Christy’s Corner

Americans are living longer than ever, but American men still aren’t living as long as American women. The average life expectancy for men in the U.S. is 75 years; for women, it’s more than 80. Health In Aging published several … Continued

Mental health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being, especially for seniors. As people age, they often face unique challenges such as retirement, loss of loved ones, and physical health issues, which can significantly impact their mental health. Depression and … Continued

This year marks our 65th Anniversary, and we are celebrating many accomplishments and milestones. One of the most important factors in our success is the people who volunteer with Fellowship Square. April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month, and so much of … Continued

While the new Trump administration attempts to ferret out waste and abusewithin the federal government, there’s concern from both Democrats andRepublicans that important programs may be labeled unnecessary when in factthey are essential. As I write this, Fellowship Square continues … Continued

Since 1960, Fellowship Square’s purpose has been to provide older adults with an affordable, safe and dignified place to live. This year we’re proud to celebrate 65 years of delivering the kind of housing our founders envisioned.Life was very different … Continued

This time of year fills me with the Christmas spirit. I enjoy celebrating the holidays, seeing friends and family, and bundling up from the cold winter air. I especially love visiting the Fellowship Square properties where residents and staff have … Continued

Fellowship Square prides itself on creating warm and welcoming living environments at each Fellowship House. We take great care to meet residents’ needs – to listen to them, empower them, and appreciate them in a way that gives them peace of mind … Continued

A sense of purpose in life has shown to decrease with older age. Retiring, losing a spouse, or experiencing a chronic condition can contribute to a decreased sense of purpose. This can lead to negative effects on one’s health such … Continued

For the last several years, Fellowship Square has focused on bringing new and unique musical programming to the seniors in our buildings. We have had numerous programs, activities and special events that have given them greater exposure to a variety … Continued

During July, we showcased resources, services and gave thanks to caregivers at each of our properties. For many Fellowship House residents, they rely on a family member or caregiving agency to provide support for one or more activities of daily … Continued

Throughout the Summer, many of us have planned vacations, barbeques and cook-outs and other times to be with friends and family. For the 800+ older adults living at Fellowship House, they enjoy many activities both inside and outside the building … Continued

Next month we’re hosting “A Petal of Thanks” Appreciation Reception to honor and celebrate the many donors, volunteers, community partners and other supporters that make our mission come to life at each of our Fellowship House properties. There’s no question that Fellowship Square … Continued

Many of us don’t think twice about accessing information online – whether bill paying, making restaurant reservations, meeting with our doctor, or watching a TV show. We often forget what the world is like when we’re not connected to the … Continued

It’s easy to forget that many people in the US, especially young children and older adults, go hungry or have a fear of going hungry as part of daily living. For many reasons, older adults have a hard time accessing … Continued

At Fellowship Square, we’ve learned that access to healthcare is the starting point for a long and healthy life. For years, we have worked with many healthcare partners to provide services, resources and referrals to residents so that they are … Continued

Preparing for the holidays is both an exciting and stressful time of the year. Our Fellowship Houses are buzzing with feasts and festivities, dancing and caroling, sparkling with holiday decorations and hearts are warm with holiday cheer. We take special notice … Continued

A nice article that sums up the benefits of living in a senior community helps to highlight why it’s so important to think about our future needs and comforts as we age. Unfortunately, those living at Fellowship House typically have … Continued

No One Goes Hungry   While this time of year brings an abundance of friends, family and feasts, the 2022 Hunger Trends Study covered in an AARP article suggests that older adults are worried about rising food costs and how they will … Continued

Fall prevention is a priority at all senior living facilities and Fellowship Square is no different. We invest an enormous amount of time and resources to ensure Fellowship House residents have safe passage in and around the grounds of the … Continued

When the pandemic descended across the United States in 2020, many of our seniors worried about access to their doctors and routine healthcare. Seemingly overnight, online portals for telehealth visits became mainstream and proved to be a convenience for many. … Continued

Hot summer days make it hard to spend time outdoors. Older adults can be especially susceptible to heat stroke, heat exhaustion and sunburn. This past month we spent time hosting UV awareness and sun safety programs and activities, with the … Continued

Last month, we held our annual Fellowship Square business meeting. The meeting reviewed many highlights and accomplishments from this past year and a look ahead at where we are going. Fellowship Square is making good progress on our Five-Year Strategic … Continued

Breaking news this month was that the Surgeon General announced that loneliness and isolation are now a public health crisis. These statistics were of some concern prior to 2020 (the year of the pandemic), but since then we’ve seen a dramatic … Continued