SENIOR LIVING DIRECTORY

from Generations January 2023

Love celebrations around the world

Eventide Sheyenne Crossings Care Center

125 13th Ave W, West Fargo ND 58078 • 701-478-6100

Offers long-term nursing care and short-term transitional care. Spacious rooms, well-appointed dining and social areas, physical, occupational and speech therapies, and spiritual support. Compassionate, professional staff. www.eventide.org

SMP Health - St. Catherine North

(formerly Rosewood on Broadway)

1351 Broadway, Fargo ND 58102

701-277-7999 • www.smphealth.org/stcatherinenorth

As part of the SMP Health System, we are a Catholic healthcare ministry providing skilled nursing and rehabilitation services for people needing short or long term care when recovering from an injury or illness. Please take the time to call or stop by for a tour.

SMP Health - St. Catherine South

(formerly Villa Maria)

3102 S. University Drive, Fargo, ND 58103

701-293-7750 • www.smphealth.org/stcatherinesouth

St. Francis Home

2400 St. Francis Drive, Breckenridge MN • 218-643-0553

80 bed skilled nursing care facility, Medicare & Medicaid certified. Residents experience an at-home style of living in a personal setting with private/single rooms, cozy living rooms and intimate dining areas. Resident-centered care is provided by health care professionals in a quiet environment. SFH is located on a campus with a continuum of health care services. You can access primary care providers and diagnostic services without leaving the campus if you desire.

REHABILITATION/ TRANSITIONAL CARE

Bethany Retirement Living

201 University Dr S, Fargo ND 58103 • 701-239-3000

Our skilled nursing staff and on-site therapists can help you recover after an injury or illness. Physical, occupational and speech therapy can assist you during a short-term rehabilitation stay so you can return home or to another level of care. www.bethanynd.org

Eventide Fargo Care Center

3225 51st St S, Fargo ND 58104

Short term specialized care following a hospital stay. Skilled therapists provide physical, occupational and speech therapy. Spacious rooms, beautiful dining and social areas and recreation programming. We’ll help you get back to doing what you love. www.eventide.org

Eventide on Eighth Care Center

1405 7th St S, Moorhead MN 56560 • 218-233-7508

Short term specialized care following a hospital stay. Professional therapists provide physical, occupational and speech therapy. Social programs, private dining room, garden patio and comfortable accommodations. We’ll help you get back to doing what you love. www.eventide.org

Eventide Sheyenne Crossings

Care Center

125 13th Avenue W, West Fargo ND 58078 • 701-478-6100

Short term specialized care following a hospital stay. Skilled therapists provide physical, occupational and speech therapy. Spacious rooms, beautiful dining,social areas and recreation programming. We’ll help you get back to doing what you love. www.eventide.org

SMP Health - St. Catherine North (formerly Rosewood on Broadway)

1351 Broadway, Fargo ND 58102 701-277-7999 • www.smphealth.org/stcatherinenorth

SMP Health - St. Catherine South

(formerly Villa Maria)

3102 S. University Drive, Fargo, ND 58103 701-293-7750 • www.smphealth.org/stcatherinesouth

St. Catherine’s Living Center

1307 7th St N, Wahpeton, ND 58075 • 701-642-6667 www.blcwahpeton.org

We provided a warm, home-like environment for those who need more attention and care on a daily basis long-term or short term. Our Short term wing specializes in care for injuries or illnesses following a hospital stay. The newly remodeled private rooms along with chaplain services and recreational programs are available to those wanting to stay involved socially during their rehabilitation. With a newly remodeled therapy gym, therapists are here to provide physical, occupational and speech therapy to help you reach your goals.

Retirement Living

Bethany Gables

4255 30th Ave S, Fargo ND 58104 • 701-478-8900 www.bethanynd.org

Secure living for active seniors and part of Bethany Retirement Living. 1 & 2 bedroom apartments available; numerous amenities. An affordable rent structure makes Bethany Gables the perfect retirement living option.

Grace Pointe

2890 Saffron Dr S, Fargo ND • 701-551-0805 www.gracepointend.org

The Grace Pointe Apartments offer a unique upscale living opportunity for those aged 55 and older. Large 1 & 2 bedroom units with balconies, under-building parking, specially designed common areas and access to the amenities in the Bethany on 42nd Town Center make Grace Pointe the perfect option.

RIDES & TRANSPORTATION

Valley Senior Services

2801 32nd Ave S, Fargo (701) 293-1440 • ValleySeniorServices.org

Valley Senior Services promotes independence and better health for seniors 60+ years old through Meals On Wheels and community dining, transportation, supportive resources, and much more.

TELEHEALTH/HOME MONITOR SERVICES

CHI Health at Home Home Health

Breckenridge, MN

218-643-2275 • Fax: 218-643-2274 • CHIHealthatHome.info

Provides Medicare-certified home health services to clients in MN and ND. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies. We’re here to help you stay safe at home!

