Vitalia Active Adult Community - Rockside

04/27/2026

We came together as a team to surprise our Business Office Director, Bella, with a Pampers baby shower! 💕 From diapers to sweet treats, it was a special way to celebrate her and her growing family!

04/27/2026

This episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.

Elizabeth and Charlie discuss the "Hand Under Hand" method used in dementia care. This approach is small, simple, and incredibly powerful for both caregivers and those they serve.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal experiences, with the goal of helping family members and friends learn more about how to navigate the dementia journey. This podcast will offer support, information, and a sense of community to those affected by memory-related conditions, helping them navigate their journey with greater understanding.

1 like. "78. The 'Hand Under Hand' Approach"

04/24/2026

At Vitalia Rockside, family engagement in Memory Care can brighten a resident’s whole day. Shared dinners, Family Nights, and simple presence can make a meaningful impact.

Read more:
https://vitaliarockside.com/blog/vitalia-rockside-family-involvement-memory-care/

Discover how family involvement in Memory Care at Vitalia Rockside supports connection, comfort, and resident well-being.

04/24/2026

Earth Month is still in full swing! 🌱 Today was all about giving our community a little extra TLC with Spring Cleaning Day. We made our way through every neighborhood—from Memory Care to Independent Living—leaving things sparkling and refreshed! ✨🧹

04/23/2026

Engage your loved ones with dementia! Listen to episode 59 for more tips and tricks.

04/23/2026

Today we’re celebrating our amazing Operations Coordinator, Andrea for Administrative Professionals Day! 🎉 She keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes, is the backbone of our community, and is always there to help with any question—big or small. We appreciate everything you do to keep us flowing every single day!

04/22/2026

We had an amazing time today at the job fair with Vitalia Mentor, hosted by Valley College! 🎉

If you’re looking for a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, Arrow Senior Living is hiring. Come be part of a team that feels like family and see what senior living really looks like.

Apply today at: vitaliarockside.com/careers

04/22/2026

We had a great time at Boozy Bingo last night!!

04/21/2026

Today Officer Laura stopped by to do a talk on senior scams!

04/20/2026

This episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.

Charlie and Elizabeth make "The Importance of Hydration" easy to swallow with excellent information on how hydration affects everything from brain function, mood, mobility, and digestion.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal experiences, with the goal of helping family members and friends learn more about how to navigate the dementia journey. This podcast will offer support, information, and a sense of community to those affected by memory-related conditions, helping them navigate their journey with greater understanding.

77. The Importance of Hydration in Dementia

04/17/2026

These two sure have the moves! 💃🕺🎶

04/17/2026