Senior Living Today

In today's episode, we welcome back Springfield Masonic Community President Tony Berardi. Tony dives deeper into the common misconceptions surrounding senior living communities. We discuss topics such as the benefits of moving to a community before you have a need to, what to expect when moving into a community, and will answer some questions regarding long-term care insurance.

We’ve been collecting questions from listeners and now we’ve gathered the experts to answer them. We’re covering everything from when it may be time for your loved one to move to memory care and what Medicaid Waiver is to how to have your favorite recipe added to our menu. Plus, a question with an answer that may surprise you about pet lizards!

Have other senior living questions you want answered? Let us know at [email protected]!

Want to learn more about something we discussed in this episode or connect with The Ohio Masonic Communities Resource Center? Give us a call at 877-881-1623 or visit omcoh.org!

The Ohio Masonic Communities gathered a group of experts to answer things like why you might move before you need assistance and what you need to know about affordability. You won’t want to miss what they have to say about bringing pets, being a Mason, planning activities, and more. Tune in now!

Occupational therapy has many benefits at every stage of life. For older adults, it can even help maintain independence. Cindy, an occupational therapist, joins us to discuss how OT can help older adults.

Bruce and Ken knew that Springfield Masonic Community checked all the boxes when they were looking for a senior living community. When they moved, they brought their hobbies and passions with them, and are now using their skills to teach other residents. Listen as Bruce and Ken talk about how their passions for woodworking and pool became a passion for teaching.