A senior couple work together on a puzzle.
Family Resources Helping a loved one through memory loss starts with understanding When someone you love begins experiencing memory changes, it can be difficult to know what to do next. Maybe you've noticed repeated questions, …
July 17, 2026 3 min read
Retirement Living Challenging the myth that retirement living should wait until a health crisis When it comes to retirement living, many older adults share the same concern: “I should wait until I need care.” It’s one of several common …
July 10, 2026 3 min read
A senior retirement living resident and a female Immanuel team member talk about things everyone should learn to do.
Retirement Living Everyday lessons worth learning (according to different generations) What can you learn from one simple question, especially when people from different generations share their answers? In this Connecting Generations, …
June 29, 2026 1 min read
Lakeside resident Iris Herse was honored for her WWII service as a
Retirement Living Lakeside’s own Rosie the Riveter honored with American Spirit Award Iris Herse, an independent living resident at Lakeside, carries with her a century of American history. She’s lived through the bombing of Pearl …
June 29, 2026 8 min read
A group of seniors socialize over a meal.
Retirement Living Challenging the myth about loneliness in retirement living One of the most common concerns people have when considering a move to a retirement community is simple: What if it feels lonely? It’s a reasonable …
June 17, 2026 2 min read
Women enjoying coffee and talking.
Retirement Living Challenging the myths about retirement living costs For many older adults and their families, one concern tends to rise to the top when considering a move: “Is retirement living too expensive compared …
May 27, 2026 3 min read
An Immanuel team member talks about
Retirement Living Decoding Gen Z lingo, one laugh at a time Even when we share the same language, every generation has its own style. Those differences can make everyday conversations feel completely …
May 19, 2026 1 min read
A retirement living consultant gives a senior woman a tour of a senior living community.
Retirement Living Challenging the 'institutional' myth of retirement living If the phrase “retirement community” brings up images of sterile hallways or clinical spaces, you’re not alone. Many people carry that picture with …
May 07, 2026 3 min read
Joan and Russ Swanson both lived at Immanuel Village in Omaha, Nebraska.
Retirement Living A family’s journey through senior living at Immanuel For Bill Swanson, helping his parents move to an Immanuel retirement living community wasn’t simply about finding a new place for them to live. It …
April 29, 2026 3 min read
A senior couple having lunch in a long-term care community.
Retirement Living Understanding skilled nursing and long-term care at Immanuel As we age, health needs can change. Sometimes, these changes come gradually. Other times, they happen unexpectedly. Knowing your care options can …
April 24, 2026 2 min read
The first video of this year’s Immanuel’s Connecting Generations video series, is titled Guess That Emoji.
Retirement Living Bridging the generational gap, one emoji at a time What happens when Immanuel team members bring emojis into conversations with residents and Pathways participants? Laughter, curiosity, and a whole …
April 24, 2026 1 min read
Senior couple hugging and laughing.
Retirement Living Challenging common myths about retirement living Considering a move to a retirement community is a major decision. For many older adults and their families, the idea can cause hesitation, …
April 21, 2026 3 min read