Walnut Ridge Assisted Living

01/08/2026

🦌🎄 After taking down our Christmas trees, we kept the fun going with our annual deer hunt with the residents! Our team members happily volunteered to be the deer, bringing lots of laughter and smiles to everyone involved. A great way to make memories together!

01/07/2026

🌼 Creativity in Full Bloom 🌼

Today, our Pathways to Discovery residents participated in a flower arranging activity designed to promote sensory engagement, creativity, and connection. The room was filled with vibrant colors, gentle conversation, and a sense of calm as each arrangement came together.

We’re grateful for opportunities to create meaningful experiences that nurture both the heart and mind. 🌸

01/06/2026

✨ Welcome Our New Life Enrichment Director! ✨

Please join us in welcoming Donna Dean, our new Life Enrichment Director! 🌟

Donna has been a valued part of our company since 2008, bringing with her years of dedication, experience, and heart. Throughout her journey, she has successfully served in multiple roles, gaining a deep understanding of our mission and a true passion for enhancing the lives of those we serve.

Outside of work, Donna enjoys boating on the lake, fishing, and riding her side-by-side, embracing the outdoors whenever she can. Most of all, she cherishes spending quality time with her family and traveling, creating meaningful memories along the way.

We are excited to see the creativity, compassion, and leadership Donna will bring to our residents and community in this new role. 💙

Congratulations, Donna—we’re so glad to have you leading Life Enrichment!

01/03/2026

Is your loved one living alone?

More and more seniors in the U.S. are living independently — and while it can be empowering, it can also bring challenges. Over time, living alone may lead to chronic loneliness, depression, or even health issues like high blood pressure.

Learn how to recognize the signs and discover practical ways to support aging adults who live solo in our latest blog post.

https://navionseniorsolutions.com/how-senior-living-can-help-reduce-loneliness/

Do you or your aging loved one live alone? This is a reality for many seniors in the United States. While it is possible for older adults to live successfully by themselves, it is important to keep in mind that living alone for a prolonged period of time can result in chronic loneliness and might ...

01/03/2026

🎉✨ We celebrated New Year’s Eve with our residents, ringing in the New Year with laughter, music, and plenty of smiles. Here’s to a year filled with joy and special moments together! 🥂🎆

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from Navion Senior Solutions!

As we welcome a new year, we want to share our heartfelt appreciation for our incredible residents, their families, and our dear friends. Your continued trust, support, and kindness make our communities truly special.

May this year bring you health, happiness, and meaningful moments shared with those you love most. Cheers to a bright and beautiful year ahead!

With appreciation,
The Navion Senior Solutions Family

12/27/2025

Cold weather and warm smiles made for the perfect outing to Front Porch Creamery with our new Life Enrichment Directors. It was a special trip and the joy shared together was even sweeter than the ice cream itself! 🍦❄️

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays from Navion Senior Solutions! ✨

As we celebrate this joyful season, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our wonderful residents, their families, and our dear friends. Your warmth, kindness, and trust make our communities feel like home all year long.

May your holidays be filled with joy, laughter, and cherished memories.

With gratitude,
The Navion Senior Solutions Family

12/20/2025

🌟 Team Member of the Month: Donna Dean! 🌟

This month, we are excited to celebrate Donna Dean as our Team Member of the Month! Donna is approaching an incredible 18 years of service here at Walnut Ridge, and her dedication shines through in everything she does.

Donna brings compassion, reliability, and a heart for our residents that inspires all of us. Her commitment to our community has made a lasting impact, and we are truly grateful for all she contributes each and every day.

12/17/2025

Only a few more days until Santa is here! Who’s ready for a fun-filled afternoon of holiday cheer? 🎅✨🎄

12/16/2025

Everyone, meet Makayla Hairston, our new Memory Care Life Enrichment Director! 🌟

Makayla brings compassion, creativity, and a warm, uplifting spirit to everything she does. A 2023 McMichael High School graduate, she’s known for her positive attitude and dedication to creating meaningful experiences for our residents and families.

She enjoys hiking, coaching youth cheer, staying active in her church, and finding inspiration while shopping.

Makayla was recently promoted from within after just over a year at Walnut Ridge, and we are so blessed to have her step into this role. 💛

12/11/2025

The holiday season is all about joy, connection, and tradition — and that’s exactly what we celebrate at Navion Senior Living. 🎄✨

Our latest blog shares how we make the holidays meaningful for our residents through festive events, warm gatherings, and memory-filled traditions.

https://navionseniorsolutions.com/celebrating-the-holidays-in-senior-living-with-joy-connection-and-tradition/