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# Woodland Ridge

Assisted Living in Smyrna, GA

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- [News](https://woodlandridge.org/news/) - News Author Recent Posts superadmin Latest posts by superadmin (see all) Eating Right is Eating Well - March 15, 2019 Ginger – March Resident of the Month - March 1, 2019 Tracy Williams – March Employee of the Month - March 1, 2019
- [Resident Spotlight - September 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-september-2026/) - Meet September Resident Spotlight Lola Hardy and celebrate her inspiring life, strong faith, creativity, and the joy she brings to the Woodland Ridge community.
- [Employee Spotlight — September 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-september-2026/) - Meet Buffy Willis, Woodland Ridge's September 2026 Employee Spotlight, recognized for her compassion, dedication, and outstanding care for residents.
- [What Are the Most Beneficial Vitamins for Seniors?](https://woodlandridge.org/what-are-the-most-beneficial-vitamins-for-seniors/) - As we age, what our bodies require can shift. This includes the types of vitamins we consume, and how much we consume. Having a nutrient or vitamin deficiency as an older adult can cause significant effects on overall health and wellbeing. Vitamins help us resist infections, keep our nerves healthy, and help our bodies get
- [One-Stop Wellness: How Integrated Therapy and Physician Services Elevate Daily Health at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/one-stop-wellness-how-integrated-therapy-and-physician-services-elevate-daily-health-at-woodland-ridge/) - Therapy and physician services at Woodland Ridge provide coordinated rehab, medical, dental, and vision care to support healthier, more active living.
- [Woodland Ridge’s September 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-september-2026-event-calendars/) - View Woodland Ridge’s September 2026 event calendars to explore engaging activities, entertainment, fitness, and social events for our residents.
- [The Unexpected Benefits of a Short-Term Care Stay for Seniors Who Live Alone](https://woodlandridge.org/the-unexpected-benefits-of-a-short-term-care-stay-for-seniors-who-live-alone/) - Short-term care gives seniors who live alone social connection, daily support, and a refreshing change while helping maintain independence.
- [Resident Spotlight- August 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-august-2026/) - Meet August Resident Spotlight Sue Friedlein and celebrate her remarkable life, 69-year marriage, family traditions, and vibrant spirit at Woodland Ridge.
- [Employee Spotlight – August 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-august-2026/) - Meet August Employee Spotlight Michael Wood, whose dedication, compassion, and positive spirit help make Woodland Ridge feel like home.
- [Woodland Ridge’s August 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-august-2026-event-calendars/) - View the Woodland Ridge August 2026 event calendars to explore social activities, fitness classes, games, entertainment, and special events for residents.
- [Why Life Stories Are One of the Most Powerful Tools in Memory Care](https://woodlandridge.org/why-life-stories-are-one-of-the-most-powerful-tools-in-memory-care/) - Memory care honors each resident’s life story to create meaningful connections, personalized support, and joyful moments every day.
- [Woodland Ridge’s July 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-july-2026-event-calendars/) - View the Woodland Ridge July 2026 event calendars to explore social activities, fitness classes, games, entertainment, and special events for residents.
- [Woodland Ridge’s June 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-june-2026-event-calendars/) - View Woodland Ridge’s June 2026 Assisted Living and Memory Care event calendars to discover activities, programs, and opportunities for resident engagement.
- [Woodland Ridge’s May 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-may-2026-event-calendars/) - View Woodland Ridge’s May 2026 assisted living and memory care event calendars to explore activities, programs, and daily engagement opportunities.
- [Assisted Living: Where Safety and Comfort Meet for Seniors](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-where-safety-and-comfort-meet-for-seniors/) - Assisted living offers seniors safety, comfort, daily support, and social connection while helping them maintain independence and enjoy community life.
- [July 2026 Resident Spotlight – Mr. George Dugoniths](https://woodlandridge.org/july-2026-resident-spotlight-mr-george-dugoniths/) - Meet July Resident Spotlight, George Dugoniths, and discover the remarkable life, family memories, and passions that make him a treasured member of Woodland Ridge.
- [July 2026 Employee Spotlight – Laquite "Q" Porter](https://woodlandridge.org/july-2026-employee-spotlight-laquite-q-porter/) - Meet July Employee Spotlight Laquite “Q” Porter and learn how her kindness, passion for cooking, and dedication enrich life at Woodland Ridge.
- [Planning Ahead: Why Families Turn to Respite Care Throughout the Year](https://woodlandridge.org/planning-ahead-why-families-turn-to-respite-care-throughout-the-year/) - Respite care provides short-term support, social engagement, and peace of mind for families during travel, recovery, home projects, and life transitions.
- [Why Convenience Matters: The Value of Therapy and Physician Services in Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/why-convenience-matters-the-value-of-therapy-and-physician-services-in-assisted-living/) - Therapy and physician services at Woodland Ridge bring healthcare directly to residents, supporting wellness, independence, and convenience.
- [Peyton Mahon and Pauline McCants - Employees of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/peyton-mahon-pauline-mccants-employee-of-the-month/) - This month, Woodland Ridge has selected two employees as our Employee of the Month - Peyton Mahon and Pauline McCants! Peyton and Pauline share the weekend duties at our front desk, alternating weekends. Peyton is from Dallas, Georgia and has one brother and one step-sister in his family. He attends Mount Paran Christian School and
- [Five Tips for Talking to Your Parents about Care Options](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-five-tips-for-talking-to-your-parents-about-care-options/) - Senior Care-It is not uncommon to put off having a conversation about care options or other age-related topics. Here are some tips.
- [The Perfect Christmas Gift](https://woodlandridge.org/perfect-christmas-gifts-seniors/) - Yes, the Christmas season is here, and everyone is looking forward to a “Holly Jolly Christmas.” As the season approaches, the Santa Claus inside us all starts searching for the perfect gifts for seniors in our families. How special it is to see young children unwrapping presents at Christmas with a sense of wonder and
- [June 2026 Resident Spotlight – Mr. Roderick Brewer](https://woodlandridge.org/june-2026-resident-spotlight-mr-roderick-brewer/) - Meet June Resident Spotlight Mr. Roderick Brewer, a veteran, devoted husband, father, and valued Woodland Ridge resident who enjoys family, faith, and community.
- [June 2026 Employee Spotlight – Nancy Nicolas](https://woodlandridge.org/june-2026-employee-spotlight-nancy-nicolas/) - Meet June Employee Spotlight Nancy Nicolas, a dedicated CNA, wife, mother, and cosmetology student who brings compassion and care to Woodland Ridge every day.
- [A Supportive Approach to Daily Living: Understanding Assisted Living at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/a-supportive-approach-to-daily-living-understanding-assisted-living-at-woodland-ridge/) - Assisted living provides personalized support, safety, and social connection while helping seniors maintain independence and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.
- [When Short-Term Care Becomes the Right Step During Life Transitions](https://woodlandridge.org/when-short-term-care-becomes-the-right-step-during-life-transitions/) - Short-term care provides flexible support, recovery assistance, and peace of mind for seniors and families during important life transitions.
- [10 Ways to Overcome Caregiver Burnout](https://woodlandridge.org/10-ways-overcome-caregiver-burnout/) - Caring for a loved one can be a gratifying endeavor, but can also be a long-term and challenging stressor. Stress in caring for a loved one can build over the years and cause one to question the ability to care for a family member whose symptoms might never improve. It is important to recognize when
- [Employee Spotlight – May 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-may-2026/) - Assisted Living: Meet Angela Teasley, Woodland Ridge’s May 2026 Employee Spotlight, recognized for her compassion, dedication, and years of care experience.
- [Resident Spotlight - May 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-may-2026/) - Elder Care: Meet Ms. Paula Zenor, Woodland Ridge’s May 2026 Resident Spotlight, celebrating her life, family, career, and vibrant interests.
- [Finding Stability Through Thoughtful Memory Care Support](https://woodlandridge.org/finding-stability-through-thoughtful-memory-care-support/) - Memory care provides structure, familiarity, and compassionate support to help seniors with dementia feel calm, safe, and connected each day.
- [A Pause with Purpose: How Does Respite Care Benefit Seniors and Family Caregivers?](https://woodlandridge.org/a-pause-with-purpose-how-does-respite-care-benefit-seniors-and-family-caregivers/) - Respite care supports seniors and caregivers with short-term stays, daily assistance, and social engagement while providing rest and peace of mind.
- [Delirium: Understanding What It Is & Treatment Options](https://woodlandridge.org/delirium-understanding-what-it-is-treatment-options/) - If you are a caregiver to a family member that is over the age of 65, has been diagnosed with dementia, has poor hearing or vision, or is dealing with multiple medical issues, he or she is at a higher risk of developing delirium. Many memory care communities and programs provide treatment and seek
- [Resident Spotlight - April 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-april-2026/) - Elder Care: Ivy Eyre is the Resident Spotlight for April 2026. Ivy is known for her kind heart. She loves helping others and brings joy to those around her.
- [Employee Spotlight – April 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-april-2026/) - Assisted Living: Petronila George is our April Employee Spotlight. She has been a dedicated Med Tech at Woodland Ridge for three years. We are grateful to ...
- [Woodland Ridge's April 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-april-2026-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's April 2026 Event Calendars
- [Bringing Therapy and Physician Services Together for Senior Wellness](https://woodlandridge.org/bringing-therapy-and-physician-services-together-for-senior-wellness/) - Therapy and Physician Services: On-site therapy and physician services deliver rehab, exams, and follow-up care in one place—saving seniors time and boosting...
- [Understanding How Weather Conditions Can Affect Your Health](https://woodlandridge.org/understanding-weather-health-conditions/) - Weather can affect your plans, your mood, and even your health. Each season or weather condition comes with challenges that can create changes in our bodies and how we feel. Woodland Ridge, located in Smyrna, Georgia, understands how powerful weather can be (especially the Georgia humidity!). We’ve created this guide to help you understand
- [Depression in Seniors: Overcoming Stigmas](https://woodlandridge.org/depression-in-seniors-overcoming-stigmas/) - Understanding and recognizing depression, especially in seniors, can be difficult. With over 300 million people worldwide showing symptoms of depression, it is a widespread problem, yet it continues to endure unyielding stigmatization. Depression in seniors is a growing concern, and it is not a natural part of aging. Woodland Ridge Assisted Living would like to
- [How Compassionate Care and Community Shape Assisted Living at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/how-compassionate-care-and-community-shape-assisted-living-at-woodland-ridge/) - Assisted Living: At Woodland Ridge, compassionate care and strong community turn assisted living into a place where seniors feel connected, supported, and ...
- [Resident Spotlight - March 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-march-2026/) - Elder Care: Ms. Mary "Fran" Reed is our Resident Spotlight for March 2026. Known for her kind heart, Fran loves helping others and bringing joy to those ...
- [Employee Spotlight – March 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-march-2026/) - Assisted Living: We are excited to shine our March 2026 Employee Spotlight on Jaylen, our new Resident Care Coordinator! We are pleased to have him as part ...
- [Woodland Ridge's March 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-march-2026-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's March 2026 Event Calendars
- [How Memory Care Teams Support Changing Needs](https://woodlandridge.org/how-memory-care-teams-support-changing-needs/) - Memory Care: Memory care teams blend routine, skilled support, and engaging activities to meet changing needs while safeguarding dignity and comfort.
- [Making the Most of a Senior's Short-Term Care Experience](https://woodlandridge.org/making-the-most-of-a-seniors-short-term-care-experience/) - Short-Term Care: Short-term care offers focused therapy, secure surroundings, and expert guidance—turning a brief stay into a launchpad for lasting independence
- [Employee Spotlight – February 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-february-2026/) - Assisted Living: Gayon Morgan, affectionately known by her nickname GG, is a valued member of the Woodland Ridge team. We are so grateful to have GG as part...
- [Woodland Ridge's February 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-february-2026-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's February 2026 Event Calendars
- [Life is Like a Box of (Dark) Chocolate: Memory-Boosting Foods](https://woodlandridge.org/life-is-like-a-box-of-dark-chocolate-memory-boosting-foods/) - It’s no secret that having a nutritious diet is a significant part of maintaining your overall health and well-being. By eating a healthy and balanced diet, you can lose weight, have more energy, and sleep better. What people often don’t think about, though, is eating a healthy diet for your mind. Just as there
- [Resident Spotlight - February 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-february-2026/) - Elder Care: We are honored to recognize Dolores Smith as our Resident Spotlight for February 2026. We truly appreciate the positivity and presence that ...
- [Activities at Woodland Ridge that Benefit (& Boost!) Senior Health](https://woodlandridge.org/activities-benefit-senior-health/) - At Woodland Ridge, we offer a variety of activities that provide health benefits to our residents. These activities do not need to include strenuous work; many, less intense activities offer just as much health benefits to seniors! The approach at Woodland Ridge is simple; provide our residents with activities that improve their health. We include
- [Woodland Ridge's January 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-january-2023-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's January 2023 Event Calendars
- [How On-Site Therapy Services Speed Recovery After a Fall](https://woodlandridge.org/how-on-site-therapy-services-speed-recovery-after-a-fall/) - Therapy and Physician Services: On-site therapy services help seniors regain strength and confidence after a fall, no commuting, no delays, just focused ...
- [What to Expect from Assisted Living at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/what-to-expect-from-assisted-living-at-woodland-ridge/) - Assisted Living: Experience the rhythm of assisted living at Woodland Ridge as described here, where each day brings connection, comfort, and personalized ...
- [Woodland Ridge's January 2026 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-january-2026-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's January 2026 Event Calendars
- [Resident Spotlight - January 2026](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-january-2026/) - Elder Care: Our Resident Spotlight for January 2026 is Aurelia Baughn-Brewer. Both Rod and Ree reside at Woodland Ridge, where they enjoy participating in ...
- [Wanda Braziel Award Winner – 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/wanda-braziel-award-winner-2025/) - Assisted Living: We are incredibly proud to recognize Maria Vargas as the 2025 Wanda Braziel Award for Excellence winner and are so grateful to have her as ...
- [How Respite Care Supports Short-Term Senior Needs](https://woodlandridge.org/how-respite-care-supports-short-term-senior-needs/) - Respite Care: Respite care supports short-term senior needs while giving families time to rest, travel, or handle personal responsibilities with confidence.
- [How Memory Care Communities Foster Meaningful Moments](https://woodlandridge.org/how-memory-care-communities-foster-meaningful-moments/) - Memory Care: Memory care communities create meaningful moments through structure, personalized support, and compassionate daily interaction. Learn how it's ...
- [Dementia Friendly Happenings in Atlanta](https://woodlandridge.org/dementia-friendly-happenings-in-atlanta/) - Memory Care: You might be surprised to learn that quite a few major museums and attractions offer specialty programming for those living with dementia and
- [Woodland Ridge's December 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-december-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's December 2025 Event Calendars
- [Resident Spotlight - December 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-december-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident of the Month Spotlight is David McGee. David likes to go on bus rides, out to lunch, and likes music activities. These moments bring...
- [Employee Spotlight – December 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-december-2025/) - Assisted Living: Meet Emma, our inspiring Employee at Woodland Ridge Assisted Living! Emma’s warmth, drive, and commitment to care make her a ...
- [Short-Term Care That Supports Recovery, Respite, and Peace of Mind](https://woodlandridge.org/short-term-care-that-supports-recovery-respite-and-peace-of-mind/) - Short-Term Care: At Woodland Ridge, short-term care offers respite, recovery support, and full daily services to keep seniors safe, engaged, and cared for.
- [How On-Site Physician Services Improve Health Outcomes in Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/how-on-site-physician-services-improve-health-outcomes-in-assisted-living/) - Therapy and Physician Services: On-site physician services at Woodland Ridge support better health outcomes through regular care, early intervention, and ...
- [Senior Care: Navigating the Caregiver Journey](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-navigating-caregiver-journey/) - When a loved one reaches their golden years, a primary caregiver may be needed to assist them with their needs. Caregiving is acknowledging a loved one’s mental and physical needs and finding someone to provide the best care for them possible. The caregiving journey can be a stressful surprise even for the most stress-free people.
- [Ginger - March Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/ginger-march-resident-of-the-month/) - Our March Resident of the Month is Ginger! Ginger is originally from Darien, Connecticut, located near Long Island Sound. She remembers growing up near lots of horses and loved to ride and help take care of the horses. Walking or riding bikes near the Long Island Sound was her favorite as a kid. Ginger says
- [Employee Spotlight – November 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-november-2025/) - Assisted Living: Meet Emma, our inspiring Employee at Woodland Ridge Assisted Living! Emma’s warmth, drive, and commitment to care make her a ...
- [Resident Spotlight - November 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-november-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident of the Month Spotlight is Bessie Abram. Here at Woodland Ridge, Bessie enjoys the music activities and going on the lunch outings.
- [Woodland Ridge's November 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-november-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's November 2025 Event Calendars
- [Life in an Assisted Living Community That Feels Like Home](https://woodlandridge.org/life-in-an-assisted-living-community-that-feels-like-home/) - Assisted Living: By combining personalized care, warm surroundings, and genuine relationships, Woodland Ridge creates a space that truly feels like home.
- [Woodland Ridge's October 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-october-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's October 2025 Event Calendars
- [How Memory Care Supports Emotional Well-Being](https://woodlandridge.org/how-memory-care-supports-emotional-well-being/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge memory care nurtures emotional wellness through connection, routine, and compassionate support tailored to each resident’s unique...
- [Resident Spotlight - October 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-october-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Beryl Pleasants for the month of October. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Beryl enjoys the outings to lunch or shop...
- [Employee Spotlight – October 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-october-2025/) - Assisted Living: Our Employee Spotlight for October is Omalara Sodiya, Caregiver. She came to Woodland Ridge in February and has a gentle, caring attitude, ...
- [Small Town Charm: Welcome to Smyrna, Georgia](https://woodlandridge.org/small-town-charm-welcome-to-smyrna-georgia/) - Picture this: you begin your day with a fresh cup of coffee while overlooking the courtyard and gardens. You sit quietly, enjoying the morning sun on your face, and planning out your day. Should you stop by the barbershop or beauty salon for a freshening up? Head over to Cobb County Rhyne Park for
- [WOODLAND RIDGE FALL FESTIVAL](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridge-fall-festival/) - Assisted Living: FALL FESTIVAL WOODLAND RIDGE ASSISTED LIVING & MEMORY CARE - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2025, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm.
- [How Short-Term Care Helps Families Make Informed Long-Term Decisions](https://woodlandridge.org/how-short-term-care-helps-families-make-informed-long-term-decisions/) - Short-Term Care: Short-term care gives families a chance to explore assisted living, evaluate care needs, and plan confidently—without pressure or long-term...
- [The Benefits of Physician Services at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/the-benefits-of-physician-services-at-woodland-ridge/) - Therapy and Physician Services: At Woodland Ridge, the integration of therapy and physician services brings healthcare directly to residents, simplifying ...
- [Resident Spotlight - September 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-september-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Arnold “Bruce” Butler for September. Here at Woodland Ridge, Bruce enjoys going on the lunch outings, seeing ...
- [Woodland Ridge's September 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-september-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's September 2025 Event Calendars
- [Employee Spotlight – September 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-september-2025/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for September, we have our new Resident Care Coordinator, Eugenia “Geni” Mims. We’re happy to have her as the ...
- [SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE Through September](https://woodlandridge.org/school-supply-drive-through-september/) - Assisted Living: We’re partnering with Nickajack Elementary School to read with the children and want to help those children who cannot afford school supplies.
- [Employee Spotlight – August 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-august-2025/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for August is Lorri Parsons, CNA. Lorri has worked at Woodland Ridge for 8 months and is already a resident
- [How Technology Enhances Quality of Life in Assisted Living Communities](https://woodlandridge.org/how-technology-enhances-quality-of-life-in-assisted-living-communities/) - Assisted Living: Technology like Simple C, iN2L, and Second Wind Dreams improves the quality of life for seniors in assisted living through engagement and ...
