For many families, the comfort of home is unmistakable—its familiar sights and sounds warm the heart. Home is where the pleasing aromas of your favorite meal invite anticipation, and as you settle into your place at the table, your shoulders soften and your mood brightens. It’s where you’ll find your loved one in their reading . . . Read More
You cherish the relationship you share with your parent or loved one and appreciate the lifetime of memories you have built together. Moments from your childhood are forever imprinted on your heart, when mom or dad poured their time and energy into making your life feel bright and magical. Though many years have come and . . . Read More
When you hear the term “assisted living,” what comes to mind? Perhaps you recall images from film and television, which are often rather bleak and, thankfully, not an accurate reflection of the vibrant communities available to families today. Or, you may be new in your search and unsure of the differences between independent living, assisted . . . Read More
Special thanks to Rita-Clare LeBlanc who traveled all the way from Canada to ensure our launch of Nxtgen Care was smooth and successful! Nxtgen Care uses business intelligence to promote healthy aging in older adults by increasing meaningful engagement and reducing the negative effects of social isolation. #TeamTerrace is so excited to enhance our quality . . . Read More
Connecting with others adds sweetness and meaning to life. From time spent nurturing lifelong relationships to meeting new friends and neighbors, positive interactions with others feed the spirit and the mind. The scientific community agrees—an article published in The Journal of Psychiatry and Neuroscience reports, “Humans are inherently social. We are not special in this . . . Read More
Allow your mind to dream for just a moment about what the ideal day looks like for you as a retiree. How does your day begin? As you make your way through your home, what do you see? Perhaps a beautiful lawn or garden is visible from your window. What kinds of activities fill your . . . Read More
The Busy Bees at Brightmore of South Charlotte Charlotte, NC — (2/10/2021) Print Press Release PDF
Anna Jordan, Life Enrichment Director Just off the main lobby sits a corner of the community that can transport you to any time or place! A space where you can learn something new, or find yourself absorbed in the lives of fictional characters, the Brightmore library of course! In addition to the hundreds of books . . . Read More
On any given day you may find a group of Brightmore residents gathered around Mah Jongg tiles, it’s one of our most popular games! But what exactly is this game and what hidden benefits might it contain? Mah Jongg was born in China in the 19th century, but it wasn’t until the 1920s that the . . . Read More
Walk through any senior living facility these days and there are a few things that you will notice about residents in those communities. There’s always residents socializing in common areas. Some are participating in exercise classes or card games. Also, there’s always a few four wheeled walkers around. Whether used as a precaution or out . . . Read More
