The Early Signs of Dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease
Noticing changes in a loved one’s memory or behavior can be unsettling. You may find yourself asking, Is this just normal aging, or something more? Being aware of the early…
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What Families are Saying about Barclay Friends
One of the greatest compliments we can receive is hearing from residents and families about the positive impact our team has made in their lives. We are grateful for the…
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The Whole-Person Approach to Senior Living
When we think about care for older adults, it’s easy to focus on their physical needs first. We can usually manage things like medication, mobility, and safety. But we find…
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Navigating Guilt: A Guide for Deciding to Move Your Parents into a Care Facility
Deciding to move a parent into a senior living or personal care community isn’t easy. The decision often comes with a sense of guilt and questions about whether it’s too…
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Employee Spotlight: Creating Meaningful Moments at Barclay Friends
At Barclay Friends, the people who work here shape daily life in ways that are often quiet, thoughtful, and deeply human. In this employee spotlight, Matt Rottman, Memory Care Coordinator…
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Meet Maria DeAngelo: Clinical Care Coordinator at Barclay Friends
Ten Years of Nursing, Learning, and Perspective For ten years, Maria DeAngelo, Clinical Care Coordinator, has played a key role in fostering clear communication and thoughtful coordination within the skilled…
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Employee Spotlight: Judy Rivers
Recently celebrating her third anniversary at Barclay Friends, Judy Rivers brings care, attentiveness, and genuine connection to each day as a dining server. Her role goes far beyond serving meals;…
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Why Giving Matters: A Conversation about Philanthropy
Philanthropy has long played a meaningful role at Barclay Friends, shaping opportunities that enrich daily life and strengthen a sense of connection among residents. In a conversation with Senior Director…
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5 Benefits of Moving to an Assisted Living Community
Choosing to move from a long-time residence to an assisted living community or personal care home like Barclay Friends can be emotionally complex, and it often involves careful consideration by…
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