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2 05, 2024

Do Prayers Help?

2024-05-02T11:18:56-04:00

Do Prayers Help? Written by: David A. Riggs, Director of Chaplain Support Services When any tragic event hits our nation, social media lights up with words like, “our thoughts and prayers” are with you who are affected by this event.  As we approach the [...]

Do Prayers Help?2024-05-02T11:18:56-04:00
17 04, 2024

Maija Mackenzie: Refugee to Citizen

2024-04-17T15:27:56-04:00

Refugee to Citizen: Maija MacKenzie Builds a Life in the US Maija MacKenzie was born May 1, 1943 in Ventspils, Latvia, close to the Baltic Sea. In late 1944, Maija’s family fled Latvia by a small fishing boat to escape the Russian invasion. They settled in Northern Germany in a camp for Displaced Persons. When [...]

Maija Mackenzie: Refugee to Citizen2024-04-17T15:27:56-04:00
17 04, 2024

Pearl Collins: A Lifetime of Love

2024-04-17T15:18:28-04:00

Pearl Collins: A Lifetime of Love, Family and Simple Pleasures Pearl Collins was born in Valdosta, Ga. to a farming family on December 24, 1916. Being the baby of the family, her parents, two brothers, and sister were her world. She grew up in the country and far away from other children her age. She [...]

Pearl Collins: A Lifetime of Love2024-04-17T15:18:28-04:00
15 04, 2024

Emma Pullen: Courage in Care

2024-04-15T15:52:32-04:00

Courage in Care: Emma Pullen's Journey as an Air Force Nurse Emma Pullen, the firstborn of five, was born August 24, 1937, in Boston, Georgia, where she spent most of her childhood on the family farm. She remembers days filled with driving the tractor, milking the cows, picking cotton and hay and going to school. [...]

Emma Pullen: Courage in Care2024-04-15T15:52:32-04:00
8 04, 2024

Betty Scoggins: Love’s Journey

2024-04-08T16:51:12-04:00

Betty Scoggins: A Woman of Love, Faith and Adventure Betty Scoggins grew up on the countryside of the Cheaha Mountains in Talledega County, Alabama with her parents, five siblings, and four other children her mother took in. She loved being a part of a big family! Betty fell in love at first sight at the [...]

Betty Scoggins: Love’s Journey2024-04-08T16:51:12-04:00
22 03, 2024

Spring Refresh for Seniors

2024-03-22T15:23:22-04:00

It's time for a Spring Refresh! Photo by Daiga Ellaby on Unsplash As the chill of winter melts away and the world outside begins to bloom with new life, there’s an undeniable sense of renewal in the air. Springtime brings with it a sense of rejuvenation that provides a perfect opportunity to shake off the winter blues, embrace [...]

Spring Refresh for Seniors2024-03-22T15:23:22-04:00
20 12, 2023

Avoiding the Winter Blues

2023-12-20T21:12:15-05:00

How Seniors Can Avoid the Winter and Holiday Blues The holidays are upon us! A joyful season, but for many, they can be draining or even depressing. Hopefully, these tips can help you enjoy this season. You may also want to reach out to a counselor, friend or family member for support and accountability. This [...]

Avoiding the Winter Blues2023-12-20T21:12:15-05:00
27 04, 2023

Gladyce Cornelius Looks Back 100 Years

2023-04-27T13:35:04-04:00

Gladyce Cornelius Enjoyably Looks Back on Her 100 Years of Life Legacy Village of Jacksonville, a premier assisted living and memory care facility serving Jacksonville, Al., celebrated the 100th birthday of Gladyce Cornelius on January 21, 2023. In honor of such a momentous milestone, Legacy Village asked Gladyce to share a few of her favorite [...]

Gladyce Cornelius Looks Back 100 Years2023-04-27T13:35:04-04:00
19 04, 2023

POW Jim McCubbin

2023-04-27T13:10:18-04:00

POW Jim McMubbin Jim McCubbin, a WWII P51 Mustang fighter pilot shot down many planes during his service. He was shot down during a battle in 1945 and was held for 4 months as a Prisoner of War in Germany. McCubbin served as a member of the Eighth Air Force in the United States Air [...]

POW Jim McCubbin2023-04-27T13:10:18-04:00
29 03, 2023

Spring Refresh: Simple Ways To Welcome A New Season

2023-03-29T15:03:25-04:00

Spring Refresh: Simple Ways To Welcome A New Season It’s time to break out the pastel blouses and allergy meds, because winter is on its way out for the year. As spring approaches, with its colorful blooms and spirit of newness, we want to encourage our residents and families to take some time for a [...]

Spring Refresh: Simple Ways To Welcome A New Season2023-03-29T15:03:25-04:00
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