CHI Health at Home Home Health

Valley City, ND

855-860-3464 • Fax: 701-845-6552 • CHIHealthatHome.info

Provides Medicare-certified home health services to clients in Carrington, Lisbon, Harvey, Oakes, Valley City and surrounding communities. Includes skilled nursing, aide, social services, as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies. We’re here to help you stay safe at home!

Ethos Home Care & Hospice

3361 45th Street South, Suite 100 Fargo, ND (701) 356-3803 • www.ethoscare.org

Ethos Home Care & Hospice is a non-profit, Christian-based organization that offers personal emergency response pendants and telehealth services to help individuals in the Fargo-Moorhead area remain safely in their homes. Our telehealth services help monitor the health of clients remotely through easy to use technology.

PioneerLink

1131 Mabelle Ave S, Fergus Falls MN

Toll Free 1-877-998-2621 • www.pioneercare.org

A non-profit provider of personal alert services, home medication management systems and other innovative technology to enhance independence at home in central Minnesota and eastern Dakotas. PioneerCare is affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).

No one is immune to issues that can adversely affect their mental health, including men and women nearing retirement age and those who are already retired. Though the term “golden years” suggests life in retirement is one sunny day after another, many individuals 60 and older are dealing with mental health issues.

According to the World Health Organization, approximately 15 percent of the world’s adults aged 60 and over suffer from a mental disorder. What makes that statistic even more troubling is that the WHO acknowledges it likely doesn’t paint the most accurate picture of seniors and mental health, as depression is often undiagnosed among older men and women and untreated because it co-occurs with other issues affecting seniors.

In the past, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has acknowledged that late-life anxiety was not readily understood. However, much progress has been made in recent years thanks to a heightened awareness of the problem of seniors and mental health. That means seniors now have ample resources they can look to as they seek to learn what they can do to safeguard their mental health.

Recognizing warning signs

The National Institute of Mental Health notes that recognizing the signs of mental health issues is the first step to getting treatment. Mental health issues vary, and individuals with anxiety will likely experience different symptoms than those with depression. But the NIMH notes that the following are some of the warning signs of mental health issues.

• Noticeable changes in mood, energy level, or appetite

• Feeling flat or having trouble feeling positive emotions

• Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much

• Difficulty concentrating, feeling restless, or on edge

• Increased worry or feeling stressed

• Anger, irritability, or aggressiveness

• Ongoing headaches, digestive issues, or pain

• Misuse of alcohol or drugs

• Sadness or hopelessness

• Suicidal thoughts

• Engaging in high-risk activities

• Obsessive thinking or compulsive behavior

• Thoughts or behaviors that interfere with work, family, or social life

• Engaging in thinking or behavior that is concerning to others

• Seeing, hearing, and

feeling things that other people do not see, hear, or feel

Seeking help

As noted, a growing awareness of mental health issues and how they affect seniors has translated to more available resources for aging men and women who need help. Within the United States, seniors can visit the NIMH Help for

What you need to know about anticoagulants

Anticoagulants are medications used to prevent blood clots and reduce the risk of heart attack, stroke, pulmonary embolism and other conditions. Here’s what you need to know if you’ve been prescribed a blood thinner.

Take blood thinners as instructed. Blood thinners are usually prescribed for at least three to six months. It’s important to follow your treatment plan to ensure its effectiveness. If in doubt, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Follow all recommendations. This includes how often you take your blood thinners and visit your doctor for follow-ups.

Failing to follow the guidance of your health care providers can affect your treatment’s effectiveness.

Beware of bleeding.

Anticoagulants thin the blood, increasing the severity of bleeding, especially if you’re injured. Familiarize yourself with the signs of internal bleeding and inform your health care providers of your treatment plan. If

Behaviors that can be beneficial

The National Institute on Aging notes that most cases of depression cannot be prevented. However, the NIA also notes that healthy lifestyle changes can have long-term benefits of seniors’ mental health. Such changes include:

• Being physically active

• Eating a healthy diet that can reduce risk for diseases that can bring on disability and depression

• Getting adequate sleep, which for seniors is between seven to nine hours per night

Mental Illnesses webpage

(https://www.nimh.nih. gov/health/find-help) to access contact information for various groups that help people in times of mental health crises. In Canada, individuals can visit the Canadian Mental Health Association at https://cmha.ca/find-help/ find-cmha-in-your-area/ for contact information for various groups across the country.

• Remaining socially active, including regular contact with friends and family

• Participating in activities you enjoy you have any issues, call 911 right away. Watch what substances you consume. Many overthe-counter medications, natural health products and foods can counteract the effects of your treatment. Ask your pharmacist for advice before buying a new drug, and keep a list of foods and beverages to avoid.

• Sharing mental issues or concerns with friends, family members and your physician Research indicates that seniors are vulnerable to mental health issues. More information about how to combat and overcome such issues is available at nimh. nih.gov.

If you have questions about taking blood thinners, contact a health care professional in your area.