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Relief from Summer Heat – June 24-30 is Missouri Summer Weather Safety Week

Posted on June 24, 2012 by St. Andrews

  ST. LOUIS, MO – There were 47 heat-related deaths in Missouri last year, according to the Department of Health and Senior Services, many involving our older adults who are especially vulnerable to the heat. There are public cooling centers … Continue reading →

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WellPoint Enriches Community Service Day at Tower Grove Manor

Posted on April 28, 2012 by St. Andrews

ST. LOUIS, MO (April 28, 2012) – Tower Grove Manor now has an enhanced courtyard with fresh landscaping, solar powered lights, a dry well, new water tolerant plants, a patio paver and a new connecting walkway for its fountain area. … Continue reading →

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Study: Millions of Seniors Struggle to Cover Basic Living Expenses

Posted on March 14, 2012 by St. Andrews

Health concerns, lack of proper nutrition, safety and other age related issues face our older adults everyday. This is especially true of those with limited resources.  Reading the article about poverty among our elders was shocking while at the same time reinforced … Continue reading →

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Are You Listening?

Posted on February 10, 2012 by St. Andrews

This article rings so true, both in my personal life, being a daughter, and then a caregiver for my mom. I, too, as a child hardly ever listened at least not close enough to hear.  When I became a caregiver for … Continue reading →

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SPOTLIGHT: Brooking Park’s Music Therapy Program

Posted on February 7, 2012 by St. Andrews

CHESTERFIELD, MO -Brooking Park resident Patrick Elder, 83, sings songs – not just for fun, but because it’s good for his health. For older adults, music therapy enhances their quality of life, helping them maintain key functioning skills and stimulating … Continue reading →

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Wellness in Action: Assisted Living at the Meadowlands

Posted on January 25, 2012 by St. Andrews

Tracy Voyles, our Wellness Director contributes her expertise and 17 years of experience to the exceptional care staff at the Assisted Living at the Meadowlands. Assisted Living at the Meadowlands has a secure memory neighborhood.  The value of a secure … Continue reading →

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Tower Grove Manor: City Living at its Finest!

Posted on January 4, 2012 by St. Andrews

“You don’t have to go downtown to get the downtown feel – you’ve got it all right here,” a Tower Grove Manor resident explains why he chose the south city area. Steeped in tradition, Tower Grove Manor, a St. Andrew’s Resources for Seniors community, is the “entrance” to the Tower Grove East Neighborhood. Continue reading →

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