EverTrue Village at Mackenzie

A common concern for people facing an early diagnosis of dementia is a loss of independence; a feeling that, by receiving help, you will lose control and your sense of self. EverTrue believes that asking for support when you need it can help you maintain your independence longer. By making care plans now for your changing needs, you retain control.

EverTrue GUIDE (Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience) provides a dementia care navigator who will provide support services to help you and caregivers manage dementia progression and help you stay in your home and community longer. Plus, EverTrue’s innovative StillYou® philosophy will guide your support, because we focus on you and who you are. EverTrue’s focus on relationships, your individual strengths and holistic wellbeing set the standard in memory care.

Learn more about EverTrue GUIDE: https://ow.ly/xrht50Z9vXW

Happy Father’s Day to all the incredible dads and father figures who inspire us every day with their love, wisdom and unwavering support!

Help us honor these amazing individuals in the comments: Share your favorite stories or words of gratitude for the fathers in your life. ❤️

It’s Juneteenth — the day we commemorate the abolition of slavery in the United States. Also known as Emancipation Day and Freedom Day, it celebrates freedom for all and honors the perseverance of African Americans, as well as the ongoing journey toward racial equality.

As a faith-based organization, we recall the words of Paul, “For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand firm, therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.” (Galatians 5:1)

May we embrace those words and remain ever true to the call for freedom and justice.

Residents spent the afternoon exploring their artistic side, sharing laughs, and creating beautiful artwork. We are ever grateful for our partnership with Archwell Health who bring energy, creativity, and companionship to our community.

Happy National Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Week! Join us in recognizing the unbelievable dedication of CNAs and the incredible work they do caring for older adults every day.

At EverTrue, our nursing assistants are essential to delivering hands-on care to residents in our communities and Care Centers, as well as providing personalized support to clients and patients through EverTrue Anywhere Care. They are the frontline of care. For many, our EverTrue CNAs can be the lifeline that supports their needs, from morning to night.

Let’s thank CNAs for the positive impact they bring to aging services and to our residents and clients of EverTrue. They help make it possible for older adults to live life to the fullest!

In Missouri, 11.2% of adults over 65 are diagnosed with Alzheimer's. During the month of June, EverTrue commits to raising awareness about Alzheimer’s, as well as other neurodegenerative diseases, and to promote brain health to reduce the risk of dementia in honor of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month.

Our experts regularly share with our residents the dementia risk factors they can control, including hypertension, obesity, diabetes, smoking, physical inactivity and poor sleep. In Missouri, 38.8% of adults have two or more risk factors (not including sleep). Do you have any of these that you can speak to your doctor about?

EverTrue is dedicated to healthy aging. This Alzheimer's & Brain Awareness Month, we hope you’ll take part in free, virtual wellness sessions to help you “take charge of your brain health” brought to you by our partners at the Alzheimer's Association.

Register for virtual sessions here: https://ow.ly/xtkW50Z6REB

Our Wellness Nurse, Lauren, and Provident Counselor, Nikki Adams, recently hosted a wonderful “Accentuate the Positive” Tea Event for our residents. Residents enjoyed an afternoon of socializing over tea and desserts while listening to an inspiring discussion on the power of positivity. It was a meaningful opportunity to connect, reflect, and focus on the importance of maintaining a positive mindset. Thank you to Lauren and Nikki for creating such a thoughtful and uplifting experience for everyone involved! 🍰

Happy Senior Health and Fitness Day! Did you know it is recommended that older adults (with physician approval) engage in 150 minutes per week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity plus muscle-strengthening activities at least twice a week?

This doesn’t mean you need to do vigorous aerobics classes or lift heavy weights at the gym. Brisk walking, hiking and swimming are all excellent examples of aerobic activities, while exercises like chair squats or using resistance bands can make a significant difference in helping maintain strength and physical function.

EverTrue wants to keep our residents and clients physically active in the way that works best for them! Find out why staying physically active has so many health benefits for older adults: https://ow.ly/W4Er50YUFOm

Today, we honor the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We also remember their families, who live with the loss every day. We wish you a peaceful Memorial Day.

EverTrue is leading the aging services industry through innovation in Memory Care by harnessing the power of AI.

Through partnership with Daugherty Enterprises, EverTrue launched an immersive training platform Better Path AI, where caregivers can practice the communication skills and empathy needed to assist residents with dementia.

Using AI-driven avatars to represent various stages of dementia, the Better Path AI trainings simulate real conversations and provide real-time feedback, all guided by EverTrue’s StillYou philosophy and the CARES model.

Learn more about Better Path AI at EverTrue: https://ow.ly/BVuQ50Z1JO8