Virtual Meetings Narrow Distancing’s Gap
ZOOM! “We’ll meet this week as usual,” said David, my men’s group leader. “The nine of us, at my place, sort of. I’ll be sending you the how-to of ZOOM! software that works for get-togethers…
Paige Lillquist at Lakeside Generations
Coworkers at Lakeside Generations in Dassel, Minnesota nominated Rehabilitation Aide Paige Lillquist for this month’s Face of Caring. She is constantly coming in early to help residents and staff during the morning shift change. Her…
COVID-19 Family Resource Line
Hello, my name is Rachel and I am here to answer questions or help ease your concerns. If you have questions about our infection prevention program, visiting restrictions or other questions during this time, please…
The Chihuahua Wagon
When I say “Chihuahua”, you say “Wagon”.Chihuahua. Wagon. Chihuahua! Wagon! By Wendi Dressen . Director of Volunteer Engagement. What is a Chihuahua Wagon and what does it have to do with volunteering at Cassia? So glad…
Robots Help Families Connect with Older Loved Ones Despite Coronavirus Restrictions
KARE-11 reported on this story, which was then shown nationwide via NBC. Watch and read the KARE-11 story here. You can also read a story that talks about how families are connecting with loved ones.…
O God Beyond All Praising
By Chaplain Nancy CarlsonVice President of Spiritual Care What are we to do in these uncertain times? We’ve seen the headlines, watched the news and perhaps been in contact with people around the world who…
Doctor Fear is Latrophobia
Starting last week’s work searching for information about how, as seniors, some of us avoid going to the doctor, even when we perhaps need to the most, I stumbled onto the big word latrophobia. It…