- [SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE in August](https://woodlandridge.org/school-supply-in-august/) - Assisted Living: We’re partnering with Nickajack Elementary School to read with the children and want to help those children who cannot afford school supplies.
- [Strategies for Supporting a Senior with Alzheimer’s in Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/strategies-for-supporting-a-senior-with-alzheimers-in-assisted-living/) - Memory Care: Supporting a senior living with Alzheimer’s involves more than just meeting daily needs—it’s about creating a space where they can thrive in ...
- [Resident Spotlight - August 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-august-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Ms. Blanche Irvin for August 2025. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Blanche enjoys bingo, group exercise classes, ...
- [Woodland Ridge's August 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-august-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's August 2025 Event Calendars
- [The Benefits of Social Engagement in Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/the-benefits-of-social-engagement-in-assisted-living/) - Assisted Living: Social engagement in assisted living helps seniors stay connected, active, and emotionally supported each day. It is just as supportive as ...
- [Paula Patterson - July Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/paula-patterson-july-employee-month/) - Congratulations Paula Patterson, Woodland Ridge Medical Technician, our July Employee of the Month! Paula, originally from Kingston, Jamaica is the oldest of 7 children. Paula has 2 children of her own and 3 grandchildren. Her father had initially come to the United States to attend Tuskegee University on a scholarship for Economics. Since Paula and
- [How Short-Term Care Can Provide Support During Transitions](https://woodlandridge.org/how-short-term-care-can-provide-support-during-transitions/) - Short-Term Care: Short-term care at Woodland Ridge provides flexible, dependable support during times of transition, offering safety, rest, and peace of mind.
- [Summer Safety](https://woodlandridge.org/summer-safety/) - Caregiver: While the outdoors has a great deal of benefits, it is still important to take precautions as temperatures rise and opportunities for sun exposure...
- [Woodland Ridge's July 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-july-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care: Woodland Ridge's July 2025 Event Calendars
- [Employee Spotlight – July 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-july-2025/) - Assisted Living: Our Employee Spotlight for July is Keilah Jackson, our receptionist and CNA. We admire Keilah’s work skills and her parenting skills. She ...
- [Resident Spotlight - July 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-july-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Barbara Smith for July. Barbara is always friendly to everyone and a joy to be around. We love that she calls ...
- [What Therapy Services are Available at Assisted Living?](https://woodlandridge.org/what-therapy-services-are-available-at-assisted-living/) - Therapy and Physician Services: On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy keeps assisted living residents strong, confident, and connected—without ...
- [Signs Assisted Living May be Best for Your Loved One with Dementia](https://woodlandridge.org/signs-assisted-living-may-be-best-for-your-loved-one-with-dementia/) - Assisted Living: With an assisted living facility, your loved one’s needs during each stage of the dementia are always met as the disease progresses and they...
- [Glenn - January Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/glenn-january-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge's Resident of the Month for January 2020 is Glenn! Glenn is originally from Quincy, Massachusetts, and grew up in a family with two brothers and one sister. Glenn attended Northeastern University and the Electronic Computer Programming Institute, both in Boston and graduated with a Bachelor's degree in Business. Glenn met his wife, Pamela, on
- [November- National Family Caregivers month](https://woodlandridge.org/november-national-family-caregivers-month/) - November is National Family Caregivers Month, an annual observance to raise awareness of family caregiver issues and increase support of caregivers. This observance may not seem to be directly safety-related, but the added stress that your workers may feel from their caregiving responsibilities at home may lead to increased unsafe acts in the workplace.
- [Resident Spotlight - June 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-june-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Gilda Inclan for the month of June. With her winning smile and happy attitude, we’re so glad she decided to call...
- [Employee Spotlight – June 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-june-2025/) - Assisted Living: Our Employee Spotlight for June is Maria Vargas. Maria puts her heart and soul into her work. It’s easy to see how much she loves her residents
- [Woodland Ridge's June 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-june-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's June 2025 Event Calendars
- [What Are the Benefits of Memory Care at an Assisted Living Community?](https://woodlandridge.org/what-are-the-benefits-of-memory-care-at-an-assisted-living-community/) - Memory Care: Memory care supports safety, routine, and engagement for those with dementia, offering structure and comfort in a caring assisted living community.
- [Reasons Families May Need Short-Term Respite Care](https://woodlandridge.org/reasons-families-may-need-short-term-respite-care/) - Short-Term Care: Short-term respite care helps families by offering safe, supportive temporary care when caregivers need rest, recovery time, or help with ...
- [Woodland Ridge's May 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-may-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's May 2025 Event Calendars
- [How Can Caregivers Cope with Early Stages of Dementia?](https://woodlandridge.org/caregivers-cope-early-stages-dementia/) - We’ve worked with many family caregivers over the years, and we've learned how common it is for these caregivers to feel frustrated and alone. Often, family caregivers intuitively know their loved ones have had a change of some sort, but sometimes there is not a clear diagnosis to explain the changes. Those feelings of isolation
- [Resident Spotlight - May 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-may-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Connie Zaring for May 2025. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Connie enjoys the craft classes, painting, music, lunch ...
- [Employee Spotlight – May 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-may-2025/) - Assisted Living: Our Employee Spotlight for May is Rose Cohen-Chambers. Rose has been at Woodland Ridge for a year and is usually in our memory care ...
- [Making Food Last Longer: Essential Tips for Seniors](https://woodlandridge.org/making-food-last-longer-essential-tips-for-seniors/) - Elder Care: By implementing these practical strategies for food safety, elder care aides can help seniors enjoy fresh, safe food while stretching their food ...
- [Important Items Your Loved One Should Bring to a New Assisted Living Location](https://woodlandridge.org/important-items-your-loved-one-should-bring-to-a-new-assisted-living-location/) - Assisted Living: While a loved one most likely cannot bring everything to an assisted living facility, helping them pick out key items will help make the ...
- [Therapy and Physician Services in Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/therapy-and-physician-services-in-assisted-living/) - Therapy and Physician Services: Discover how therapy and physician services in assisted living enhance seniors' health, independence, and quality of life.
- [Healthy New Year’s Resolutions](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-healthy-new-years-resolutions/) - Senior Care-Happy New Year from all of us! With the New Year often comes New Year’s resolutions. If you are creating your own list of resolutions for 2023...
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – April 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-april-2025/) - Elder Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Mr. Dan O’Neill for the month of April. Here at Woodland Ridge, Dan enjoys the pet visits, the music, and the ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – April 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-april-2025/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for April is Tamya Cooper, Med Tech. In July 2024, Tamya started working at Woodland Ridge and she has quickly ...
- [Woodland Ridge's April 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-april-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's April 2025 Event Calendars
- [Woodland Ridge's March 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-march-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's March 2025 Event Calendars
- [The Caregiver’s Guide to Practicing Gratitude](https://woodlandridge.org/the-caregivers-guide-to-practicing-gratitude/) - “The heart that gives thanks is a happy one, for we cannot feel thankful and unhappy at the same time.” - Douglas Wood As a family caregiver, you consistently have a lot of your plate. Not only are you caring for a parent or loved one, but you also have your own responsibilities—children, a spouse,
- [Tips to Dining Out with Diabetes](https://woodlandridge.org/diabetes-dining-out/) - Living in a senior living community certainly does not mean that enjoying your nightlife is over! Many of our residents enjoy dining out with family during their visits. While families are welcome to join us at dinner within our community, it is an extra special treat for residents to experience a change of scenery and
- [Opal - April Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/opal-april-resident-month/) - We are so lucky to have this wonderful resident of the month living with us! Opal went from being a faithful volunteer at Woodland Ridge to an eventual resident. For many years, she came to visit a neighbor that lived here, and she also came on Saturdays with a group from her church, King Springs
- [Benefits that Assisted Living Can Provide Your Elderly Loved One](https://woodlandridge.org/benefits-that-assisted-living-can-provide-your-elderly-loved-one/) - Assisted Living: The benefits of your loved one having a safe, secure, and caring place to call home are innumerable, but there are some key areas that your ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – March 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-march-2025/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for March is Sylvia Mitchell. Sylvia has been at Woodland Ridge since July of 2024 and loves working in the Memory...
- [Resident Spotlight – March 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-march-2025/) - Elderly Care Smyrna GA- Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Gloria enjoys the music activities, reading to the school students, the parties and was a participant in ...
- [How Short Term Care Supports Seniors and Their Families](https://woodlandridge.org/how-short-term-care-supports-seniors-and-their-families/) - Short Term Care: Short term care offers temporary support for seniors, giving family caregivers time to recharge while ensuring their loved ones receive ...
- [10 Important Facts about the COVID-19 Vaccine](https://woodlandridge.org/10-important-facts-about-the-covid-19-vaccine/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-10 Important Facts about the COVID-19 Vaccine
- [Helping a Parent or Loved One Share Their Life Story](https://woodlandridge.org/sharing-a-life-story/) - Our parents, grandparents, and older family members have experienced a lot in their lifetimes. From historical events to cultural changes, they have watched the world be shaped into what we know and live in today. These experiences are a part of your parent’s or loved one’s life story, and sharing this story can benefit present
- [Understanding Memory Care at Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/understanding-memory-care-at-assisted-living/) - Memory Care: Memory care in assisted living provides structured support, safe living spaces, and engaging activities to help seniors with memory loss ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT February 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-february-2025/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for February is Tracy Williams. Tracy is a med tech on our 11 – 7 shift. She’s a caring light in the night.
- [Resident Spotlight – February 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-february-2025/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Mary A. Johnson, who just turned 97 years old. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Mary enjoys the lunch outings, bus...
- [Woodland Ridge's February 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-february-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's February 2025 Event Calendars
- [Reasons Assisted Living May Be the Best Choice](https://woodlandridge.org/reasons-assisted-living-may-be-the-best-choice/) - Assisted Living: Consider these items to decide if your loved one can get by on just a little more help at home, or if they need to move into an assisted ...
- [What Can Seniors Expect at an Assisted Living Facility?](https://woodlandridge.org/what-can-seniors-expect-at-an-assisted-living-facility/) - Elder Care: Assisted living offers seniors personalized support, daily routines, and opportunities for connection, fostering a safe and enriching lifestyle.
- [Granny? Are You Talking to Me?](https://woodlandridge.org/growing-old-but-not-granny/) - You may have noticed that fewer grandmothers are actually willing to be called anything remotely resembling grandma or granny—usually not even nanny. Shakespeare’s Juliet posed the question, “What’s in a name?” a long time ago, and her thoughts were “That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Ask the
- [Resident Spotlight – January 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-january-2025/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Charles, “Charlie” King for the month of January. Here at Woodland Ridge, Charlie enjoys the pet visits,
- [Resident Spotlight - December 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-december-2024/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Ms. Elizabeth Carmichael for December. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Elizabeth enjoys the music activities, the ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT December 2024/January 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-december-2024-january-2025/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for December/January is Kenny Jackson, Dietary Director and our Employee of the Year! He is the winner of the ...
- [Woodland Ridge's January 2025 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-january-2025-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's January 2025 Event Calendars
- [Is It Time for Your Senior To Consider Assisted Living?](https://woodlandridge.org/is-it-time-for-your-senior-to-consider-assisted-living/) - Senior Care: Understanding the signs that a senior might benefit from assisted living for senior care services can make the decision easier and provide peace...
- [Social Isolation, Loneliness, and Cognitive Decline](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-social-isolation-loneliness-and-cognitive-decline/) - Senior Care- Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease discusses how participation in social activities can help defend against cognitive decline, particularly for those..
- [May is National Walking Month!](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-may-is-national-walking-month/) - Senior Care-Dust off your sneakers and lace them up because May is National Walking Month! Walking is good for our mind, body, and soul. Check out this ...
- [Alzheimer’s Disease: History, Facts, & Memory Care Services](https://woodlandridge.org/alzheimers-disease-history-facts-services/) - While Alzheimer’s disease facts are abundant, you may not know where to start. Before we go over the history of Alzheimer’s disease, though, Woodland Ridge would like to note the treatments available for those dealing with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Currently, there is no cure for Alzheimer’s disease or a way to reverse the effects it
- [Focusing Faded Footprints - A Recognition of Memory Impairment](https://woodlandridge.org/focusing-faded-footprints-a-recognition-of-memory-impairment/) - As we age, more severe health problems start to become more common. Unfortunately, the most common tend to regard brain health rather than a physical health problem. Issues like cognitive impairment or memory impairment can be caused by many sources. Some of these causes can be reversed with treatment. However, some, like Alzheimer’s, can only
- [Great Benefits of Assisted Living for Seniors](https://woodlandridge.org/great-benefits-of-assisted-living-for-seniors/) - Assisted Living: Assisted living offers seniors a supportive environment where they can maintain their independence while benefiting from these personalized...
- [Fact or Fantasy? Are Aging Baby Boomers Healthier?](https://woodlandridge.org/fact-fantasy-aging-baby-boomers-healthier/) - Aging baby boomers – it’s almost a contradiction. The generation of youth that didn’t want to trust anyone over 30 is now more than twice that age. Yes, the revolutionary baby boomers are aging, but are they aging in new ways and do they continue to challenge traditional expectations? Several years ago, the Journal of
- [Woodland Ridge's December 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-december-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's December 2024 Event Calendars
- [Downsizing Tips for a Move to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/downsizing-tips-for-a-move-to-assisted-living/) - Caregiver: Once you move and have downsized, you’ll feel more rejuvenated because you won’t have to worry about everything packed in boxes and stored away.
- [How Seniors Can Handle Assisted Living Transitions in Marietta, Georgia](https://woodlandridge.org/how-seniors-can-handle-assisted-living-transitions-in-marietta-georgia/) - The journey to assisted living in Marietta, GA may come with challenges, but it also brings peace of mind and a sense of community.
- [Can a Shy Senior do Well in an Assisted Living Community?](https://woodlandridge.org/can-a-shy-senior-do-well-in-an-assisted-living-community/) - Elderly Care: Assisted living communities are equipped to support introverted seniors through personalized care, private spaces, flexible social ...
- [Resident Spotlight – November 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-november-2024/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Sandra “Gail” Cox for November 2024. Ms. Gail and Charles have 7 children, 2 boys, and 5 girls, as well as 15...
- [Our Invitation to a Thanksgiving Dinner](https://woodlandridge.org/our-invitation-to-a-thanksgiving-dinner/) - Assisted Living: You are cordially invited to our Thanksgiving Dinner on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:00.
- [4 Healthy Recipes for Seniors on Father’s Day](https://woodlandridge.org/4-healthy-recipes-seniors-fathers-day/) - Father’s Day is the perfect time to celebrate the man who helped raise you and what better way than to make him a meal from the heart. After all, how many meals has this man prepared or paid for you throughout your life? Preparing a meal for dad can be a great way to show
- [Ludmilla (Lucy) – May Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/ludmilla-resident/) - Ludmilla, or as we call her, Lucy, is our Resident of the Month for May and we can’t wait to tell you why! Lucy brings optimism to our community and she can often be heard humming or singing some of her favorite songs like, “Que Sera, Sera” or “Feliz Navidad,” even if it isn’t Christmastime.
- [Movin' and Groovin' at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/movin-groovin-woodland-ridge/) - It’s a magical night when Woodland Ridge dancers hit the stage! Woodland Ridge’s second annual Dancing with the Senior Stars event was a huge success if you measure success by faces that are smiling, feet that are tapping, and hips that are shaking. That’s how we roll—or rather, that’s how we rock ‘n roll! Studies
- [Dancing with the Senior Stars 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-dancing-with-the-senior-stars-2023/) - Senior Care-Our annual Dancing with the Senior Stars is back! It was a wonderful evening that showed the close connections between our staff and our residents.
- [Employee Spotlight – November 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-november-2024/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for November 2024 and February 2023 is Todd Ellis, Cook. Todd is always willing to go above and beyond for our ...
- [Woodland Ridge's November 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-november-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's November 2024 Event Calendars
- [Helping Your Loved One with Dementia Enjoy the Holiday Season](https://woodlandridge.org/helping-your-loved-one-with-dementia-enjoy-the-holiday-season/) - Caregiver: Here are some simple things to consider when building a schedule for holiday time together that includes a loved one with dementia.
- [The Role of Technology at a Quality Assisted Living Community](https://woodlandridge.org/the-role-of-technology-at-a-quality-assisted-living-community/) - Assisted Living: As technology continues to evolve, its role in assisted living will only become more vital, ensuring that seniors receive the compassionate...
- [Major Changes for Medicare 2025](https://woodlandridge.org/major-changes-for-medicare-2025/) - Elder Care: Medicare annual enrollment is Oct 15 to Dec 7 each year. Due to the many changes, please contact a broker immediately to get on the calendar for...
- [National Diabetes Month](https://woodlandridge.org/national-diabetes-month/) - Senior Care: November is National Diabetes Month, and this year’s focus is on communities across the country taking action to prevent diabetes-related health...
- [Dealing with Anxiety When an Aging Parent First Moves to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/dealing-with-anxiety-when-an-aging-parent-first-moves-to-assisted-living/) - Senior Care: Here are several things you can do to help your loved one and yourself deal with the difficult transition of moving to assisted living and the ...
- [Managing Long-Distance Caregiving](https://woodlandridge.org/managing-long-distance-caregiving/) - As our parents or family members age, it is natural for us to want to help and care for them. However, what happens when your heart is in the right place, but physically speaking, you aren’t. This is the case for many who find themselves at a distance from a loved one who needs assistance.
- [Resident Spotlight - October 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-october-2024/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on William “Bill” Stitt for the month of October. Bill enjoys the pet visits, lunch trips, games, and spending ...
- [How Should I Prepare for Medicare Annual Enrollment? Will My Plan be Available Next Year?](https://woodlandridge.org/how-should-i-prepare-for-medicare-annual-enrollment-will-my-plan-be-available-next-year/) - Elder Care: Each year October 15 until December 7 is the window of opportunity to compare your current plan with other plans available.
- [Employee Spotlight — October 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-october-2024/) - Assisted Living- In our Employee Spotlight for October is Juana Sanchez Martinez. She goes above and beyond to keep our community clean and healthy for everyone
- [Should You Consider Oral Antivirals to Treat COVID-19?](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-should-you-consider-oral-antivirals-to-treat-covid-19/) - Caregiver-Two oral antiviral treatments for COVID-19 are now available with a healthcare professional’s prescription. The oral antiviral treatments help...
- [CaraVita Home Care Hosts Georgia State University Physical Therapy Program](https://woodlandridge.org/caravita-home-care-hosts-georgia-state-university-physical-therapy-program/) - Senior Care: Every year, the staff at CaraVita Home Care have the privilege of hosting students from the Georgia State University physical therapy program ...
- [Woodland Ridge's October 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-october-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's October 2024 Event Calendars
- [Dementia- How Does It Feel?](https://woodlandridge.org/dementia-how-does-it-feel/) - Memory Care: CaraVita Home is now offering interactive classes in Dementia Care. This is part of our Community program - DementiaLife.
- [The Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group](https://woodlandridge.org/the-dementia-caregivers-support-group-3/) - Caregiver: Roswell United Methodist Church will be hosting an in-person Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group on Thursday, October 24th at 10:00 a.m. in room 317
- [Reasons Autumn Is a Great Time to Try Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/reasons-autumn-is-a-great-time-to-try-assisted-living/) - Elder Care: An assisted living community may offer an alternative that could help convince your loved one this is perfect for them at this stage in their life.
- [Characteristics About Assisted Living That May Matter Most](https://woodlandridge.org/characteristics-about-assisted-living-that-may-matter-most/) - Senior Care: Let’s look at five key characteristics that families typically prioritize when selecting an assisted living community for senior care.
