously voted by the County Commission that funds could and would be used for the building of a...
March Resident of the Month: John Moser
Each month, our facility likes to take the time to recognize one of our residents. For the month of March, that resident is John Moser! John was born on June 29, 1963. He is a proud fan of the University of Tennessee Volunteers. John’s favorite treats include...
Top 5 Reasons Nursing Facilities Beat Leaving Alone
Daily fitness regimens, nutritious home-cooked meals, and social support. As a loved one ages, decisions have to be made that impact their living situations. While many elders want to maintain a sense of independence by living at home, there are studies that show that...
Balancing Support & Independence in Senior Care
As your aging loved one under your care starts to get older, they will require more assistance. While it is important to provide the support they need, it is also vital for elders to maintain as much independence as possible. Aging adults want to live as independently...