When families begin to discuss a senior loved one’s transition to an assisted living facility, many issues surface. Everyone in the family has their own idea about where the best community is, how much to spend, and so on. Even determining when to move can be difficult. Is it better to move during the summer
Briarcliffe Preserve Founders Club Brunch Celebrating 1 Year Anniversary Posted Thursday, July 7, 2022 9:57 am By PETE FONTAINE Kerry O’Neil and Jim Smith have had many exceptional experiences since their younger years in Providence and Boston, respectively. Now, O’Neil, who is 79-years young and an avid Providence College basketball fan, and Smith, 90, who follows golf,
For many people, moving from a beloved family home to an assisted living facility or may be, at best, an intimidating notion and, at worst, a traumatic experience. At the Briarcliffe Preserve, we encourage our incoming clients to think of their move as “resizing,” not downsizing. Moving to a new space is the next chapter
The Preserve at Briarcliffe A Supportive Independent and Assisted Living Residence in Johnston By Jennifer Coates There is nothing in the world quite like sharing a meal with friends and loved ones. Sitting around a table, filling your stomachs with nourishing food and filling your soul with the company of those you hold closest to
As our population ages, many families are looking at the need for assisted living solutions for parents, loved ones, or themselves. And, as it is with any major life decision, the more information one can gather, the less intimidating the choices become. At Briarcliffe Manor in Johnston, Rhode Island, we have been helping families get
Spending a few minutes outdoors sky gazing, walking around the block or just going outside. You feel better and that’s what it’s all aboutSpending time outdoors can help combat depression, improve your memory, elevate your mood and even lower your blood pressure. Here are just a few ways we can all benefit from spending time