- [FDA Approves Drug to Treat Agitation in Alzheimer’s Dementia](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-fda-approves-drug-to-treat-agitation-in-alzheimers-dementia/) - Memory Care-On Thursday, May 11th, the Food and Drug Administration approved, for the first time, a drug to treat agitation symptoms in Alzheimer’s disease.
- [Resident Spotlight - September 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-september-2024/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Lillian Barnett for the month of September. Ms. Lillian enjoys attending Bible Study, music, pet visits,...
- [Woodland Ridge's September 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-september-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's September 2024 Event Calendars
- [Employee Spotlight -September 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-september-2024/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for September is Kristina Blunt, CNA. Woodland Ridge is fortunate to have found such an empathetic and helpful ...
- [Assisted Living Is an Option for Feeling Overwhelmed Caring for an Elder](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-is-an-option-for-feeling-overwhelmed-caring-for-an-elder/) - Assisted Living: Not only does assisted living provide one of the best resources for aging men and women, but it also helps families avoid the common ...
- [Seniors and Online Scams – How to Protect Yourself](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-seniors-and-online-scams-how-to-protect-yourself/) - Assisted Living-According to a report released by the FBI, seniors lost almost $1 billion in scams in 2021. These typically come in the form of some type of...
- [Why Respite Care at Assisted Living Is So Important](https://woodlandridge.org/why-respite-care-at-assisted-living-is-so-important/) - Caregiver: Your aging parent could stay at assisted living for a brief time, perhaps for a few days a week or some other duration, depending on their ...
- [Lois – October Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/lois-october-resident-month/) - Lois was born in Cullman, Alabama and lived there until her move to our Woodland Ridge community! Cullman is an interesting and historic small town seeing that it was colonized by Germans after the civil war. Lois is also our October Resident of the Month and we are excited to highlight her story! Lois grew up
- [Resident Spotlight – August 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-august-2024/) - Elderly Care: The Resident Spotlight for August shines on Evelyn Hankins. Ms. Evelyn enjoys the pet visits, the beauty shop, and the meals and always has a ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – August 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-august-2024/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for August is Shunte Guthrie, Resident Care Coordinator. Shunte just started working here and she already has made...
- [SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE](https://woodlandridge.org/school-supply-drive/) - Caregiver: We’re partnering with Nickajack Elementary School to read with the children and want to help those children who cannot afford school supplies.
- [Woodland Ridge's August 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-august-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's August 2024 Event Calendars
- [A Month for Hearts: February is American Heart Health Month](https://woodlandridge.org/a-month-for-hearts/) - A dozen roses and some chocolate are good for your health! Yes, it’s true, eating chocolate can be heart-healthy if you choose the right chocolate—dark chocolate with at least 70% cacao. The best gift you can give your loved one this Valentine’s Day, though, is heart-health awareness. We hope you’ll take a few minutes during
- [Importance of Maintaining a Healthy Diet as a Caregiver](https://woodlandridge.org/maintaining-caregiver-health/) - Caregiving for a parent or loved one is one of the most rewarding tasks to undertake. However, as many caregivers try to find a balance between caregiving and other commitments, it can be physically and mentally taxing. The person in your care is typically the primary focus, making it easy for you to put your
- [Plans for Assisted Living After Diagnosis of Alzheimer’s](https://woodlandridge.org/plans-for-assisted-living-after-diagnosis-of-alzheimers/) - Memory Care: One of the critical decisions after an Alzheimer's diagnosis is determining the right moment to consider assisted living for memory care services.
- [Reasons One May Not Be Exploring Their New Assisted Living Community](https://woodlandridge.org/reasons-one-may-not-be-exploring-their-new-assisted-living-community/) - Elder Care: Let’s discuss five reasons why your aging parent might not be getting out and enjoying their new assisted living community.
- [Woodland Ridge's July 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-july-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's July 2024 Event Calendars
- [Incompass Financial Long-Term Care Insurance Write-Up](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-incompass-financial-long-term-care-insurance-write-up/) - Assisted Living-When it comes to planning for your financial future, having the appropriate amount of protection is vital not only for your finances but also...
- [Caring for Aging Parents](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-caring-for-aging-parents/) - Elderly Care- When talking to a parent about future care, it’s best to have a strategy for structuring the conversation. Here are some key concepts to consider.
- [Resident Spotlight – July 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-july-2024/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Walter Luttrell for the month of July. Staff and residents alike say that Walter is a kind, nice person who’s ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – July 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-july-2024/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight for July is Mery Deras, housekeeping and maintenance. We love having Mery as part of our team.
- [Crucial Facts to Know About Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/crucial-facts-to-know-about-assisted-living/) - Elderly Care: By understanding these five crucial facts about assisted living is to ensure that your aging parent lives in a safe, supportive, and enriching ...
- [Top Reasons to Choose Assisted Living for Elderly Loved Ones](https://woodlandridge.org/top-reasons-to-choose-assisted-living-for-elderly-loved-ones/) - Assisted Living: We put together a list of the top 10 reasons to choose assisted living for an aging loved one who may be struggling with Activities of ...
- [Resident Spotlight – June 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-june-2024/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Janet Cabellero for June. We’re happy Ms. Janet decided to call Woodland Ridge her new home.
- [Woodland Ridge's June 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-june-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's June 2024 Event Calendars
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – June 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-june-2024/) - Assisted Living: Our Employee Spotlight is on Lisa Reeder, who was the accounts expert at Caravita, our management company. Many of our family members have ...
- [Visiting Loved Ones with Dementia in a Community](https://woodlandridge.org/visiting-loved-ones-with-dementia-in-a-community/) - Memory Care: Here are some tips and suggestions that can make your visit an enjoyable one when visiting with a loved one in a senior living or long-term care community.
- [Summer Safety](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-summer-safety/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-Summer is here which means more options for time outdoors. Here are some tips to stay safe and healthy this summer as you venture...
- [Supporting Your Journey: Steps to Take After the Loss of a Loved One](https://woodlandridge.org/supporting-your-journey-steps-to-take-after-the-loss-of-a-loved-one/) - Senior Care: Losing a loved one is one of life's most challenging experiences, and navigating the necessary steps afterward can feel overwhelming.
- [Does Medicare Cover Medical Coverage If I’m Out of the Country?](https://woodlandridge.org/does-medicare-cover-medical-coverage-if-im-out-of-the-country/) - Elder Care: One of the things seniors enjoy is traveling. And one of the questions I am often asked is, does Medicare cover me when I’m out of the country?
- [Simple Ideas to Encourage a Parent to Consider Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/simple-ideas-to-encourage-a-parent-to-consider-assisted-living/) - Senior Care: Here are four simple ideas to facilitate a conversation and guide your aging parent toward making a decision about moving into assisted living...
- [Is Assisted Living a Permanent Solution or Are There Short-Term Options?](https://woodlandridge.org/is-assisted-living-a-permanent-solution-or-are-there-short-term-options/) - Assisted Living: Discover all the wonderful benefits that a quality assisted living community will offer you or an aging loved one for short-term, respite
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – May 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-may-2024/) - Assisted Living: In our Employee Spotlight this month is Chalame “Shay” Brown, our Resident Care Coordinator. We’re so glad that Shay joined our team of ...
- [Resident Spotlight – May 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-may-2024/) - Elderly Care: Our Resident Spotlight shines on Beverly Donahue for May 2024. We’re so glad she decided to call Woodland Ridge her home.
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – April 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-april-2024/) - Assisted Living- In our Employee Spotlight for April is Calvin O’Neal. We love Calvin’s great attitude and caring approach to all our residents.
- [National Walking Month](https://woodlandridge.org/national-walking-month/) - Senior Care: Dust off your sneakers and lace them up because May is National Walking Month! Be sure to tag us in the photos you take while out on a walk.
- [The Core of CaraVita](https://woodlandridge.org/the-core-of-caravita/) - Caregiver: Join me in giving a big thank you to our case management team! The impact from the work you do every day creates a lasting impact.
- [Woodland Ridge's May 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-may-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's May 2024 Event Calendars
- [Making Fulton County Dementia Friendly](https://woodlandridge.org/making-fulton-county-dementia-friendly/) - Memory Care: Beth Cayce, along with others, has recently participated in the Dementia Champions training to assist the work of Dementia Friendly Fulton.
- [Dementia - 5 Top Factors that Influence Hearing Aid Use](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-dementia-5-top-factors-that-influence-hearing-aid-use/) - Memory Care-Here are some factors that may affect a person’s successful use of hearing aids and some interventions we can use to encourage proper and more ...
- [Tips for Seniors to Adjust to a New Life at Assisting Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-tips-for-seniors-to-adjust-to-a-new-life-at-assisting-living/) - Elder Care- The more you talk to people and ask questions, the easier it will be to see how adapting to assisted living for elder care will be smoother than...
- [It is that Time of Year to Compare your Medicare Plan](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-it-is-that-time-of-year-to-compare-your-medicare-plan/) - Elderly Care-Each year from October 15 to December 7 during Annual Enrollment, Medicare enrollees can make changes to their insurance plans.
- [What is the Difference in a Part B and Part D Drug?](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-what-is-the-difference-in-a-part-b-and-part-d-drug/) - Elderly Care- The main difference is Part B drugs are injections or infusions that are administered by a doctor. Part D drugs are pills, ointments or creams ...
- [What does a POA have to do with Medicare?](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-what-does-a-poa-have-to-do-with-medicare/) - Elder Care- Let’s define a POA first. A POA is a power of attorney. This gives one or more people the power to act on your behalf. Learn more about it.
- [Medicare is Always Changing the Rules!](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-medicare-is-always-changing-the-rules/) - Senior Care-Last year Medicare implemented a new rule that all calls with plan specific information and enrollment of a client must be recorded.
- [Why is this Season so Important for those on Medicare?](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-why-is-this-season-so-important-for-those-on-medicare/) - Senior Care-Each September, you receive a notice with information on your plan. The Annual Notice of Coverage compares your current plan’s coverage, costs, ...
- [How to Know if a Memory Care Facility Supports Alzheimer’s Progress](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-how-to-know-if-a-memory-care-facility-supports-alzheimers-progress/) - Memory Care- Make sure it is a memory care facility for your loved one with Alzheimer's, one designed to support those who are dealing with advanced memory-related challenges.
- [Resident Spotlight – April 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-resident-spotlight-april-2024/) - Elderly Care- Our Resident Spotlight shines on Patricia “Patty” King for April 2024. We love Ms. Patty’s fun attitude and great smile! We’re glad she decided...
- [Woodland Ridge's April 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-april-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's April 2024 Event Calendars
- [Is There Any Privacy at an Assisted Living Community?](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-is-there-any-privacy-at-an-assisted-living-community/) - Elderly Care- When many seniors think about assisted living, one of their primary concerns is privacy. They misconstrue it with another form of elderly care...
- [Sharon McMillian - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/sharon-mcmillian-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge is proud to announce that our May Employee of the Month is Sharon McMillian! Sharon is an excellent employee, and we would like to share her story for our readers. Sharon is from St. Louis, Missouri and came to Georgia in February of 2016. Sharon says she’s worked in Food Service, housekeeping, meeting
- [June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month - Dementia Friendly Community](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-june-is-alzheimers-and-brain-awareness-month-dementia-friendly-community/) - Memory Care-A dementia friendly community is one that is taking action to foster quality of life for people living with dementia and their care partners.
- [What Dining Options at Assisted Living Tell You About the Facility](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-what-dining-options-at-assisted-living-tell-you-about-the-facility/) - Assisted Living- The dining options that are available at an assisted living community can tell you at least some details about the facility and how it ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – March 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-march-2024/) - Assisted Living- In our Employee Spotlight for March is Tracy Williams. It’s easy to see why Tracy is a favorite caregiver to our residents. She’s a caring ...
- [HELP! I Missed Enrolling in Part B Medicare! ](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-help-i-missed-enrolling-in-part-b-medicare/) - Senior Care- If you missed the cutoff and didn’t enroll, now is the time. There are penalties for late enrollment. The penalty is an extra 10% of the monthly...
- [Strategic Charitable Giving for Dementia Care: Types and Tax Benefits](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-strategic-charitable-giving-for-dementia-care-types-and-tax-benefits/) - Memory Care- Supporting dementia care through charitable contributions not only aids vital research and services but also offers a meaningful way to honor affected loved ones.
- [Resident Spotlight – March 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-march-2024/) - Elder Care- Our Resident Spotlight for March shines on Agnes Simonson. Ms. Agnes has a wonderful sense of humor that she shares with a sly smile. We’re so ...
- [Understanding VA's Aid and Attendance Benefits for Veterans with Dementia](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-understanding-vas-aid-and-attendance-benefits-for-veterans-with-dementia/) - Memory Care-For many families caring for veterans, the Veterans Affairs (VA) Aid and Attendance (A&A) benefit can be an invaluable resource.
- [Meet Carman Research](https://woodlandridge.org/meet-carman-research/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Nancy Merrill for February 2022. At Woodland Ridge, Ms. Nancy loves the music activities and always has a...
- [Woodland Ridge Supports Its Community to Embrace COVID Vaccinations](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-smyrna-ga-woodland-ridge-supports-its-community-to-embrace-covid-vaccinations/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-It takes a community effort to make the COVID-19 vaccination successful. When the federal government commissioned the vaccination of Americans, Woodland Ridge approached CVS to get its senior members vaccinated.
- [Travel Destinations for Seniors](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-traveling-destinations/) - Getting stuck in your everyday routine can be easy. But did you know? Monotony can lead some individuals to severe ailments, such as depression. If you have a close friend or relative in a nursing home, not traveling can actually have an adverse effect on them. Do your loved one a favor and plan
- [Home for the Holidays](https://woodlandridge.org/home-for-the-holidays/) - A great way to open the door to that "what if" discussion is by sitting down together and preparing your Healthcare Advance Directives.
- [10 Tips For Talking to Your Doctor](https://woodlandridge.org/talking-to-your-doctor/) - Talking to your doctor can be easy and helpful, or frustrating at best. Have you ever felt excited to be talking to your doctor about a medical concern, only to leave feeling like the whole thing was a grueling event? You may wait a long, long time in the waiting room and, just when
- [Your Health Care Director](https://woodlandridge.org/your-health-care-director/) - Do you have a primary care doctor you love? Are you happy to see your physician at least once a year for your annual physical exam? If you answered “yes” to those questions, you are already ahead of the game. There are many reasons why people avoid seeing a doctor at all costs, but
- [Let's Talk About Driving: Seniors Behind the Wheel](https://woodlandridge.org/seniors-behind-the-wheel/) - One complaint we hear often from adult children is that they just don’t know to talk with their parents about driving—or, rather, not driving. The issue is complex. Driving isn’t simply a skill: driving embodies a lifestyle. Remember getting your license? That accomplishment meant freedom and independence. It meant coming of age. Driving gave you
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – February 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-february-2024/) - Assisted Living- In our Employee Spotlight, this month is Marlow Butler, COTA. Marlow works for Legacy Therapy and is a mainstay in our community.
- [Dementia and the Holidays](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-dementia-and-the-holidays/) - Memory Care-When family time includes ones that have dementia it may be best to consider limiting the number of events that a loved one attends as well as ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT October 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-employee-spotlight-october-2023/) - Caregiver-In our Employee Spotlight is our Rehab Director, Karianna Applegate. We are so pleased that Karianna has joined our Woodland Ridge team. Our...
- [Assisted Living for Short-Term Support: Yes, It Is Available](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-assisted-living-for-short-term-support-yes-it-is-available/) - Assisted Living-When you think about assisted living, do you ever think about it in terms of just short-term care? In truth, while not all assisted...
- [Remembering Bailey the Beagle](https://woodlandridge.org/remembering-bailey-the-beagle/) - Bailey the beagle, was a mainstay at Woodland Ridge for the past four years. She was a rescue dog that came to live with Kathryn Trice, our Activity Director in November of 2015. From the start, Bailey loved to be with people and get some petting, and she was always ready for a belly rub!
- [Is It Possible for Mom to Keep Her Beloved Pet and Still Move into Assisted Living?](https://woodlandridge.org/is-it-possible-for-mom-to-keep-her-beloved-pet-and-still-move-into-assisted-living/) - Senior Care Fair Oaks GA-Your mother may be considering assisted living. That’s a wonderful thing. But perhaps one key issue is her beloved pet.
- [Introducing Our New Care Partner: Legacy Healthcare Services](https://woodlandridge.org/introducing-new-partner-legacy-healthcare-services/) - Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care is proud to announce our partnership with Legacy Healthcare Services! Legacy Healthcare Services will be opening an on-site clinic to provide full-time rehabilitative therapy services for residents at Woodland Ridge beginning in January 2017. Beth Cayce, owner of CaraVita Home Care, the management company for Woodland Ridge, says,
- [A SimpleC Guest Blog For Woodland Ridge: Technology Should Be Simple](https://woodlandridge.org/simplec-guest-blog-woodland-ridge/) - The first thing you should know is: things have changed. People are pushing computers your way because there has never been a better time to dive into them. Today’s devices have touch screens and don’t require training. There are no more extraneous accessories and no more mazes of wires. No more user manuals to read
- [Tips for Seniors to Manage Anxiety](https://woodlandridge.org/tips-for-seniors-to-manage-anxiety/) - Anxiety is, unfortunately, common in older adults. According to the Geriatric Mental Health Foundation, the numbers of affected adults can range from 10 to 20 percent of all older Americans. This anxiety is the most common mental health problem among adult women and the second most among adult men. At Woodland Ridge, we know that
- [Music and Memory](https://woodlandridge.org/musicandmemory/) - Have you ever heard a song, and though you had long since forgotten it, been transported instantly to a time and place. Recalling, despite the dusty residue of time on its words, every note of the melody and more still, the notes of your heart in that original moment? It’s no accident. It is
- [SimpleC Technology Arrives at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridge-assisted-living/) - Woodland Ridge is proud to announce the integration of SimpleC as a tool for helping our residents with advanced dementia. The Meadows, our Memory Care neighborhood, is now completely high-tech with this state-of-the-art therapy. This product is as simple as a touch screen computer yet complex enough to increase daily activity, meal consumption and
- [Why Memory Care Assisted Living May Be the Right Choice](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-why-memory-care-assisted-living-may-be-the-right-choice/) - Memory Care-Focus on three core reasons why memory care assisted living might very well be the best elder care choice you and your loved one could make at ...
- [Outside Help for a Parent Can Lead You to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-outside-help-for-a-parent-can-lead-you-to-assisted-living/) - Senior Care-Assisted living, when done right, is an exceptional option for aging men and women who have difficulties with Activities of Daily Living or who ...
- [Ways Memory Care Assisted Living Can Help Those Dealing with Dementia](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-ways-memory-care-assisted-living-can-help-those-dealing-with-dementia/) - Memory Care- There are numerous ways that a memory care assisted living community can make a difference for somebody with dementia. Here are some considerations
- [Assisted Living Helps to Reduce Your Caregiver Stress](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-assisted-living-helps-to-reduce-your-caregiver-stress/) - Caregiver-Assisted living is a wonderful option for those elderly men and women who may be struggling with basic tasks of everyday life.
- [Finding a Better Balance in Life as a Caregiver](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-finding-a-better-balance-in-life-as-a-caregiver/) - Caregiver Marietta GA-Life as a caregiver can completely upend everything else you have going on in your life. It can cause you to lose focus and balance. Assisted living can help you get that balance back in your life.
- [Things to Consider About Assisted Living for a Parent with Alzheimer’s](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-things-to-consider-about-assisted-living-for-a-parent-with-alzheimers/) - Assisted Living- When you reach the crossroads where assisted living for a parent with Alzheimer's is an option, there are several things to consider. Let's ...
- [Start the New Year Off with the Best Memory Care for One With Dementia](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-start-the-new-year-off-with-the-best-memory-care-for-one-with-dementia/) - Memory Care-There are many different forms of memory care, but the one that may very well be the best is assisted living. Why would assisted living be the ...
