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January 26, 2024
What better moment to dive into the world of creativity than the beginning of a new year? January is International Creativity Month—the perfect time for seniors to embark on an art therapy journey that can paint their lives with joy, imagination and wellness. In this blog, we’ll look at the benefits of art therapy and […]
December 26, 2023
One question often looms as we age: where should we spend our retirement years? For many older adults, the answer is in a senior living community. Many of these communities offer senior living benefits that enhance quality of life, promote wellness and provide peace of mind. In this blog, we’ll explore the advantages of senior […]
November 21, 2023
Life Care Services ranked #1 in Independent Living, for the fifth year in a row, and added a #1 ranking for Assisted Living/Memory Care in the 2023 J.D. Power Customer Satisfaction Study. Cottage Grove Place’s management company, Life Care Services, An LCS Company, has been recognized as #1 in Resident Satisfaction among Independent Senior Living […]
November 20, 2023
Kayla Duggan knows a thing or two about senior assisted living and how it provides older adults with just the right amount of support they need to keep doing the things they love. She joined Cottage Grove Place five years ago as the health and wellness navigator, coordinating services and helping residents transition to different care […]
November 3, 2023
Music transcends through generations and cultures proving to be a helpful tool for many. The benefits of music therapy for seniors are noteworthy, with an orchestra of positive physical, emotional and cognitive influences. In this blog, we’ll explore the role music plays in fostering a harmonious and fulfilling retirement lifestyle at Cottage Grove Place, how […]
August 25, 2023
Cottage Grove Place independent living residents are “able to live the best life possible” and “can’t imagine being anywhere else,” according to a recent satisfaction study. With an overall fulfillment rating of 93%, older adults are happier than ever with their all-inclusive senior living experience in our vibrant community just minutes from downtown Cedar Rapids. […]
June 23, 2023
(Hint: It’s About More Than the Length of Time.) It’s true that someone who is receiving long-term care can typically expect a longer stay than someone who’s receiving short-term care. But there’s more to it than simply the duration of care. Understanding the difference between the two can help you decide what kind of care […]
May 25, 2023
You would be hard pressed to find someone whose day is not made better by an encounter with a lively pup or a frisky kitty. But owning and caring for a pet is, of course, a responsibility that comes with an investment of time, energy and, you guessed it, money. Most can agree interacting with […]
April 18, 2023
The reasons people decide to move into an independent living community are as varied as the communities themselves, though there are some common themes. In some cases, the family home no longer suits an older couple’s or person’s lifestyle, or it becomes too much to maintain. In other cases, the health of a spouse might […]
November 21, 2022
Life Care Services Awarded Highest Customer Satisfaction Among Senior Independent Living Providers for the 4th Consecutive Year Cottage Grove Place, managed by Life Care Services®, An LCS® Company, announced that its management company ranked highest in customer satisfaction with independent senior living providers for the fourth consecutive year in the J.D. Power 2022 U.S. Senior […]
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