The Kensington White Plains

Overview of Stages, What to Expect and How to Prepare During the Caregiver Voyage

#ThrowbackThursday to before COVID when our lovely volunteers came to visit and play a game of UNO with our residents! We sure do miss them.

December Celebrations

You're invited! Join us and Erin Risius, MA, LPC, founder of ENR Wellness Consulting, for Wellness Wednesdays, October 28th through November 18th! Week 4 focuses on how the quality of our social interactions and connections are a primary contributor to optimal health and longevity. This class will explore loneliness research and discuss ways to cultivate and maintain social connections despite the new norm of physical distancing.... Date: October 28th Time: 12:30 - 1:15 pm Location: via ZOOM To RSVP and learn more information about this event, click the link below.

Make every day special for yourself as a caregiver, and start enjoying an afternoon tea time. Relax and make it a time to look forward to each day! Theanine is a unique amino acid found naturally in green tea that is said to promote relaxation, lift your mood, alleviate anxiety, enhance brain function, and calm the body's response to stress.

You're invited! Join us for this informative Program where we will travel and navigate the stages of Alzheimer’s Disease including what to expect in the disease process, where to look for help, and effective communication techniques. At the conclusion of this interactive webinar, caregivers will better equipped to handle and manage the changes their loved ones will endure, without burning out. We will be having a Q&A at the end of the presentation. Date: December 3rd ... Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Location: Virtual Zoom Event To register and learn more information about this event, click the link below.

We have some exciting news! We've recently launched a monthly podcast, Coffee with The Kensington White Plains, hosted by Brenda Moynihan, Director of Marketing and Outreach, with special guest speakers. This month's topic is how to keep it fresh with Mom and Dad when you can’t visit due to the pandemic or visitation is limited. ... Click the link below to listen to our very first podcast.

Our residents had a blast celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day making colorful dream catchers to decorate their rooms. We enjoy being creative while learning about the history of our land.

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength while loving someone deeply gives you courage!

Let’s face it. With or without a mask, trying to visit an elderly loved one these days in this new normal is anything but normal, but we have a few approaches to make it less stressful for your family! In our latest blog post, we share our tips and suggestions to follow when visiting your loved ones during the pandemic. Click the link below to read the article.

You're invited! Join us for our monthly virtual gathering for caregivers at The Kensington to share time connecting with other caregivers and discuss common challenges in a welcoming, private setting. Date: October 12th... Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm Location: Virtual event To RSVP and learn more information, click the link below.

Caregiving often calls us to lean into love we didn’t know possible.

After a fall, stroke, or other related injuries, the road to recovery for a senior loved one is often a long one. It’s normal to be nervous about what will happen when they leave the hospital, especially during a worldwide pandemic when you want to do all you can to keep them safe. From forming a discharge plan to transitioning to post-acute care, we understand this can be a long process. In our latest blog, we discuss how an assisted living community with in-house rehabilitation can provide the best experience for your loved one, while also keeping them safe. Click the link below to read the article.

You're invited! Join us and Erin Risius, MA, LPC, founder of ENR Wellness Consulting, For Wellness Wednesdays: October 7th through November 18th! Week 1 topic - Prioritizing Self Care: Stepping Into Selfness. This class will provide ideas for creating simple, daily ‘non-negotiables’ for prioritizing and ritualizing self-care behaviors that are tailored to YOU.... Date: October 7th Time: 12:30 pm - 1:15 pm Location: via ZOOM To RSVP and learn more information about this event, click the link below.

The Kensington White Plains would like to send our dear friends fondest wishes for a wonderful Yom Kippur filled with peace and joy!