- [What to Know About Short-Term Stay Options at Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-what-to-know-about-short-term-stay-options-at-assisted-living/) - Elderly Care-If family or friends have been acting as primary caregivers, and they’re planning a vacation during the summer, who will they choose to provide...
- [Improve Your Outlook on Life with Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-improve-your-outlook-on-life-with-assisted-living/) - Elder Care-There may come a time when you or somebody you love is advancing in years, struggling with physical strength, health, and other factors, and ...
- [What Are Some Reasons Your Parent Isn’t Listening About Assisted Living?](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-what-are-some-reasons-your-parent-isnt-listening-about-assisted-living/) - Assisted Living-Your parent just isn’t listening to you anymore. You recognize the value in assisted living as a quality elder care option, but they simply...
- [Three Reasons Autumn Is a Perfect Time to Discuss Short-Term Assisted Living Options](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-three-reasons-autumn-is-a-perfect-time-to-discuss-short-term-assisted-living-options/) - Assisted Living-If you or an aging parent are considered elderly and have been struggling with mobility for a while, an assisted living arrangement is an ...
- [Assisted Living for Great Elder Care Support](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-assisted-living-for-great-elder-care-support/) - Assisted Living-People often talk about different types of elder care available. What makes assisted living a wonderful elder care option is the ability of...
- [Before Assisted Living: The Family Caregiver](https://woodlandridge.org/before-assisted-living/) - “I’m a 46-year-old controller for an international company. I’ve spent my life building my career and never imagined I’d be thinking about assisted living while changing diapers —especially not my mom’s diapers,” says Mark. Susan, a married mother of three teenagers who also cares for her ailing father who has congestive heart failure and
- [Respite Care: A Short-Term Care Option in Smyrna, Georgia](https://woodlandridge.org/respite-care-a-short-term-care-option-in-smyrna-georgia/) - With the number of seniors living with Alzheimer’s in America increasing, there is also an increasing need for caregiving. Whether formal or informal, taking care of another individual with deteriorating cognitive abilities can take a toll on the caregiver. For most adult children, their parent’s needs will fall on them, and the weight of caregiving
- [Woodland Ridge’s Guide to Staying Positive in Caregiving](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-guide-staying-positive-caregiving/) - You have to be brave as a group leader, as a parent, and even as an adult daughter or son. Wanting to make the world go away and crawl into your parent’s lap is a nice idea, but in the real world, we all have to face real-life problems. You can either make it easier
- [When Caregiving Stress is Great, Talk About Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-when-caregiving-stress-is-great-talk-about-assisted-living/) - Senior Care-When the stress of caring for an aging senior gets to be too overwhelming, it’s time to look at senior care, most notably assisted living.
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – November 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-resident-spotlight-november-2022/) - Elderly Care Smyrna GAr. We love Ms. Inez’s upbeat attitude and her terrific smile. She’s a friend to everyone. We’re so glad Ms. Inez decided to call...
- [Employee Spotlight, August 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-august-2022/) - Senior Care-In our Employee Spotlight for August 2022 is Toni White. Toni has only been at Woodland Ridge a few weeks but has already become a resident...
- [Employee Spotlight, September 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-september-2022/) - Senior Care-In our Employee Spotlight for September is Jennifer Slaton, our Marketing Director. We love Jennifer’s caring attitude and her willingness to..
- [Employee Spotlight, February 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-february-2022/) - Senior Care-In our Employee Spotlight for February is Calvin O’Neal. Calvin began working at Woodland Ridge in September 2021 and has become a resident...
- [Senior Care and Individual Rights at Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-senior-care-and-individual-rights-at-assisted-living/) - Senior Care-Assisted living is about helping aging men and women maintain quality of life and dignity in a community environment. That means they shouldn’t...
- [EMPLOYEES OF THE MONTH November 2020](https://woodlandridge.org/employees-of-the-month-november-2020/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA-Our employees of the month for November are our 3 longest term employees, Keeta Keeton with 20 years, Paula Patterson and Anna Williams with 18 years each.
- [Engaging Activities to Try with Your Parent with Memory Impairment](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-in-georgia-engaging-memory/) - Finding activities for a parent with a memory impairment can be an overwhelming task. Their skill level may be declining, and finding pastimes mom or dad can succeed in may require considerable thought and effort. However, creating meaningful activities for your parent, not just ones to pass the time, is essential to their health and
- [Adrianna Sanchez Puga – October Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/adrianna-sanchez-puga-october-employee-month/) - Our October Employee of the Month is Adrianna Sanchez Puga! Adrianna has been working as a housekeeper at Woodland Ridge since April 2018. Adrianna is originally from Guanajuato, Mexico, but her entire family moved to the United States in 2003. She has three sisters and two brothers. Coincidentally, Adrianna’s sister, Juana, is also employed as
- [Vickie - December Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/vickie-december-resident-month/) - Our December Resident of the Month’s real name is Sandra Victoria, but she has always gone by the name Vickie. Born in Durham, North Carolina, Vickie went to Westminster High School and then graduated from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. She loved English and History in school, and her friends say
- [Veronica Peal – May Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/veronica-peal/) - It takes a very special person to be a caregiver in a memory care neighborhood. Veronica Peal is a very special person, which is why she is our Employee of the Month! Veronica is one of our med techs and has been with Woodland Ridge for six years! Veronica was born in Liberia, Africa with
- [Anne Marie Samuels – June Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/anne-marie-samuels-june-employee/) - Congratulations Anne Marie Samuels, our June Employee of the Month! Anne Marie is our Med Tech here at Woodland Ridge. Born and raised in Jamaica, she was a Sales Manager for a popular sportswear company. Anne Marie traveled back and forth to the United States for her work. In 2009, she decided to make the
- [June 2016 Employee of the Month Paula Patterson](https://woodlandridge.org/june-2016-employee-month-paula-patterson/) - Ask Paula Patterson about working at Woodland Ridge, and the first thing she’ll tell you is how much she loves the residents here. Paula has worked at Woodland Ridge for 14 years and says she thinks about the residents even when she’s not at work. Everyone here is family to Paula. She became a caregiver
- [Employees of the Month: January 2017](https://woodlandridge.org/employees-month-january-2017/) - Neither snow, nor rain . . . That's right--nothing will stop us from being here to care for our residents. We want to thank two of our dedicated managers who packed their bags and stayed overnight when we had the threat of ice and snow in January. Keeta Keeton, our memory care manager, and Debra
- [Nestor Kamgang – April Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/nestor-kamgang-april-employee-month/) - The Republic of Cameroon is a French-speaking country in central Africa located near Chad and Nigeria, and it is also the home country of our Employee of the Month, Nestor Kamgang! Nestor first came to the United States about three years ago. In Cameroon, he was an accountant, but since he has been in Atlanta,
- [How to Overcome Guilt While Encouraging a Move to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-how-to-overcome-guilt-while-encouraging-a-move-to-assisted-living/) - Elderly Care- If you learn more about assisted living, take a tour, and visit the facility, you will probably be able to overcome your guilt while still...
- [Understanding a Brain-Healthy Lifestyle For Seniors](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-understanding-a-brain-healthy-lifestyle-for-seniors/) - Elderly Care-A brain-healthy lifestyle means getting into habits and doing things that help the brain work at its best, stop cognitive decline, and improve ...
- [For a Senior with Alzheimer’s, Memory Care Becomes Essential](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-for-a-senior-with-alzheimers-memory-care-becomes-essential/) - Memory Care-One of the most common things family members do when an aging loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s is rally around but do not turn your back ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT August 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-august-2023/) - Assisted Living-In our Employee Spotlight for August is Jasmine Nesbeth, Chef. Our residents are enjoying Jasmine’s cooking and we’re happy to have her as ...
- [How to Help a Family Member Accept the Benefit of Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-how-to-help-a-family-member-accept-the-benefit-of-assisted-living/) - Elder Care-Armed with a great deal of information, one is able to show both siblings and their parent that assisted living for elder care is about living ...
- [Ways Memory Care Reduces the Impact of Sundowner’s Syndrome](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-ways-memory-care-reduces-the-impact-of-sundowners-syndrome/) - Memory Care-A person who is ‘Sundowning’ is experiencing extreme frustration, confusion, and possibly even aggressive tendencies during the evening hours.
- [Importance of a Tour Before Choosing an Assisted Living Community](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-importance-of-a-tour-before-importance-of-a-tour-before-choosing-an-assisted-living-communitychoosing-an-assisted-living-community/) - Elderly Care-Not all assisted living communities are the same. That’s why you have to take your time and look at what each one has to offer; its location...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – June 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-june-2023/) - Assisted Living-In our Employee Spotlight for June is Sehoni Beall, LPN, our Resident Care Coordinator. She is a caring and compassionate nurse, an amazingly...
- [Assisted Living Is a Wonderful Option for Caregiver's Vacation](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-assisted-living-is-a-wonderful-option-for-caregivers-vacation/) - Caregiver-How do you get away if you are a family caregiver for an aging parent? Respite care at assisted living can be the caregiver option you need for...
- [Tips to Improve Communication with an Aging Parent About Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-tips-to-improve-communication-with-an-aging-parent-about-assisted-living/) - Senior Care-The best way to convince an aging parent or other loved one is that assisted living is something to consider, you have to improve your ...
- [Benefits of Discussing Assisted Living for Long or Short Term](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-benefits-of-discussing-assisted-living-for-long-or-short-term/) - Elder Care-One of the biggest struggles family members have when it comes to the topic of assisted living — either for long-term or short-term options — is...
- [How to Avoid Stress While Caring for a Parent by Yourself](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-how-to-avoid-stress-while-caring-for-a-parent-by-yourself/) - Caregiver-Make no mistake a caregiver in a professional environment, such as assisted living, can be incredibly beneficial for aging seniors and their ...
- [Three Things That Might Help an Elderly Senior with Alzheimer’s](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-three-things-that-might-help-an-elderly-senior-with-alzheimers/) - Memory Care-Let’s talk about three things that can make a world of difference for that aging senior who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia and ...
- [What You Can Learn About Assisted Living from an In-Person Tour](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-what-you-can-learn-about-assisted-living-from-an-in-person-tour/) - Assisted Living-There are many things you can learn about an assisted living facility from an in-person tour. Let’s look at a few things to consider here.
- [Why Would it Benefit Your Family to Discuss Assisted Living?](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-why-would-it-benefit-your-family-to-discuss-assisted-living/) - Elder Care-A growing number of assisted living places provide what is called respite care services. This is a wonderful way to figure out exactly what this...
- [Ways to Make a Move to Assisted Living Smoother](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-ways-to-make-a-move-to-assisted-living-smoother/) - Elderly Care-Moving can be stressful, especially for a senior. Here are three ways that you can help make the move to an assisted living site a little bit...
- [Challenges of Discussing Assisted Living with an Aging Parent from Afar](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-challenges-of-discussing-assisted-living-with-an-aging-parent-from-afar/) - Assisted Living-How can you bring up the topic of assisted living to an elderly parent when you live hundreds or even thousands of miles away? Here are some...
- [Reasons Assisted Living Is a Better Choice for a Senior with Alzheimer's](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-reasons-assisted-living-is-a-better-choice-for-a-senior-with-alzheimers/) - Memory Care-There are plenty of reasons why a memory care assisted living community is the best option for a loved one, even though they want to remain home.
- [The Holiday Season Is Ideal for Relying on Respite Care at Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-the-holiday-season-is-ideal-for-relying-on-respite-care-at-assisted-living/) - Caregiver-The holiday season is fast approaching and that means millions of people will be traveling. For seniors who may need some support at home, what...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – December 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-december-2022/) - Assisted Living-Our Employee Spotlight shines on Danielle Wills, our new Marketing Director. We’re so excited to have Danielle join our team. She has a ...
- [GSLA 2022 Hero Award of Excellence – Staff Member](https://woodlandridge.org/gsla-2022-hero-award-of-excellence-staff-member/) - Senior Care-Kathryn has been keeping seniors’ minds and bodies engaged for the past 30 years. She believes that seniors can continue to enjoy life to the...
- [Understanding Memory Care Assisted Living for Seniors with Cognitive Challenges](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-understanding-memory-care-assisted-living-for-seniors-with-cognitive-challenges/) - Memory Care-Memory care assisted living is wonderful for aging men and women who are dealing with cognitive challenges caused by some disease, injury, or...
- [If Your Parent Won’t Talk About Assisted Living, What Can You Do?](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-if-your-parent-wont-talk-about-assisted-living-what-can-you-do/) - Senior Care-When it comes to senior care services, assisted living is one of the better options for seniors to consider. The bottom line is safety vastly ...
- [Overnight Respite Care at Assisted Living Can Improve Safety for Seniors](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-overnight-respite-care-at-assisted-living-can-improve-safety-for-seniors/) - Elderly Care-Instead of struggling with sleepless nights and worrying about what might happen, consider respite care during those overnight hours at a...
- [What Memory Care Offers Families Supporting a Senior with Alzheimer’s](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-what-memory-care-offers-families-supporting-a-senior-with-alzheimers/) - Memory Care-Memory care assisted living can offer much to many, and it is definitely worth looking into for a senior who has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s.
- [Keeping Seniors in Shape Takes Effort](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-keeping-seniors-in-shape-takes-effort/) - Elder Care-Here are a few ideas that can help aging seniors who have chosen assisted living as their elder care support of choice stay fit and healthy, as...
- [Should Seniors Have a Power of Attorney When Moving to Assisted Living?](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-should-seniors-have-a-power-of-attorney-when-moving-to-assisted-living/) - Senior Care-Just because your aging parent might be moving to assisted living (a wonderful senior care option to consider), that doesn’t mean they should...
- [How Overnight Stays at Assisted Living can Change a Senior’s Mind](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-how-overnight-stays-at-assisted-living-can-change-a-seniors-mind/) - Assisted Living-Overnight or short-term stays can change a senior’s perspective on this elder care option, showing them the benefits it offers.
- [Assisted Living Offers a Break for Stressed Family Caregiver](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-assisted-living-offers-a-break-for-stressed-family-caregiver/) - Caregiver-Being a primary caregiver for another adult, especially a parent or grandparent, can tax even the most rational, patient, and calm people over time.
- [What Medical Support Will an Assisted Living Facility Provide?](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-what-medical-support-will-an-assisted-living-facility-provide/) - Memory Care-There are different types of assisted living communities; including one that offers basic support and experiences and another, like memory care...
- [What Seniors May Do at Assisted Living When Spring is Here](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-what-seniors-may-do-at-assisted-living-when-spring-is-here/) - Elderly Care-Even those who are in an assisted living community for elderly care can enjoy the nicer weather as it warms up. Here are some ideas.
- [Elder Care: Dealing With Ongoing Pandemic While at Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-elder-care-dealing-with-ongoing-pandemic-while-at-assisted-living/) - Elder Care-For those of advancing years, assisted living for elder care could very well be the best option in their future, but during this pandemic...
- [Elderly Care: Why an Aging Parent Should Receive Eye Exams Regularly](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-elderly-care-why-an-aging-parent-should-receive-eye-exams-regularly/) - Elderly Care-One thing that can sometimes get overlooked or even ignored by elderly men and women are those regular eye care appointments. Some facilities...
- [Assisted Living for Elderly Care Can Be Beneficial Even for Independent Personalities](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-assisted-living-for-elderly-care-can-be-beneficial-even-for-independent-personalities/) - Elderly Care Smyrna GA-Rachel had always been a fiercely independent woman. Yet, for somebody in her 80's, as Rachel is now, that independent attitude is making it difficult for her to even consider assisted living for elderly care.
- [Comments can Change After Being at Assisted Living for Elderly Care](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-comments-can-change-after-being-at-assisted-living-for-elderly-care/) - Elderly Care-Mickey wasn’t keen on the idea of assisted living when his adult daughter brought up the topic. Now, let’s look at some of the comments Mickey...
- [Memory Care Units Decrease Hospital or Nursing Home Admissions](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-memory-care-units-decrease-hospital-or-nursing-home-admissions/) - Memory Care-If your loved one is a resident within an assisted living community, it could be beneficial to know more about their memory care community.
- [Elderly Care Benefits of Physician Services Available at Assisted Living Facilities](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-elderly-care-benefits-of-physician-services-available-at-assisted-living-facilities/) - Elderly Care-It’s important to understand what you might be getting when looking into a specific assisted living facility in the area. For those who...
- [Caregiver: Some Assisted Living Facilities Provide Respite Services](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-caregiver-some-assisted-living-facilities-provide-respite-services/) - Caregiver-There are some assisted living facilities that offer seniors and their family caregiver support networks respite from the daily struggles they face.
- [Elder Care: The Conversation of Where A Senior Lives Should Start Early](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-elder-care-the-conversation-of-where-a-senior-lives-should-start-early/) - Elder Care-Not every elderly person is going to choose assisted living for their future. As far as elder care options are concerned, assisted living sits...
- [How Elder Care Can Help Your Senior With Everyday Activities](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-how-elder-care-can-help-your-senior-with-everyday-activities/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-Elder care is a great option for seniors who want to stay at home or at our assisted living facility but are in need of assistance with everyday activities.
- [Why an Aging Parent May Refuse to Listen About Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-marietta-ga-why-an-aging-parent-may-refuse-to-listen-about-assisted-living/) - Assisted Living-There could be a number of reasons why an aging parent refuses to listen when you talk about assisted living. Let’s consider three...
- [Benefits of Creativity for Alzheimer’s at a Memory Care Facility](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-benefits-of-creativity-for-alzheimers-at-a-memory-care-facility/) - Memory Care-Creativity was often at the heart of these endeavors and for someone seeking mental stimulation, there are few things more beneficial...
- [Adjustment Time for Moving to Assisted Living Will Vary](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-adjustment-time-for-moving-to-assisted-living-will-vary/) - Elderly Care-For an elderly loved one who is moving into assisted living, they might not be looking forward to this as they had when they first moved ...
- [Recognizing the True Value of Memory Care](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-recognizing-the-true-value-of-memory-care/) - Memory Care Marietta GA-Memory care assisted living is ideal for aging Americans who are grappling with the long-term effects of memory loss.
- [Supporting Your Senior's Move to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-supporting-your-seniors-move-to-assisted-living/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-For those who aren’t quite sure what they can do for a loved on, here are a few supports you might be able to offer, depending on where you live, how close you are to the individual, and what they might require.
- [Three Ways to Stay Positive During a Transition to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-roswell-ga/) - Assisted Living Roswell GA-For an elderly person making the transition to assisted living, it can be a difficult one. There might be a number of reasons why this individual has difficulty staying positive about the upcoming move.
- [Planning to Move to Assisted Living? Keep This Checklist Handy](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-marietta-ga/) - Senior Care Marietta GA-There are several things that you should keep in mind that will make the move to assisted living go more smoothly. Here are a few tips, like a checklist, to keep handy.
- [Positive Conversations on COVID-19](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-smyrna-ga-positive-conversations-on-covid-19/) - Caregiver Smyrna GA-It has been Woodland Ridge’s experience that our caregivers and seniors, plus those who get vaccinated next will influence history.
- [You May Need More Than Coffee When Supporting an Aging Parent: You Might Need to Talk About Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-sandy-springs-ga/) - Elderly Care Sandy Springs GA-Assisted living can be a great option for you and your family, especially when you are feeling overwhelmed taking care of this aging individual.
- [Three Common Concerns Some People Have About Assisted Living and Why They Don’t Hold Up Against Scrutiny](https://woodlandridge.org/three-common-concerns-some-people-have-about-assisted-living-and-why-they-dont-hold-up-against-scrutiny/) - Senior Care Smyrna GA-Here are three of the most common concerns some people may have about assisted living that can cause them to either dismiss it for themselves or never bring it up to an elderly parent, grandparent, or other loved one.
- [Dad Won’t Get Out and Meet Anyone at Assisted Living: Is There Anything You Can Do to Help?](https://woodlandridge.org/dad-wont-get-out-and-meet-anyone-at-assisted-living-is-there-anything-you-can-do-to-help/) - Elderly Care Marietta GA-If your elderly father is not getting out of his room to meet others, explore the various options available (to him), it could lead to a greater sense of isolation and frustration.
- [Eating Right is Eating Well](https://woodlandridge.org/eating-right-is-eating-well/) - When it comes to maintaining your health, taking care of your nutrition is one of the top priorities. However, as people get older, they may require help to eat healthfully. Luckily, there are numerous options that you, your senior loved ones, or even a third party can do to help with this. Importance of Nutrition
- [Natural Ways to Boost Your Immune System](https://woodlandridge.org/natural-ways-to-boost-your-immune-system/) - Your immune system does a remarkable job of protecting your body from disease-causing microorganisms. Sometimes, though, a germ still finds its way into your body, and before you know it, you’re sick with a fever or a horrible cough. Woodland Ridge knows that staying healthy is essential for older adults, so we have compiled this
- [Woodland Ridge Assisted Living Spring Activities](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridge-assisted-living-spring-activities/) - The birds are chirping, the sun is shining, the breeze is warm, those are all beautiful effects of springtime. Getting out into the fresh air after being cooped inside all winter long is so rejuvenating for the soul, mind, and body. Spring is the perfect season to dust off your bike or clean out the
- [In Loving Memory of Cecile B. Jones](https://woodlandridge.org/loving-memory-cecile-b-jones/) - Cecile B. Jones became part of our Woodland Ridge family in the fall of 2010. We were blessed to have her share her life and her joy with us for 5 years. As her family marked the first anniversary of her passing in September, they chose to honor her memory in a special way. Catherine
- [Calvin Traylor - March 2017 Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/march-2017-employee-month-calvin-traylor/) - We're pleased to announce Calvin Traylor as our March Employee of the Month! Calvin has worked as a caregiver at Woodland Ridge for over 8 years, and he's one of our certified medication technicians. He says the best part of his job is "giving great care to the residents," and his efforts certainly get noticed.
- [The Woodland Ridge Foundation](https://woodlandridge.org/about-the-woodland-ridge-foundation/) - For many of our senior citizens, a lifetime of sacrifice and dedication to family, country, employers, community, and church have not been enough to guarantee they will be able to afford or get the care they need as they age. As a not-for-profit assisted living community, Woodland Ridge Assisted Living is contacted almost daily
- [Hands and Heart: The Power of Touch](https://woodlandridge.org/hands-and-heart-the-power-of-touch-is-the-connection-for-feeling-good/) - 2021 2021 2020 2020 2019 2019 Author Recent Posts superadmin Latest posts by superadmin (see all) Eating Right is Eating Well - March 15, 2019 Ginger – March Resident of the Month - March 1, 2019 Tracy Williams – March Employee of the Month - March 1, 2019
- [Steve Worrall on Alzheimer’s and Dementia Awareness Week (February 14th –21st)](https://woodlandridge.org/steve-worrall-on-alzheimers-and-dementia-awareness-week-february-14th-21st/) - About Great Oak Senior Care Author Recent Posts superadmin Latest posts by superadmin (see all) Eating Right is Eating Well - March 15, 2019 Ginger – March Resident of the Month - March 1, 2019 Tracy Williams – March Employee of the Month - March 1, 2019
- [How Am I Going to Pay for  Long Term Care?](https://woodlandridge.org/paying-for-long-term-care/) - Until you need it, most people still do not realize that, in the State of Georgia, Medicare, Medicaid nor Health insurance contribute anything to the cost of long term care. This often comes as a huge shock to seniors and their families when the time comes that it is desperately needed. The next logical
- [Woodland Ridge's March 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-march-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's March 2024 Event Calendars
- [Dementia Friendly Fulton – Milestone Proclamation](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-dementia-friendly-fulton-milestone-proclamation/) - Memory Care- On February 7th, members of the Dementia Friendly Fulton Coalition stood together declaring February 7th, 2024, Dementia Awareness Day.
- [Emotional Change in an Aging Parent When They Move to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-emotional-change-in-an-aging-parent-when-they-move-to-assisted-living/) - Senior Care- Here are a few reasons why assisted living is a great senior care option, but when you start to see the positive emotional changes in your aging parent, you will feel the relief you deserve.
- [Smart Strategies to Maximize Tax Benefits with Medical Deductions](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-smart-strategies-to-maximize-tax-benefits-with-medical-deductions/) - Elder Care- Navigating the world of taxes can be complex, especially when it involves significant medical or long-term care expenses.
- [Resident Spotlight - February 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-february-2024/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Homer Routh for February 2024. Here at Woodland Ridge, Mr. Homer enjoys the pet visits, bingo, scenic rides, and...
- [Woodland Ridge's February 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-february-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's February 2024 Event Calendars
- [German Engineered Hearing Aid Takes US by Storm](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-german-engineered-hearing-aid-takes-us-by-storm/) - Senior Care- A new hearing device is changing the game for seniors who, sadly, often wait too long to act on their difficulties with hearing.
- [What Happens in January, February and March if I’m on Medicare?](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-what-happens-in-january-february-and-march-if-im-on-medicare/) - Elderly Care- The Open Enrollment Period is for those on Advantage plans only. Medicare Advantage plan enrollees have a one-time opportunity from January 1...
- [Why the Cold This Year Opens Up an Avenue to Discussing Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-why-the-cold-this-year-opens-up-an-avenue-to-discussing-assisted-living/) - Elder Care- Instead of worrying about cold weather problems anymore, turn to assisted living for elder care and enjoy life, even when Mother Nature throws ...
- [Resident Spotlight - January 2024](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-january-2024/) - Elder Care- Our Resident Spotlight shines on Debbie Horton for January 2024. We’re so glad she decided to call Woodland Ridge her home for elder care.
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT November 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-employee-spotlight-november-2023/) - Caregiver-In our Employee Spotlight for November is Keisha McClish, CNA. We love Keisha’s caring attitude and the way she makes each resident feel like they...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT December 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-employee-spotlight-december-2023/) - Caregiver- In our Employee Spotlight for December are our 2 longest serving team members, Anna Williams and Paula Patterson, both Med Techs who each have...
- [Woodland Ridge's January 2024 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-january-2024-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's January 2024 Event Calendars
- [Essential Legal Planning for Dementia](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-essential-legal-planning-for-dementia/) - Memory Care- This guide aims to outline the key legal steps for families navigating dementia care, providing clarity and peace of mind during a challenging...
- [HOLIDAY HOME  C H E C K L I S T](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-holiday-home-c-h-e-c-k-l-i-s-t/) - Assisted Living- The holidays are a time when families come together. At CaraVita, we have been serving the Metro Atlanta community since 1998.
- [Resident Spotlight, December 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-december-2023/) - Elder Care- Our Resident Spotlight shines on Floris Dunn for the month of December. We’re so glad she decided to call Woodland Ridge her home.
- [Winter Safety](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-winter-safety/) - Senior Care-Lower temperatures can lead to significant health problems. This is particularly true for seniors. Consider these precautions to keep yourself ...
- [Woodland Ridge's December 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-december-2023-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's December 2023 Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT November 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-november-2023/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Myrtice Williams for the month of November. We’re so happy Ms. Myrtice decided to call Woodland Ridge her home!
- [Helping Your Loved One with Dementia Enjoy the Holiday Season](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-helping-your-loved-one-with-dementia-enjoy-the-holiday-season/) - Memory Care-When some of those family members include ones that have dementia it may be best to consider limiting the number of events that loved one ...
- [Woodland Ridge's November 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-november-2023-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's November 2023 Event Calendars
- [Should Seniors Wear Compression Socks?](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-should-seniors-wear-compression-socks/) - Caregiver-Here are a few tips that seniors should consider when choosing compression socks, which they can easily remember with the help of their caregiver...
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT October 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-october-2023/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Estalene Stillman for the month of October. We love Ms. Esta’s sweet personality, ready smile, and friendly ...
- [Woodland Ridge's October 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-october-2023-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's October 2023 Event Calendars
- [Navigating Healthcare Costs in Retirement](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-navigating-healthcare-costs-in-retirement/) - Elderly Care-With continuous changes in the healthcare sector, having the right knowledge of how healthcare can impact your financial planning strategies is...
- [Smells, Sleep, and Memory](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-smells-sleep-and-memory/) - Caregiver-Our sense of smell is directly connected to the memory circuits of our brain so when we come across certain smells it can trigger specific memories.
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT September 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-september-2023/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Anne Walker for September. At Woodland Ridge, Ms. Anne enjoys Bible Study, music, bingo, crafts, and cooking club.
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT August 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-august-2023/) - Elder Care-Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Peggy enjoys the music, pets, games, and parties. She has a smile for everyone. We’re so glad Ms. Peggy decided to ...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT September 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-september-2023/) - Assisted Living-In our Employee Spotlight for September is Michael Wood, our new Marketing Director. We look forward to getting to know Michael and are happy...
- [Woodland Ridge's September 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-september-2023-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's September 2023 Event Calendars
- [How Respite Care at Assisted Living is a Great Transition Time](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-how-respite-care-at-assisted-living-is-a-great-transition-time/) - Assisted Living-How can respite care at a quality assisted living facility help your loved one transition to this next chapter of life? Learn more about ...
- [Woodland Ridge's August 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-august-2023-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's August 2023 Event Calendars
- [Woodland Ridge's July 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-july-2023-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's July 2023 Event Calendars
- [Resident Spotlight – July 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-july-2023/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Hope Banks for July 2023. We enjoy her ready smile and she always has a pleasant word for everyone.
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – July 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-july-2023/) - Assisted Living-Our employee spotlight shines on Michelle Hawkins. She’s become our new Activity Director for our Memory Care neighborhood and is an integral..
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT June 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-june-2023/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Martha Turner for the month of June. We’re so happy Ms. Martha decided to call Woodland Ridge her new home.
- [Woodland Ridge's June 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-june-2023-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's June 2023 Event Calendars
- [Visiting Loved Ones with Dementia in a Community](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-visiting-loved-ones-with-dementia-in-a-community/) - Memory Care-When visiting with a loved one in a senior living or long-term care community, many types of feelings and emotions can arise. Here are some tips...
- [Geneva – August Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/geneva-august-resident-month/) - Meet our August Resident of the Month, Geneva! Originally from Alco, Louisiana, Geneva worked most of her life on her family farm. She remembers doing chores such as going out into the woods, collecting dogwood tree branches, and "sweeping the dirt yard”. Geneva loves fishing; she used to carry her fishing pole on the school
- [The Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-the-dementia-caregivers-support-group-3/) - Memory Care-Roswell United Methodist Church will be hosting an in-person Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group on Thursday, June 22nd at 10:00 a.m. in room 317.
- [Assisted Living Could Be the Answer to Overwhelming Technology for Elders](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-could-be-the-answer-to-overwhelming-technology-for-elders/) - Assisted Living-Even though there are many benefits technology brings for staying connected and improving quality of life and safety, some seniors will be ...
- [Resident Spotlight – May 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-may-2023/) - Elder Care-Our resident spotlight shines on Linda Leslie for the month of May. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Linda loves to play bingo and goes to the bingo...
- [Employee Spotlight – May 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-may-2023/) - Assisted Living-In our Employee Spotlight for May is Keilah Jackson, our receptionist. We admire Keilah’s work skills and her parenting skills. She always...
- [Woodland Ridge's May 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-may-2023-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's May 2023 Event Calendars
- [Linda - June Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/linda-resident-of-the-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge Resident of the Month for June is Linda! Ms. Linda grew up the oldest of four children in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, which has made her a lifelong Pittsburgh Steelers football fan. She has three younger brothers that she sometimes got into trouble with, so she was quite the troublemaker! She remembers her dad
- [DOES MEDICARE OFFER FREE GYM MEMBERSHIP?](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-does-medicare-offer-free-gym-membership/) - Caregiver-Keep those New Year’s resolutions and enjoy traveling because many Medicare Advantage plans and a few Medicare Supplement plans do offer free gym...
- [The Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-the-dementia-caregivers-support-group-2/) - Memory Care-Roswell United Methodist Church will be hosting an in-person Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group on Thursday, May 25th at 10:00 a.m ...
- [Woodland Ridge's April 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-april-2023-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's April 2023 Event Calendars
- [Resident Spotlight – April 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-april-2023/) - Elder Care-Our resident spotlight shines on Mr. Ilya Vekselman for April 2023. Here at Woodland Ridge Mr. Ilya enjoys the pets, music, and parties. He lights...
- [The Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group](https://woodlandridge.org/the-dementia-caregivers-support-group-2/) - Memory Care-Roswell United Methodist Church will be hosting an in-person Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group on Thursday, April 27th at 10:00 a.m ...
- [Communication Can Still Lift a Parent's Spirit](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-communication-can-still-lift-a-parents-spirit/) - Senior Care-The best senior care services come from professional, experienced individuals who know the best strategies to help aging seniors when you can't ...
- [Employee Spotlight – April 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-april-2023/) - Assisted Living-In our Employee Spotlight is Glenda Godfrey for April 2023. We’re so happy to have Glenda as part of our Woodland Ridge team.
- [April – Stress Awareness Month](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-april-stress-awareness-month/) - Elderly Care-Since 1992, April has been recognized as Stress Awareness Month. Williams Integracare Clinic offers a wonderful read on the negative effects ...
- [The Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-the-dementia-caregivers-support-group/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA-Roswell United Methodist Church will be hosting an in-person Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group on Thursday, February 23rd at 10:00 a.m...
- [Bear Mahon – New CEO and President of Oaks Senior Living](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-bear-mahon-new-ceo-and-president-of-oaks-senior-living/) - Senior Care-Our very own, Bear Mahon, was recently promoted to Chief Executive Officer and President for Oaks Senior Living. Congratulations, Bear! We are ...
- [Employee Spotlight of the Month – March 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-of-the-month-march-2023/) - Assisted Living-Our employee spotlight of the month for March is Maria Vargas. Maria puts her heart and soul into her work. It’s easy to see how much she ...
- [Woodland Ridge's March 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-march-2023-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's March 2023 Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT March 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-march-2023/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Gloria Dotson for March 2023. At Woodland Ridge, Ms. Gloria comes to nearly every activity, with her favorites...
- [10 Tips for Caregivers](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-10-tips-for-caregivers/) - Caregiver Smyrna GA-As we enter our 25th anniversary of caregiving services, we have composed a list of tips that we hope can help those on their caregiving journey.
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – February 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-february-2023/) - Elder Care-Our resident spotlight shines on Mr. Rudy and Mrs. Henrietta Penn for February. Since we rarely see one of the Penn’s without the other, we...
- [Employee Spotlight – February 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-february-2023/) - Assisted Living-In our Employee Spotlight for February is Todd Ellis, one of our cooks. Todd is always willing to go above and beyond for our residents!
- [How to Have a Helpful Visit](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-how-to-have-a-helpful-visit/) - Caregiver-I’d like to offer some ways that the caregiver and the friend or family member coming to visit can work together to allow time for everyone to do...
- [The Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group](https://woodlandridge.org/the-dementia-caregivers-support-group/) - Memory Care-Roswell United Methodist Church will be hosting an in-person Dementia Caregiver’s Support Group on Thursday, February 23rd at 10:00 a.m. in room...
- [Woodland Ridge's February 2023 Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-february-2023-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's February 2023 Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – January 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-resident-spotlight-january-2023/) - Elderly Care-Our resident spotlight shines on Sara Bounds for the month of January. At Woodland Ridge, Ms. Sara enjoys the music activities, pet visits...
- [Employee Spotlight – January 2023](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-employee-spotlight-january-2023/) - Assisted Living-Our employee spotlight shines on Felecia Coleman Wright. Felecia was selected to be our Wanda Braziel, Employee of the Year!
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT - December 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-resident-spotlight-december-2022/) - Elderly Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on two of our residents this month! Both Ms. Shirley McGahan and Ms. Inez Oliver were honored for Positive Aging ...
- [Winter Safety](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-winter-safety/) - Elder Care-Lower temperatures can lead to significant health problems. This is particularly true for seniors. Consider these precautions to keep yourself ...
- [Choose Adult Briefs and Pull-ups Wisely](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-choose-adult-briefs-and-pull-ups-wisely/) - Senior Care-People living with incontinence can reduce their risk of pressure sores, UTIs, and falls, subsequently reducing their risk of ending up in the ...
- [Woodland Ridge's December Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-december-event-calendars-3/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's December Event Calendars
- [New Hope, New Opportunities: Assisted Living Can Be Like a New Lease on Life](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-new-hope-new-opportunities-assisted-living-can-be-like-a-new-lease-on-life/) - Elderly Care-When it comes to an aging senior who might struggle with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), elderly care services are something loved ones ...
- [Things to Look for When Visiting a Senior Parent](https://woodlandridge.org/what-to-look-for-visiting-senior-parent/) - It can be difficult to tell how your senior parents are managing at home if you live at a distance from them. The holidays are the perfect time to reunite with family and friends, but it can also be the ideal time to check in on your parents and assess their home life. Woodland Ridge
- [June - August Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/june-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge's resident of the month for August is June. Ms. June is originally from Ashland, Kentucky and grew up the youngest of three children, having one older brother and one older sister. A memory from her youth is the time during the Great Depression that she asked for all the bananas she could eat
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT November 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-smyrna-ga-employee-spotlight-november-2022/) - Assisted Living-In our Employee Spotlight for November is Anna Williams, Med Tech. We’re so happy to have Anna continue to be such a dedicated member of our...
- [Woodland Ridge's November Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-november-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's November Event Calendars
- [November is National Family Caregivers Month!](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-november-is-national-family-caregivers-month/) - Caregiver-For the month of November, we are proud to recognize that this month is National Family Caregivers Month. Your role in the care of your loved...
- [Medicare – Annual Enrollment 2023 is Here!](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-medicare-annual-enrollment-2023-is-here/) - Elder Care-Each year annual enrollment is October 15 to December 7. Call your broker early in the AEP season. There are 60 million Medicare enrollees...
- [A Few Fun INDOOR Activities to Enjoy at Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-a-few-fun-indoor-activities-to-enjoy-at-assisted-living/) - Elder Care-Let’s look at a few possible activities elderly men and women tend to enjoy and that you might look for in an assisted living community while you...
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – October 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-resident-spotlight-october-2022/) - Elderly Care-Our resident spotlight shines on Eric Johnson for October. We’re glad Eric choose to come to Woodland Ridge when he needed help. He’s got...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT – October 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-employee-spotlight-october-2022/) - Memory Care-In our Employee Spotlight for October is Paula Patterson, Memory Care Med Tech. Woodland Ridge is so fortunate to have Paula as part of our team.
- [Woodland Ridge's October Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-october-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's October Event Calendars
- [Resident Spotlight – September 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-september-2022/) - Elder Care-Our resident spotlight shines on Ms. Elizabeth “Libby” Igleheart for September 2022. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Libby loves the music activities...
- [Woodland Ridge's September Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-september-event-calendars-3/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's September Event Calendars
- [Woodland Ridge's August Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-august-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's August Event Calendars
- [Resident Spotlight, August 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-resident-spotlight-august-2022/) - Elderly Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Peggy Crosswell for the month of August 2022. We are so glad Ms. Peggy chose to call Woodland Ridge her home.
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT July 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-july-2022/) - Senior Care-In our Employee Spotlight for July is Eason Mahon. We are so glad to have Eason on our team. He’s always willing to jump in and help wherever...
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – JULY 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-resident-spotlight-july-2022/) - Elderly Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Georgia Tierney for July 2022. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Georgia enjoys the music, pets, and parties. We’re...
- [Woodland Ridge's July Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-july-event-calendars-3/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's July Event Calendars
- [Tips for Supporting a Loved One with Alzheimer's](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-tips-for-supporting-a-loved-one-with-alzheimers/) - Memory Care-Here are some tips for you and your loved one's memory care aides to support a loved one who has Alzheimer’s disease. Learn more about the disease.
- [Woodland Ridge's June Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-june-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's June Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – JUNE 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-june-2022/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Mary Em Hobbs for June 2022. We’re so fortunate that Ms. Mary Em joined our family at Woodland Ridge. We love...
- [Woodland Ridge's May Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-may-event-calendars-3/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's May Event Calendars
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT June 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-june-2022/) - Senior Care-In our Employee Spotlight for June is Kenny Jackson, Dietary Director. We’re so glad Kenny decided to come to Woodland Ridge and share his../
- [Activities Seniors with Alzheimer’s Can Do That May Help Improve Memory](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-activities-seniors-with-alzheimers-can-do-that-may-help-improve-memory/) - Memory Care-Here are some activities that aging men and women can and should consider doing if they are struggling with memory as a result of aging, dementia...
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT May 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-may-2022/) - Senior Care-In our Employee Spotlight for May is Janet Osburn. Janet is originally from Mobile, Alabama. Janet came to Woodland Ridge in February as our new...
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT, May 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-may-2022/) - Elder Care-Our resident spotlight shines on David Lasher for May 2022. Dave was born in the town of Colonie, Albany County, New York. Here at Woodland Ridge...
- [Woodland Ridge's April Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-april-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's April Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT - APRIL 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-april-2022/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on our oldest resident, Ms. Anita Lorenzo Fernandez. Here Ms. Anita loves the music and you can tell she loves dancing!
- [Employee Spotlight, April 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-april-2022/) - Senior Care-In our Employee Spotlight this month is Reyonna Duncan. We love Reyonna’s great positive attitude and her willingness to jump in whenever...
- [Woodland Ridge's July Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-july-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's July Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT – MARCH 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-march-2022/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Brenda Cotton for March 2022. Ms. Here at Woodland Ridge, it’s no surprise that Ms. Brenda loves reading to...
- [Resident Spotlight – February 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-february-2022/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Nancy Merrill for February 2022. At Woodland Ridge, Ms. Nancy loves the music activities and always has a...
- [Woodland Ridge's February Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-february-event-calendars-2/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's February Event Calendars
- [Employee Spotlight, March 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-march-2022/) - Senior Care-In our Employee Spotlight for March is Karren Scott. Karren came to Woodland Ridge in June of 2021. She says, “I like Woodland Ridge because of...
- [Woodland Ridge's March Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-march-event-calendars-3/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's March Event Calendars
- [Jean - April Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/jean-april-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge's April Resident of the Month is Jean! Ms. Jean was born in Newnan, Georgia. When her mother died, Jean was only three years old and came to live with her Grandmother in Atlanta. She says she was protected and well cared for by her Grandmom, who made sure Jean went to a private
- [Winifred - April Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/winifred-april-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge is highlighting Winifred, our April Resident of the Month! Winifred, more fondly known as “Boozie,” is our April resident of the month. Ms. Boozie was born in Norfolk, Virginia but came to Saint Simon’s Island at age two when her father became the first club pro at the golf club. Her father also
- [Oscar Galvez - Woodland Ridge 2019 Employee of the Year](https://woodlandridge.org/oscar-galvez-employee-year/) - Each year we take the time to recognize one employee who truly represents the heart behind our mission at Woodland Ridge. This year, we are excited to announce that our 2019 Employee of the Year is Oscar Galvez, our dedicated and hard-working Director of Maintenance. Oscar was awarded the Employee of the Month this past April
- [Managing Resistance in Care](https://woodlandridge.org/managing-resistance-in-care_smyrna/) - It can be a real challenge to care for a senior who is resistant to the very support you are offering. How do you help someone who doesn’t want it? There are, however, a few simple tricks that can help break down the walls of resistance: Get to the Cause For some seniors, acceptance
- [Oscar Galvez - April Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/oscar-galvez-april-employee-of-the-month/) - Oscar Galvez is our April Employee of the Month, and our Woodland Ridge team would like to congratulate him for being a fantastic employee! Oscar is originally from Zacapa, Guatemala where he was born and raised in a family with three sisters and one brother. Oscar went to college and became a physical education teacher
- [To 90 and Beyond! The Importance of Lifestyle in Reducing Dementia Risk](https://woodlandridge.org/to-90-and-beyond-the-importance-of-lifestyle-in-reducing-dementia-risk/) - Dementia. Alzheimer’s disease. Cognitive decline. Scary realities our society is struggling with today, both as caregivers and in the scientific and medical communities. Since lifespans are on the rise, so are the incurable diseases associated with aging. One recent study suggested 13.9% of individuals 71 years and older suffer from some form of dementia.
- [It Can Happen in Any Town, USA](https://woodlandridge.org/it-can-happen-here/) - What first pops into your mind when you hear the term “elder abuse”? If you’re like many people, you may be confused when you hear that phrase. Many people don’t want to think of older love ones as vulnerable targets for abuse, and most people don’t understand the scope of abuses that can—and do—occur. Last
- [Elder Care & Six Facts For Hepatitis Awareness Week](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-elder-care-six-facts-for-hepatitis-awareness-week/) - Elder Care-Hepatitis Awareness Week falls during the week of July 28th. There are three main types of hepatitis in the U.S., and each one has symptoms that...
- [The Value of a Senior Living Community](https://woodlandridge.org/the-value-of-a-senior-living-community/) - Today, many senior living communities are tailoring communities to offer a variety of resort-style amenities including common spaces that appeal to the senior demographic. With this change in the industry, it has become increasingly important for those seeking to provide a place for a parent or seeking to help out an elderly loved one to
- [Four Ideas for Solving Hydration Problems for Your Senior](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-marietta-ga-four-ideas-for-solving-hydration-problems-for-your-senior/) - Elder Care-When your elderly family member doesn’t drink enough water, or even enough fluids at all, that can cause serious health problems for her.
- [Seniors Build a Barrier to the Topic of Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-seniors-build-a-barrier-to-the-topic-of-assisted-living/) - Assisted Living-When people age and begin facing chronic health issues, injuries that lead to physical infirmities or limitations, or other factors, the...
- [Changes in Quarantine Measures on Admission to Long Term Care Communities](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-changes-in-quarantine-measures-on-admission-to-long-term-care-communities/) - Assisted Living-New guidelines in Administrative order by Georgia Public Health on April 4, 2021 help reopen more long-term care communities and ...
- [Our Employee Spotlight, May 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-our-employee-spotlight-may-2021/) - Senior Care-We love having Naesha as part of our team for her caring approach, sweet smile (even though it is hidden behind that sequined mask) ...
- [Woodland Ridge's May Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-may-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's May Event Calendars
- [Rotary Service Above Self Award Winner- Amy Brannen](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-rotary-service-above-self-award-winner-amy-brannen/) - Elderly Care-Amy Brannen, Administrator of Woodland Ridge Senior Living and VP of Administration for the Management organization CaraVita, was awarded...
- [Employee Spotlight, June 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-june-2021/) - Senior Care Smyrna GA-In our employee spotlight for June is Alicia Schuster. Her mother was Woodland Ridge’s beautician and brought on Alicia in 2008. By 2010, Alicia became our full-time beautician on her own.
- [Turn a 'No" to a 'Yes' About Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-turn-a-no-to-a-yes-about-assisted-living/) - Assisted Living Marietta GA-As people struggle with age, health, and other factors, they often become more open to certain ideas, like assisted living, that once had been shot down without a second thought.
- [Out in Our Community!](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-out-in-our-community/) - Caregiver-We made a trip to Sweetwater Creek State Park. It was our first chance to go out since 2019. We had a wonderful picnic lunch of fried chicken...
- [October 2021 Employee Spotlight](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-october-2021-employee-spotlight/) - Senior Care-In our Employee spotlight for October is Josiane Essoh. When talking about Woodland Ridge Josiane says, “The management here...
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT FOR OCTOBER 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-for-october-2021/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Nell Mardell for the month of October. Here at Woodland Ridge Ms. Nell enjoys the parties, the pet visits and holiday activities.
- [Woodland Ridge's October Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-october-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's October Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT December, 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-december-2021/) - Elder Care-Our spotlight shines on Rita Manatrizio for December! We’re so happy that Ms. Rita has chosen to call Woodland Ridge her home. Her sunny...
- [Senior Care for Vision Loss and One’s Ability to Care for Oneself](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-senior-care-for-vision-loss-and-ones-ability-to-care-for-oneself/) - Senior Care-Assisted living is one of the best, not just for people who have vision related challenges or vision loss, but even those aging seniors who...
- [Employee Spotlight for September 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-for-september-2021/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Yvonne Zachary for the month of September. At Woodland Ridge, Ms. Yvonne is involved with many activities, from...
- [Resident Spotlight for September 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-for-september-2021/) - Elder Care-Our Resident Spotlight shines on Yvonne Zachary for the month of September. At Woodland Ridge, Ms. Yvonne is involved with many activities, from...
- [Woodland Ridge Visitation](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-woodland-ridge-visitation/) - Assisted Living-Visitation in Georgia’s LTC communities (Assisted Living in our case) is based on 2 main criteria per the Georgia Department of Public Health.
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT 11-21](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-11-21/) - Senior Care-In our employee spotlight for November is Latanya Ellington. While Latanya has worked with us for only 6 months, she has quickly become a...
- [Woodland Ridge's November Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-november-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's November Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT November 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-november-2021/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-Our resident spotlight shines on Betsy Frater for the month of November. Here at Woodland Ridge, Ms. Betsy loves the musical activities and joining in conversation with others.
- [Woodland Ridge's September Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-september-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's September Event Calendars
- [Visitation Phase Change Per Latest DPH AO Guidance 10/6/21](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-visitation-phase-change-per-latest-dph-ao-guidance-10-6-21/) - Caregiver-Many of you have had questions about why we have recently returned to phase red protocols even though it seems that our positivity rates were...
- [Wanda Braziel Award Winner – December 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-wanda-braziel-award-winner-december-2021/) - Senior Care-This’s year’s winner of the Wanda Braziel award for outstanding service to Woodland Ridge goes to Juana Sanchez Martinez. Juana is our...
- [At Woodland We Love to Laugh!!!](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-at-woodland-we-love-to-laugh/) - Elderly Care Smyrna GA-It is true: laughter is strong medicine. At Woodland it draws us together in ways that trigger healthy physical and emotional changes in the body.
- [Expertise.com Award to Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-expertise-com-award-to-woodland-ridge/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-Expretise.com reviewed 42 Assisted Living communities in Georgia and picked the top 13. You can go to their website for the criteria used to make their choices. Woodland Ridge is one of the top 13 communities in Georgia!
- [Woodland Ridge's December Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-december-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's December Event Calendars
- [Holiday Thank You Letter](https://woodlandridge.org/caregiver-holiday-thank-you-letter/) - Caregiver Smyrna GA-Dear Families and Friends, During this Holiday Season, I want to thank all of you for entrusting the care of your loved ones to us this past year.
- [Preventing Phishing Scams That Target Seniors](https://woodlandridge.org/preventing-phishing-scams-that-target-seniors/) - In today’s society, financial scams and fraudulent transactions are becoming increasingly more common. Scammers are evolving methods, becoming more aware online, disguising themselves as legitimate businesses, and targeting seniors that are unaware of the dangers of phishing. Many seniors aren’t aware of these popular internet scams that take advantage of thousands of people. Helping a
- [Ruby - May Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/ruby-may-resident-of-the-month/) - Our May Resident of the Month is Ruby. We're happy that she had the time to share her story with Woodland Ridge so other residents can learn more about her life! Ms. Ruby is from Greenville, South Carolina, where she lived most of her life. She came to Georgia to be closer to her daughter,
- [Nkem Stokes - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/nkem-employee-of-the-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge Employee of the Month for June is Nkem Stokes! Nkem is originally from Nigeria and grew up in a large family with nine children. Her mother was a teacher, and her father was a manager for a British company. She and her twin brother are the youngest of the bunch. Nkem says
- [Bill - July Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/bill-july-resident-of-the-month/) - William “Bill” is Woodland Ridge’s resident of the month! Mr. Bill is from Atlanta and grew up in a family with one brother who is four years older than him. Bill fondly remembers their family dog, a dachshund named Baron. He went to North Side High School and then to Emory University where he got
- [Martha Mesa - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/martha-mesa-employee-of-the-month/) - The Woodland Ridge Employee of the month for July is Martha Mesa! Martha is from Demorest, Georgia, and is the youngest of five girls. She played trumpet in the band in school and was very involved in their church. At age 17 she went to North Georgia Tech and has a diploma in business. After
- [Senior Transportation Options & Tips](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-transportation-options-tips/) - As you get older, you may no longer have access to a car or it may feel more challenging to travel. However, there are plenty of senior transportation options available to get you where you need to go. Woodland Ridge Assisted Living understands the importance of senior transportation and how it can affect your feeling
- [Marva Clarke - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/marva-clarke-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge’s employee of the month for August is Marva Clarke! Marva is originally from Jamaica and grew up the youngest of 10 kids from her mother. Her father had children from a previous marriage so that there were 21 children in total. She remembers her brothers tricking her into getting her to stop sucking
- [Maryland - September Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/maryland-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge’s resident of the month for September is Maryland! Ms. Maryland’s parents were living in Shreveport, Louisiana when she was born and they were missing their homes in Maryland and Virginia, so they named their daughter Maryland Virginia. Ms. Maryland carried on this tradition naming her oldest daughter Maryland and naming their younger daughter
- [Chequell Akers - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/chequell-akers-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge’s employee of the month for September is Chequell Akers! Chequell is originally from the Bahamas and moved to the United States in 1998, living in Clinton, Iowa for the first four years before moving to the Atlanta area. She says she’s been here so long she’s practically a true Southerner! Chequell grew
- [Ruth – October Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/ruth-resident-of-the-month/) - Ruth is Woodland Ridge's October Resident of the Month! Ms. Ruth is originally from Moultrie, Georgia and was the second in line of three girls and two boys in her family. Her mother was a teacher and also an excellent cook. So good that after WWII she stopped teaching and did catering! Ms. Ruth’s dad
- [Christine – November Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/christine-november-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge’s resident of the month is Christine!Ms. Christine is originally from Chatham, New Jersey where she grew up in a family with one sister, Phyllis. Christine said her father was an electrical engineer for Western Union, but as a hobby loved to build things like bookcases and their fireplace. They always had a pet
- [Richard Garrett - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/richard-garrett-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge’s employee of the month for November is our Dining Director, Richard Garrett. Richard is from Talladega, Alabama growing up just 2 blocks from the speedway racetrack. He says his mother helped her younger siblings so that there were 7 of them in the household when he was growing up. Richard’s mother worked in
- [Elizabeth - December Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/elizabeth-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge's Resident of the Month for December is Elizabeth. Ms. Elizabeth grew up in Youngstown, Ohio, and was the middle child of three sisters. Her family lived across the street from an apple orchard, and they played in the orchard and rode the bicycle they shared. Other happy memories include playing in the snow
- [Carl McClellan - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/carl-mcclellan-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge's Employee of the Month for January 2020 is Carl McClellan. Carl is originally from St. Louis, Missouri. Carl's parents divorced, but he remained close with both parents, admiring his Mother for raising him as a single parent and proud of his hardworking Father. He remembers walking home from school, and since he liked
- [Jean - February Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/jean-february-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge’s Resident of the Month for February 2020 is Jean! Ms. Jean was born in Ashville, North Carolina, but her family moved to Erwin, Tennessee, where she remembers growing up with her two sisters. Jean is the youngest of the three and says she especially remembers playing with her next oldest sister, JoAnn. After college,
- [Nadine Mfegue - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/nadine-mfegue-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge‘s Employee of the Month for February 2020 is Nadine Mfegue. Nadine is from Cameroon and grew up in a family as the oldest of seven. Nadine has five brothers and two sisters. She remembers, as the oldest, having to care for her siblings, saying this caused her to grow up faster. Her mother
- [Terry - March Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/terry-march-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge's March resident of the month is Terry. Terry was born in Greenville, Tennessee. She and her younger brother were military brats, so they lived in numerous places. They were in Wilksbury, Pennsylvania for the blizzard of 1976/1977, in Toledo, Ohio and eventually in Puerto Rico where they went through hurricane Hugo, but luckily
- [Michelle Hawkins - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/michelle-hawkins-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge's March employee of the month is Michelle Hawkins. Michelle is originally from Richmond, Virginia. She’s the baby of the family and has 2 brothers and 2 sisters that she remembers playing games with as kids. They even turned their chores into games, writing the chores on pieces of paper and then drawing to
- [Woodland Ridge's Executive Director Addresses Coronavirus Concerns](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-executive-director-addresses-coronavirus-concerns/) - Dear Resident and/or Family Members: As many of you may know, the recent spread of the coronavirus around the world is justifying significant concern among the public and health professionals. Our commitment never wavers when it comes to the health and safety of our residents, and we are actively monitoring any developments of the new
- [Talking with Children About Alzheimer’s Disease](https://woodlandridge.org/talking-with-children-about-alzheimers-disease/) - At Woodland Ridge, we know the impact an Alzheimer’s diagnosis can have on family, friends, and loved ones. While an adult may understand what it means for their loved one and their relationship, children often do not. Discussing Alzheimer’s disease with children can be a unique obstacle. Our community in Smyrna, Georgia, understands that having
- [Resident Spotlight, January 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-january-2022/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-In our Resident Spotlight this month is Ms. Beverly Keith. We love having Ms. Beverly as part of our Woodland Ridge family. Her smile...
- [At Assisted Living, What a Day Might be Like](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-at-assisted-living-what-a-day-might-be-like/) - Assisted Living-While assisted living may very well be one of the best elder care options an aging senior can consider, it isn’t for everyone. However...
- [Woodland Ridge’s New Visitation Guidelines](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-woodland-ridges-new-visitation-guidelines/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-The new guidelines from the Governor and DPH have allowed for greater indoor visitations with personal contact.
- [Naomi - October Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/naomi-october-resident-of-the-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge resident for the month of October is Ms. Naomi! Ms. Naomi is originally from Acworth, Georgia, and grew up in a family with two younger brothers. She was always very involved in church: singing in the choir, participating in the ladies’ ministries, daycare, and volunteering. In her later years, she worked
- [Woodland Ridge's April Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-april-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's April Event Calendars
- [Woodland Ridge's June Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-june-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's June Event Calendars
- [June Employees of the Month - Going Beyond During COVID-19](https://woodlandridge.org/june-employees-of-the-month-going-beyond-during-covid-19/) - Woodland Ridge has decided to recognize five employees who went above and beyond during the COVID-19 pandemic as our June Employees of the Month! We’re honoring Richard Garrett and Juan Venegas from dietary, Juana Sanchez from housekeeping, and Loveline Ebat and Victor Bouka from nursing. Richard and Juan kept our kitchen running for weeks
- [Gloria - June Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/gloria-june-resident-of-the-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge resident of the month is Gloria! Ms. Gloria was born in Birmingham, Alabama on December 21, 1940. She is the younger sister of two protective older brothers who are eight and ten years older than her. Gloria in 1943 in Birmingham When Gloria was young, her family moved to Marietta, Georgia
- [Senior Home Care and Safety Maintenance](https://woodlandridge.org/maintenance-senior-home-care/) - A significant amount of attention and care goes into maintaining a house. You have to keep it clean, safe, and a place one would love to call home. If your older parents own a home, it may come to the point of a unique need – senior home care. Ensuring Mom or Dad are in
- [Perpetua “Pet” Nnorom – Woodland Ridge 2018 Employee of the Year](https://woodlandridge.org/perpetua-nnorom-employee-year/) - Woodland Ridge is so excited to announce that Perpetua “Pet” Nnorom is our 2018 Employee of the Year! Click here to read her full spotlight! We are so thankful to have Perpetua as part of our Woodland Ridge family! Hear what our team thinks... Amy Brannen, Executive Director says: “Perpetua has a heart of gold that she
- [Gloria - November Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/gloria-november-resident-month/) - We are excited to announce that our Resident of the Month for November is Gloria! Gloria is from Atlanta, Georgia, but spent much of her youth in Chicago, Illinois. From ages 6 to 19, Gloria was a dancer and even ran her own dance studio for classical ballet. During this time, she choreographed a children’s
- [Perpetua “Pet” Nnorom – September Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/perpetua-nnorom-september-employee/) - The September Employee Spotlight at Woodland Ridge is Perpetua “Pet” Nnorom. Perpetua has always had a skill for caring for others, being the oldest of nine children. She is originally from Nigeria where she went to college at Abia State University in Uturu. There she studied Government and Public Administration. While she was in college, Perpetua
- [Elizabeth – September Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/elizabeth-september-reisdent-month/) - Woodland Ridge is excited to showcase Elizabeth, our September Resident of the Month! Elizabeth was born in the Philippines and was an only child. She graduated from the University of Manilla with a Business degree, and in her early 20's became the lead singer in a musical band! Elizabeth married a military man, and together,
- [Juana Sanchez – August Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/juana-sanchez-august-employee-month/) - We’d like to introduce you to our August Employee of the Month, Juana Sanchez! Originally from Guanajuato, Mexico Juana moved to the United States with her whole family when she was just 14-years-old. Her family initially moved to Houston first, but quickly moved to Atlanta, claiming Houston was too hot. One of Juana’s top highlights
- [Virginia – July Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/virginia-july-resident-month/) - We love to acknowledge our residents and we’re excited to announce that the Woodland Ridge July Resident of the Month is Virginia! Born and raised in Uniontown, Pennsylvania with two brothers and one sister, she learned to love baseball because her brothers took her to the games – truly a family bonding experience. After attending
- [Aline – June Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/aline-june-resident-month/) - Aline is our June Resident of the Month here at Woodland Ridge! Born and raised in Lindale, Georgia (which is located near Rome, GA). Aline was a paraprofessional educator for 25 years at Johnson Elementary in Rome. She was married for 45 years; her husband worked at the local paper mill. Aline has two children
- [Gay B. - March Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/gay-b-march-resident-month/) - We have a resident in our memory care neighborhood that exudes a peacefulness and offers a sweet smile that greets you every time you walk by her. She has been with Woodland Ridge for over three years now, and it is high time that we showcased Gay B. as our Resident of the Month! Gay
- [Regenia Arnold - March Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/regenia-arnold/) - Woodland Ridge is proud to announce Regenia Arnold as our March Employee of the Month! Regenia Arnold, a native of Chicago, Illinois, went to Simeon Vocational High School in the Chatham area on the south side of Chicago where she studied Marketing and Data Entry. Regenia's ‘can-do’ attitude and willingness to do the hard work
- [Charlotte - December Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/charlotte-december-resident-month/) - Charlotte has a very interesting background and also does a mean hula dance both which qualifies her to be Woodland Ridge's Resident of Month for December! Charlotte was born in New Jersey (or Jersey as she fondly calls it) and also spent a year in Paris, France when she was six years old. From her
- [Oscar Galvez - December Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/oscar-galvez-december-employee-month/) - It’s quite a long way to go from a P.E. Teacher in Guatemala to a Maintenance Director in Smyrna, Georgia but we are happy that Oscar Galvez, our Maintenance Director, found his way to Woodland Ridge! We are happy to honor him with our Employee of the Month Award. One of the things that stands
- [Three Ways Assisted Living Differs from a Skilled Nursing Facility](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-differs-skilled-nursing-facility/) - We live in a world of opportunity, where there are many options all around us. Want to order something online? Hop on Amazon which offers well over 1 million items and has it delivered by drones right to your doorstep. While convenience like this and multiple options can be wonderful at times, there can also
- [Elizabeth - February Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/elizabeth-kelly/) - Just north of Knoxville, Tennessee is the small town of Mascot. This mill town was formed in the early 1900’s due to the discovery of a vein of zinc and limestone that ran through it. The American Zinc Company started soon after, and they subsequently created housing, a park, tennis courts, a drug store and
- [Ray and Carolyn - November Residents of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/ray-carolyn-residents-of-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge November Residents of the Month are Ray and Carolyn! Ray hails from the rural community of Lynd, MN, where he helped his family on the farm, learned to swim in a gravel pit and was voted “Best Looking Boy” at his high school. He also lettered in Basketball, Football, and Track. Ray’s
- [Learn to Identify the Early Stages of Dementia and Alzheimer’s](https://woodlandridge.org/identify-early-stages-alzheimers/) - November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness, which was started by President Ronald Reagan in 1983. At the time, there were fewer than 2 million Americans living with the disease, now that number has soared to 5.4 million. Words like dementia and Alzheimer’s can be overwhelming and stressful when thinking about how they could affect the
- [Kathryn Trice - November Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/kathryn-trice-november-employee-of-month/) - Woodland Ridge is very lucky to have the energetic and talented, Kathryn Trice, as the Activity Director for assisted living. On any given day, Kathryn may be running to the store to buy the ingredients for root beer floats for cooking class, playing the harp (she is a professional harpist), or walking her dog, Bailey,
- [How to Deal with Difficult Behaviors Associated with Alzheimer's and Dementia](https://woodlandridge.org/deal-difficult-behaviors-associated-alzheimers-dementia/) - Caring for a loved one who is living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia can be a difficult and challenging emotional journey. Often times these diseases can cause a person to exhibit challenging behavior including verbal and physical outbursts or inappropriate habits. These behaviors can be uncomfortable and embarrassing for you and even harmful
- [A Beginner's Guide to Memory Care](https://woodlandridge.org/beginners-guide-memory-care/) - Memory care communities are designed for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia but do not require the intense skilled care of a nursing home. Traditionally, as someone progressed through the stages of the illness, if they could not live at home, their only option was to move into a nursing home.
- [Dorothy - April 2017 Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-dorothy-kot/) - Dorothy Kot at Age 16 You won’t have to ask twice! Dorothy will tell you in a heartbeat that she’s a VIP! We certainly think she qualifies as a VIP as well and wanted to spotlight Dorothy’s story in our first Woodland Ridge resident spotlight series. When you meet Dorothy, she’ll quickly tell you not
- [Miriam - April 2017 Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/miriam-lloyd/) - Flying high at 95! That pretty much describes Woodland Ridge Assisted Living resident Miriam Lloyd. She’s had a life filled with adventures – from joining the United States Navy during World War II to working in Washington, D.C., to recently being a part of the Honor Air trip for war-time veterans to visit the war
- [A Guide to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/guide-to-assisted-living/) - Having to choose the right care option for a family member or friend can be a rather challenging decision to make. There are a lot of different senior living options that can blend together. Maybe your family member needs help but does not require 24-hour care, which they would receive at a nursing home.
- [Dondreia McCraw - February 2017 Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-month-february-2017/) - Congratulations to Dondreia McCraw, our February 2017 Employee of the Month! Dondreia has been a caregiver in our Friends for Life memory care neighborhood for 2 years. She says she's always loved taking care of people, so becoming a caregiver was a way to make a career doing what she loves. Dondreia especially enjoys doing
- [Celebrating "Old Age"](https://woodlandridge.org/celebrating-old-age/) - What, exactly, does “old age” mean? Well, chronologically, of course, it’s celebrating lots and lots of birthdays. Socially, physically, mentally, and emotionally, the term “old age” can have many different meanings. Traditionally, we've viewed old age as a time of limitations, but we’re seeing more and more people who are challenging the traditional notions of
- [Old-Fashioned Romance](https://woodlandridge.org/old-fashioned-romance/) - In this age of online dating and electronic connections, it may be hard for some to imagine an old-fashioned romance. How did people meet and fall in love before cupid’s arrow was launched from the worldwide web? Grandma and grandpa most certainly met offline, and they sure do have some great stories! We asked residents
- [New Year's Resolutions from Woodland Ridge and Winnie the Pooh Too!](https://woodlandridge.org/new-years-resolutions-woodland-ridge-winnie-pooh/) - It’s time for New Year’s resolutions once again! Starting a new year reminds us that we can start new activities, re-focus our energies on new goals, and develop a brand new attitude for the coming year. It’s common at this time of the year, in particular, to focus on New Year’s resolutions to improve our
- [November 2016 Employees of the Month: Dietary Department](https://woodlandridge.org/november-employees-month/) - If you attended our Thanksgiving dinner in November, you'll understand why our dietary team have been named Employees of the Month for November. Chef Debra Vaughn and her assistants Jesse Harden and Tamica Gordon and staff members Liyah Vaughn and Alexandria Mendoza worked many hours to provide a delicious feast for our residents and families.
- [Jennifer Bernard - December 2016 Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/december-2016-employee-month-jennifer-bernard/) - Congratulations to Jennifer Bernard, our December Employee of the Month! Jennifer has been with Woodland Ridge for a little over two years as our administrative assistant. Jennifer, originally from New Orleans, moved to the Atlanta area a few years ago. She says she loves her job and enjoys the team spirit among her co-workers. Jennifer
- [Jesse Harden - October 2016 Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/october-2016-employee-month-jesse-harden/) - For the second time this year, Jesse Harden's colleagues have named him employee of the month! You don't have to look too hard to discover why Jesse is loved so much by everyone at Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care. Jesse has worked with the community in the dietary department for almost 16 years,
- [2016 Wanda Braziel Award Winner: Jesse Harden](https://woodlandridge.org/2016-wanda-braziel-award-winner-jesse-harden/) - Each year, Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care awards one special staff member with the Wanda Braziel Award. We are pleased this year to name Jesse Harden as our 2016 Wanda Braziel Award recipient and Employee of the Year! Over the course of 2016, Jesse was named employee of the month twice on an
- [Adline Ani - February Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/adline-ani-february-employee-of-the-month/) - Congratulations to Woodland Ridge's February Employee of the Month, Adline Ani! Adeline is originally from Nigeria and came to the United States in 2012. She is from a large family, having two brothers and four sisters. Adline said when she was young, she loved to stay around her grandmother. She would stay with her and
- [Anna Williams - January Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/anna-williams-january-employee-of-the-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge Employee of the Month is Anna Williams! Anna has worked at Woodland Ridge for 16 years, nearly the entire time she’s been in Atlanta. She moved here from Broxton, Georgia and worked at Emory Adventist Hospital before coming to Woodland Ridge. Previously, Anna also worked in a processing plant for Campbell’s Soup.
- [Ice Cream Dream](https://woodlandridge.org/ice-cream-dream/) - At Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care, we’re all about having fun and enjoying the best quality of life possible. We even get to help make some of our residents’ dreams come true! Our resident Victor Earle told us he’d like to sell ice cream from an ice cream truck again. For more than
- [September 2016 Employees of the Month: It's a Team Win!](https://woodlandridge.org/september-2016-employees-month-team-win/) - Yep, you read that right. Employees. Plural. We've got several employees who earned the honor of Employee of the Month in September. We've got a very special crew! Those who were named Employees of the Month were Perpetua Nnorom, Turea Ingram, Anna Williams, Tracy Williams, Ann Marie Brown, Rachel Kates, Regenia Arnold, Calvin Traylor. These
- [Neil Conn - August 2016 Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/august-2016-employee-month-neil-conn/) - Introducing Neil Conn -- voted by his co-workers at Woodland Ridge Assisted Living & Memory Care as our August 2016 Employee of the Month! Neil works in maintenance at our community and has been with us for over five and a half years. Before joining Woodland Ridge, Neil worked with controlled access systems and worked
- [Shots for Your Health](https://woodlandridge.org/shots-for-your-health/) - When we start thinking about autumn leaves, tailgating, and trick-or-treat, it’s also time to think about annual adult vaccinations. Cold and flu season accompanies the cooler weather, and – as the old saying goes – an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. That ounce of prevention can be crucial to aging adults
- [Debra Vaughn- July 2016 Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/july-2016-employee-month-debra-vaughn/) - We are pleased to announce Debra Vaughn as Woodland Ridge’s July 2016 Employee of the Month! Debra has served as our dietary manager for a little over a year, and both the residents and the staff look forward every day to good food from the kitchen. It’s no wonder there’s always something tasty and nutritious
- [Volunteer Angels at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/angels-woodland-ridge/) - You might’ve seen some angels recently. Yep. Right here at Woodland Ridge! We love volunteers, and we recently had a group from UniPro Foodservice, Inc., who transformed some of our common areas from blah into bling! UniPro picks charitable projects each year as a way for their team to give back to the local community.
- [Virginia's Dream](https://woodlandridge.org/virginias-second-wind-dream/) - What’s your dream? Thanks to Second Wind Dreams, we have the opportunity to ask our residents that question . . . and then make some of those dreams come true! On May 18th, Woodland Ridge resident Virginia Holliday got a dream-come-true chance to return to school to lead a kindergarten class again. She had taught
- [Woodland Ridge Residents Give Their Advice to the Graduates](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridge-advice-graduates/) - You’ll see them everywhere this time of year—local and national celebrities speaking to graduating college and high school classes. Each commencement address comes with advice to the graduates. Often, though, the life experiences and opportunities of many celebrities are vastly different from what most graduates will encounter, so we wanted to get some advice from people
- [Vanessa Roberts - May 2016 Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/may-2016-employee-month/) - Join us in congratulating Vanessa Roberts as our May 2016 Employee of the Month! Vanessa’s colleagues nominated her for this award, and she was recognized at our monthly staff meeting in May. Executive Director Amy Brannen says, “Vanessa brightens our days with her great smile and bubbly personality.” She’s been caring for seniors for over
- [Honoring Our Veterans](https://woodlandridge.org/honoring-our-veterans/) - Roswell Rotary Club’s Honor Air trip recently gave us a wonderful way of honoring our veterans. Two Woodland Ridge residents, Mr. William Smith and Dr. Ray Swords, accompanied the group on a whirlwind tour of military memorials in Washington, D.C., including the World War II, Korean, and Vietnam memorials along with the Tomb of the Unknown
- [The Basics About Macular Degeneration](https://woodlandridge.org/eyes-basics-macular-degeneration/) - The eyes have it . . . unfortunately. We’re seeing more and more people with macular degeneration as the population ages, and the Macular Degeneration Foundation gives some alarming statistics about the disease. According to the foundation, a new case is diagnosed every three minutes in the United States. The older a person is, the
- [Aging Parents? Five Signs You Can Never Ignore](https://woodlandridge.org/aging_signs/) - You know your dad is getting older, and you understand that things in his life are changing as a result. Your dad was a strong man in his youth and has always been there for you. From the time you began walking to the time he walked you down the aisle, your dad has
- [Spring Cleaning for Seniors: 10 Things to Throw Away Now](https://woodlandridge.org/spring-cleaning-seniors-10-things-throw-away/) - Spring is in the air! If you’re like us, you’ve been loving the warmer weather and the budding trees and flowers. Along with the spring air come pollen and dust, though, which is probably how we got the phrase “spring cleaning”! Spring is the perfect time of the year to take stock of what we
- [Five Activities for Seniors with Alzheimers](https://woodlandridge.org/five_alzheimers_activities/) - Five Fun Activities for Seniors with Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Many family members that have developed Alzheimer’s Disease have difficulty remembering past events and recalling everyday activities. Yet, quality time with loved ones is important to both parents and children. Here are five interactive activities that are sure to spread smiles while helping your elderly
- [Employee Spotlight – January 2022](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-january-2022/) - Senior Care-Our employee spotlight shines on Felecia Coleman Wright. We love Felecia’s great attitude and it’s easy to see her love for our residents.
- [Woodland Ridge's January Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-woodland-ridges-january-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's January Event Calendars
- [How Senior Care at Assisted Living Can Improve One's Quality of Life](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-how-senior-care-at-assisted-living-can-improve-ones-quality-of-life/) - Senior Care-One thing many of us can often agree on is that quality of life truly does matter. Quality of life is still vital for seniors and senior care...
- [Woodland Ridge's August Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-august-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's August Event Calendars
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT,  AUGUST 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-august-2021/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-he Resident Spotlight shines on Virginia Mohamed for August. Ms. Virginia is originally from Baltimore, Maryland and is an only child.
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT, AUGUST 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-august-2021/) - Elderly Care Smyrna GA-We’re so happy that Tifany joined our Woodland Ridge family. She has a great attitude and is always happy to help others.
- [Woodland Ridge Residents Take AJC Front Page](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridge-residents-take-ajc-front-page/) - Senior Care Smyrna GA-Rita Manatrizio, Shirley McGahan and Joan Telotte are highlighted with Woodland Ridge staff in a recent AJC article explaining the impact of the pandemic on senior living.
- [Entertainment!](https://woodlandridge.org/entertainment/) - Elderly Care Smyrna GA-One of our favorite entertainers sang for us recently. Steve Sadowitz performed songs from the 50's and 60's. We were singing along and tapping our toes.
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT July 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-employee-spotlight-july-2021/) - Elderly Care Smyrna GA-In our employee spotlight this month is Margaret Enenmoh! Margaret is originally from Ohio and grew up in a family with 2 sisters and 2 brothers. She has 2 children, a son and a daughter, as well as 2 grandsons.
- [RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT June 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-june-2021/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-Our resident spotlight for June shines on Mr. Marvin Johns. We love having Mr. Marvin be a part of our Woodland Ridge family. He always has a friendly smile and an easy-going attitude.
- [UNPACKING COVID Series](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-unpacking-covid-series/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-Unpacking COVID is a series of sessions led by Dr. Kym, who is a Board Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree.
- [Our Resident Spotlight May 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-our-resident-spotlight-may-2021/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-We love having Ms. Mary as part of our Woodland Ridge family. She has the best sense of humor, that winning smile and a wonderful attitude.
- [Joy- the Faces of our Families and Residents Says it All](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-joy-the-faces-of-our-families-and-residents-says-it-all/) - Elderly Smyrna GA-We are open for visitation and so excited to see our families reunite. The ability for our residents to have indoor visitation with a lot less restrictions is heartwarming to the staff, residents and loved ones.
- [Employee Spotlight April 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-employee-spotlight-april-2021/) - Senior Care Smyrna GA-In our Employee Spotlight for April is Will Trice, our receptionist. Will is the first person everyone sees coming in and answers all those phone calls and questions. He also helps with any duties assigned by our managers and is adept at computer issues.
- [Resident Spotlight, April 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-resident-spotlight-april-2021/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-In our Resident Spotlight for April is Terry M. Ms. Terry was born in Greenville, Tennessee and has a younger brother, Tommy.
- [Resident Spotlight March 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elder-care-smyrna-ga-resident-spotlight-march-2021/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-Ms. Margaret was born November 25, 1930 in Bloomington Springs, Tennessee. She had 3 older brothers, 1 younger brother & sister.
- [Woodland Ridge's March Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-smyrna-ga-woodland-ridges-march-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's March Event Calendars
- [EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT - March 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/senior-care-smyrna-ga-employee-spotlight-march-2021/) - Senior Care Smyrna GA-In our employee spotlight for March is Danielle Avery our new Resident Services Director. Danielle grew up in Rock Island, Illinois in a family with 3 siblings.
- [Why Choose Assisted Living?](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-marietta-ga-why-choose-assisted-living/) - Assisted Living Marietta GA-For those who may have mild or limited physical needs, chronic health issues, and other factors, assisted living can be a wonderful alternative to living alone or relying on family and friends every once in a while to help around the house or apartment.
- [Woodland Ridge's February Event Calendars](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-february-event-calendars/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA-Woodland Ridge's February Event Calendars
- [Employee Spotlight February 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/employee-spotlight-february-2021/) - Senior Care Smyrna GA-In our employee spotlight this month is Robert Dixon, our marketing director. Robert is originally from Mexico, Missouri and also spent part of his growing up years in Illinois and Iowa.
- [Resident Spotlight February 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-spotlight-february-2021/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-In our resident spotlight for February is Ms. Mary. She was born and raised in Orlando, Florida and had 3 siblings.
- [We Celebrate at Woodland Ridge that we are able to #FightBack #VaccinationsSaveLives](https://woodlandridge.org/we-celebrate-at-woodland-ridge-that-we-are-able-to-fightback-vaccinationssavelives/) - Caregiver Smyrna GA-On January 2, 2021, Woodland Ridge residents, staff and healthcare partners were able to receive their first dose of the Moderna vaccine.
- [Staff Spotlight - January 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/staff-spotlight-january-2021/) - Caregiver Smyrna GA-In our staff spotlight for January is Juan Venegas, our Dietary Director. Juan is originally from Costa Rica where he grew up as an only child, helping out in his parents Cantina, even as a little boy. He says he grew up cooking!
- [Resident of the Month - January 2021](https://woodlandridge.org/elderly-care-smyrna-ga/) - Elderly Care Smyrna GA-In our resident spotlight for January is Shirley McGahan. Ms. Shirley was born in Cinncinnatti, Ohio in a family with 7 children, 6 girls with one little brother.
- [Woodland Ridge's January Event Calendar](https://woodlandridge.org/assisted-living-smyrna-ga-woodland-ridges-january-event-calendar/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-Woodland Ridge's January Event Calendar. Click HERE to View Our January Calendar
- [Woodland Ridge's January Memory Care Calendar](https://woodlandridge.org/memory-care-smyrna-ga-woodland-ridges-january-memory-care-calendar/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA-Woodland Ridge's January Memory Care Calendar. Click HERE to View Woodland Ridge's Memory Care Calendar
- [Resident of the Month – December 2020](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-of-the-month-december-2020/) - Elder Care Smyrna GA-Our resident of the month for December is Ms. Helen. She is originally from Midland, Texas growing up in a family with 2 brothers and 2 sisters.
- [Woodland Ridge's December Event Calendar](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-december-event-calendar/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's Assisted Living December Event Calendar
- [Woodland Ridge's December Memory Care Calendar](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridges-december-memory-care-calendar/) - Memory Care Smyrna GA - Woodland Ridge's December Memory Care Calendar
- [Employees of the Year 2020](https://woodlandridge.org/employees-of-the-year-2020/) - Caregiver Smyrna GA-Historically, we select our Employee of the Year in December. Since this has been an extraordinary year in so many ways, we felt compelled to name all of our employees as Employee of the Year. Each and everyone went above and beyond during the year.
- [A Family Caregiver Can Feel Lonely When a Loved One First Moves into Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/a-family-caregiver-can-feel-lonely-when-a-loved-one-first-moves-into-assisted-living/) - Caregiver Cumberland GA-The longer a person has been a family caregiver, the greater the likelihood you feel a sense of loss or even have trouble finding purpose again when your loved one has moved to an assisted living facility.
- [RESIDENT of the MONTH Nov. 2020](https://woodlandridge.org/resident-of-the-month-nov-2020/) - Assisted Living Smyrna GA-Our resident of the month for November is Ms. Beverly. Here at Woodland Ridge Ms. Beverly enjoys the music, pets and craft classes. We love having her sweet attitude and 1000 watt smile!
- [Taiwo “Tai” Adeyemi - October Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/taiwo-tai-adeyemi-october-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge is proud to announce our Employee of the Month for October— Taiwo “Tai” Adeyemi! Learn more about Tai and his story here. Tai is originally from Nigeria and is the youngest of four children, having three older sisters. He said he was a “troublesome” boy growing up who liked to ride bicycles
- [Immaculata “Imma” Umeh - September Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/immaculata-imma-umeh-september-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge is proud to announce our September Employee of the Month, Immaculata Umeh, or as we call her—“Imma”! Imma is originally from Nigeria where she grew up in a large family with two brothers and six sisters. Imma remembers that as a young girl, she liked to wash clothes and play hide and
- [Margaret - September Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/margaret-september-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge is excited to announce our September Resident of the Month—Margaret! Ms. Margaret is originally from Ellabell, Georgia, which is located in Bryan County, about 23 miles west of Savannah. She is one of four daughters born to a sharecropper. When Ms. Margaret was a child, her family home burned to the ground,
- [Leona - August Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/leona-august-resident-of-the-month/) - We are thrilled to highlight our Woodland Ridge August Resident of the Month—Leona! (Or as Leona prefers to be called—Ms. Lee)! Ms. Lee is originally from Wildwood, New Jersey, where she grew up with an older sister. After Ms. Lee graduated from high school, her family moved to Miami, Florida. It was there that
- [Gretchen Shealey - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/gretchen-shealey-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge is excited to announce our August Employee of the Month—Gretchen Shealey! Gretchen is originally from LaGrange, Georgia, but moved to Massachusetts when she was three years old. She grew up an only child but has two half brothers who live in Alabama. After graduating from high school, Gretchen attended the University of
- [Maria Vargas - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/maria-vargas-employee-of-the-month/) - We’re excited to honor our July Employee of the Month, Maria Vargas! Maria is originally from Celaya Gto, Mexico where she grew up as the second oldest of five sisters and two brothers! Maria says that growing up, playing in the river was their favorite activity. After graduating from high school, Maria graduated from
- [Pat - July Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/pat-july-resident-of-the-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge Resident of the Month is Pat! Ms. Pat is originally from Wilson, North Carolina. Pat’s family moved several times when she was young because Pat’s father worked as a ceramic engineer in different brickyards. They ended up in Macon, Georgia. Pat was always very intelligent and did well in school, and
- [Our Residents & Families - May Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/all-residents-may-resident-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge nominates all our residents as our Resident of the Month for May. During this time of uncertainty, our residents have proven that they can be the voice of calm reassurance. Many of our residents remember the days of polio and tuberculosis epidemics. They have been isolated longer than the rest of us because
- [Every Member of Our Staff - May Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/all-staff-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge has chosen to nominate all our wonderful, dedicated team members as our Employee of the Month for May. In these extraordinary times, our nursing, dietary, housekeeping, maintenance, and front office staff continue to, not just show up and do their jobs, but step up and go above and beyond. We all have our
- [Ronald “Pedro” Gonzales - Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/ronald-pedro-gonzales-employee-of-the-month/) - Woodland Ridge's Employee of the Month for April is Ronald “Pedro” Gonzales. Pedro is from Venezuela and grew up in a family with two brothers. He remembers riding his bicycle in his hometown. He grew up to attend the university and graduated with a degree in business administration. Pedro says he’s had many jobs in
- [Tracy Williams - March Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/tracy-williams-march-employee-of-the-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge March Employee of the Month for March is Tracy Williams! Tracy is a medical technician on our overnight shift, so you may not see her very often, but she is always diligently caring for our residents. She is from Georgia and has worked in long term care for 19 years. 11 of
- [Paul - February Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/paul-february-resident-of-the-month/) - Congratulations to our Woodland Ridge February Resident of the Month, Paul! Paul is originally from Atlanta, Georgia and was an only child growing up. He went into the Army during WWII and worked as a payroll clerk. While stationed in Paris, he learned to speak French and became quite fluent in the language. After returning
- [Wilma – January Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/wilma-january-resident-of-the-month/) - Our Woodland Ridge January Resident of the Month is Wilma! Wilma was born and raised in Altoona, Pennsylvania. She went to the University of Maryland before moving to Georgia at age 22. She then finished her degree in Medical Lab Technology at Georgia State which is now Kennesaw State University. Ms. Wilma’s first job was
- [Kamal Dixon - February Employee of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/kamal-dixon/) - Kamal Dixon, from Dietary, is our February Employee of the Month. Kamal was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida and went to Florida A&M where he earned a criminal justice degree with a minor in social work. Kamal did work as a Child Investigator in Orlando but ended up transferring here to Atlanta to work
- [Keeta and Kathryn - Employees of the Year](https://woodlandridge.org/keeta-kathryn-employees-year/) - The keys to a happy resident at a senior community are pretty straightforward. Is the food good? Is the room comfortable? Is the caregiving staff attentive and kind? Are the activities fun and plentiful? One of the compelling reasons that many seniors decide to move into a community on top of physical and cognitive
- [Jackie - January Resident of the Month](https://woodlandridge.org/jackie-january-resident-month/) - Jackie is our Woodland Ridge resident of the month for January. Here is a little bit of her story and why she is so special to us. As soon as the beauty salon opens at Woodland Ridge, you can bet that Jackie is always the first person in line. She patiently waits to get her
- [Breaking the Stigma of Retirement](https://woodlandridge.org/breaking-stigma-retirement/) - It is reported that there are nearly 75 million Baby Boomers on the verge of retirement, with 10,000 to be added every day for the next 20 years. Most people look forward to not having to work anymore, but no one wants to embrace the old stigma of retirement. You may think of sitting
- [Who's At Your Table?: Why We Should Be Thankful For The Seniors In Our Life](https://woodlandridge.org/thankful-for-seniors/) - Benefit Statement Here Welcome to Company Name - A Trusted Home Care Agency in the City, ST area. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Ut elit tellus, luctus nec ullamcorper mattis, pulvinar dapibus leo. Get
- [Ring in the New: Welcoming 2016](https://woodlandridge.org/ring-in-the-new/) - Live-In Home Care in Brookline, Massachusetts Add Your Heading Text Here Sed ut perspiciatis unde omnis iste natus error sit voluptatem accusantium doloremque laudantium, totam rem aperiam, eaque ipsa quae ab illo inventore veritatis et quasi architecto beatae vitae dicta sunt explicabo. Nemo enim ipsam voluptatem quia voluptas sit aspernatur aut odit aut fugit, sed
- [The Face of Smyrna Memory Care: Keeta Keeton](https://woodlandridge.org/smyrna-memory-care/) - Her enthusiasm is contagious. She’s always busy helping someone, holding someone’s hand, or giving a listening ear and a compassionate smile to the residents at Woodland Ridge’s memory care neighborhood. Keeta Keeton, Woodland Ridge’s memory care engagement manager, has always had a passion for caregiving. Keeta Keeton is Smyrna Memory Care embodied. Keeton, a
- [Crowning Glory and Coronary Care: Are Hair Loss and Heart Disease Linked?](https://woodlandridge.org/crowning-glory-and-coronary-care-are-hair-loss-and-heart-disease-linked/) - Written by guest author Eve Pearce It really is no secret that as we age, our bodies change and the way we look (not to mention the way we feel) alters radically. The US population now needs a greater standard of senior care as more people find themselves living to a greater age and
- [Learning to Speak Alzheimer's](https://woodlandridge.org/learning-to-speak-alzheimers/) - It is not easy to learn to speak Alzheimer's. As the disease progresses, it often causes our loved ones to lose verbal communication skills. But the loss of verbal communication is different than the loss of communication entirely. Grow closer to your loved one, learn from their eyes and their non-verbal clues, and watch
- [When to Make the Move to Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/the-logical-time-to-move-to-assisted-living-is-before-a-crisis/) - Families often consider moving a loved one or family member to assisted living when they are initially diagnosed with dementia or some other age-related issue. Naturally, the person in question raises emotionally based arguments to making a move and will vehemently object so the family will postpone the decision. Sooner than later, a crisis
- [Life Insurance Consumer Disclosure Law: A Lifeboat in the Eye of the Storm](https://woodlandridge.org/life-insurance-consumer-disclosure-law-a-lifeboat-in-the-eye-of-the-storm/) - "NCOIL model may offer respite for middle-class Americans struggling with long term care costs" We see it in the headlines almost every day. Between the senior population already in the long term care system and the baby boomers now hitting the Social Security and Medicare age at a rate of more than 10,000 per
- [Woodland Ridge: Partners In Care](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridge-partners-in-care/) - Assisted living has evolved over the years to become an integral part of the continuum of care for aging adults rather than just an “old folks home” with a boarding house atmosphere and Shuffleboard Sundays. One of the most frequent questions we are asked is, “what exactly is it you do?” It is important
- [Non-Service Connected Disability Pension for Veterans:  Making Assisted Living Affordable](https://woodlandridge.org/woodland-ridge-assisted-living-and-memory-care-of-smyrna-ga-cobb-county-georgias-only-non-profit-assisted-living-facility-2/) - Would $1600 a month make a difference in whether you or a loved one gets the care and support they need as they become dependent on assistance from a caregiver? Most people don’t know or understand all of the benefits that are available to the men and women who served their country during wartime.

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- [Benefits of Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/category/benefits-of-assisted-living/)
- [Assisted Living Services](https://woodlandridge.org/category/assisted-living-services/)
- [Moving into Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/category/moving-into-assisted-living/)
- [Family Caregiver](https://woodlandridge.org/category/family-caregiver/)
- [Getting Help](https://woodlandridge.org/category/getting-help/)
- [Choosing Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/category/choosing-assisted-living/)
- [Respite Care](https://woodlandridge.org/category/respite-care/)
- [Events at Woodland Ridge](https://woodlandridge.org/category/events-at-woodland-ridge/) - Events at Woodland Ridge
- [Brain Stimulating Activities](https://woodlandridge.org/category/brain-stimulating-activities/)
- [Hepatitis](https://woodlandridge.org/category/hepatitis/)
- [Seniors & Health Issues](https://woodlandridge.org/category/seniors-health-issues/)
- [Vision](https://woodlandridge.org/category/vision/)
- [Wanda Braziel Award](https://woodlandridge.org/category/wanda-braziel-award/)
- [General Safety](https://woodlandridge.org/category/coronavirus-covid-19/general-safety/)
- [Activity Ideas](https://woodlandridge.org/category/social-seniors/activity-ideas/)
- [Getting Help](https://woodlandridge.org/category/family-caregivers/getting-help-family-caregivers/)
- [Personal Care](https://woodlandridge.org/category/alzheimers-and-dementia/personal-care/)
- [Healthy Habits](https://woodlandridge.org/category/healthy-habits/)
- [Exercise](https://woodlandridge.org/category/healthy-habits/exercise/)
- [Assisted Living Services](https://woodlandridge.org/category/assisted-living/assisted-living-services-assisted-living/)
- [Memory Care](https://woodlandridge.org/category/assisted-living/memory-care/)
- [Getting Help](https://woodlandridge.org/category/alzheimers-and-dementia/getting-help-alzheimers-and-dementia/)
- [Choosing Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/category/assisted-living/choosing-assisted-living-assisted-living/)
- [Options](https://woodlandridge.org/category/assisted-living/options/)
- [Choosing Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/category/alzheimers-and-dementia/choosing-assisted-living-alzheimers-and-dementia/)
- [Benefits of Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/category/assisted-living/benefits-of-assisted-living-assisted-living/)
- [Meals and Nutrition](https://woodlandridge.org/category/healthy-habits/meals-and-nutrition/)
- [Types of Care](https://woodlandridge.org/category/assisted-living/types-of-care/)
- [Benefits of Memory Care](https://woodlandridge.org/category/benefits-of-memory-care/)
- [Benefits of Service](https://woodlandridge.org/category/alzheimers-and-dementia/benefits-of-service/)
- [Short-Term Care](https://woodlandridge.org/category/short-term-care/)
- [Therapy and Physician Services](https://woodlandridge.org/category/therapy-and-physician-services/)

## Tags

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- [Memory Care](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care/)
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- [modern aging](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/modern-aging/)
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- [graduation](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/graduation/)
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- [holidays](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/holidays/)
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- [caregiver burnout](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/caregiver-burnout/)
- [Anxiety](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/anxiety/)
- [Senior Scams](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-scams/)
- [Senior Transportation](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-transportation/)
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- [Senior Care Marietta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-care-marietta-ga/)
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- [Elder Care Marietta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/elder-care-marietta-ga/)
- [Assisted Living Costs](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-costs/)
- [Benefits of Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/benefits-of-assisted-living/)
- [Community News](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/community-news/)
- [Assisted Living Services](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-services/)
- [Memory Care Marietta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care-marietta-ga/)
- [Moving into Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/moving-into-assisted-living/)
- [COVID](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/covid/)
- [Caregiver Marietta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/caregiver-marietta-ga/)
- [Family Caregiver](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/family-caregiver/)
- [Getting Help](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/getting-help/)
- [Senior Care](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-care/)
- [Choosing Assisted Living](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/choosing-assisted-living/)
- [Respite Care](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/respite-care/)
- [Brain Stimulating Activities](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/brain-stimulating-activities/)
- [Hepatitis](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/hepatitis/)
- [Seniors & Health Issues](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/seniors-health-issues/)
- [Coronavirus/COVID-19](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/coronavirus-covid-19/)
- [Vision](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/vision/)
- [Wanda Braziel Award](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/wanda-braziel-award/)
- [General Safety](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/general-safety/)
- [Personal Care](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/personal-care/)
- [Social Seniors](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/social-seniors/)
- [Activity Ideas](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/activity-ideas/)
- [Exercise](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/exercise/)
- [Healthy Habits](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/healthy-habits/)
- [Senior Care Marietta SC](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-care-marietta-sc/)
- [Assisted Living Vinings GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-vinings-ga/)
- [Options](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/options/)
- [Senior Care Acworth GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-care-acworth-ga/)
- [Elderly Care Vinings GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/elderly-care-vinings-ga/)
- [Elder Care Austell GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/elder-care-austell-ga/)
- [Memory Care Mableton GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care-mableton-ga/)
- [Caregiver](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/caregiver/)
- [Caregiver Buckhead GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/caregiver-buckhead-ga/)
- [Assisted Living Atlanta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-atlanta-ga/)
- [Senior Care Kennesaw GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-care-kennesaw-ga/)
- [Elder Care Powder Springs GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/elder-care-powder-springs-ga/)
- [Senior Care Vinings GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-care-vinings-ga/)
- [Elderly Care Acworth GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/elderly-care-acworth-ga/)
- [Caregiver Austell GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/caregiver-austell-ga/)
- [Assisted Living Mableton GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-mableton-ga/)
- [Senior Care Buckhead GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/senior-care-buckhead-ga/)
- [Elder Care Atlanta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/elder-care-atlanta-ga/)
- [Assisted Living Kennesaw GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-kennesaw-ga/)
- [Memory Care Powder Springs GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care-powder-springs-ga/)
- [Short Term Care Marietta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/short-term-care-marietta-ga/)
- [Assisted Living Acworth GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-acworth-ga/)
- [Therapy and Physician Services Vinings GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/therapy-and-physician-services-vinings-ga/)
- [Assisted Living Austell GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-austell-ga/)
- [Elder Care Mableton GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/elder-care-mableton-ga/)
- [Short-Term Care Buckhead GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/short-term-care-buckhead-ga/)
- [Memory Care Atlanta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care-atlanta-ga/)
- [Assisted Living Powder Springs GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-powder-springs-ga/)
- [Therapy and Physician Services Kennesaw GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/therapy-and-physician-services-kennesaw-ga/)
- [Short-Term Care Vinings GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/short-term-care-vinings-ga/)
- [Memory Care Acworth GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care-acworth-ga/)
- [Assisted Living Buckhead GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/assisted-living-buckhead-ga/)
- [Therapy and Physician Services Austell GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/therapy-and-physician-services-austell-ga/)
- [Short-Term Care Mableton GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/short-term-care-mableton-ga/)
- [Memory Care Kennesaw GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care-kennesaw-ga/)
- [Therapy and Physician Services Powder Springs GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/therapy-and-physician-services-powder-springs-ga/)
- [short](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/short/)
- [Memory Care Vinings GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care-vinings-ga/)
- [Respite Care Acworth GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/respite-care-acworth-ga/)
- [Short-Term Care Atlantic GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/short-term-care-atlantic-ga/)
- [Memory Care Buckhead GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/memory-care-buckhead-ga/)
- [Therapy and Physician Services Marietta GA](https://woodlandridge.org/tag/therapy-and-physician-services-marietta-ga/)