Click here for an informative article we thought we'd share with you. Postoperative Cognitive Dysfunction is a very common but previously unknown issue that affects many seniors over the age of 60 - something that we must be aware of as we, or loved ones, have surgery. Grateful to the Washington Post for this very illuminating article - a must read!

The Mansions and FOX Rehabilitation have partnered together to offer an innovative and proactive program called FOX Optimal Living (FOL). This program provides all residents living at Sandy Springs, Alpharetta and Decatur locations on-site wellness assessments and classes, as well as therapy services. This is a proactive approach to prevent injury and promote wellness for optimal quality of life for... Read More

We recently had a visit from our friends from the Decatur Champion, which resulted in this outstanding article about The Mansions at Decatur and some inspired observations about senior living as a whole. Great reading if you are considering a move to a Mansions community. Thank you Decatur Champion for sharing the good news about The Mansions! Read the article: ... Read More

Melva Noakes is a rare treasure. A certified Alzheimer’s Disease and Dementia Care Trainer and a member of the National Council Dementia Practitioners and the International Council Dementia Practitioners, Melva works in our marketing group here at The Mansions. She tirelessly and compassionately shares her almost unlimited knowledge about the challenges of aging and dementia with families, caregivers and the... Read More

It's an amazing statistic - over 34.2 million Americans have provided unpaid care to an adult age 50 or older in the last 12 months. Out of those 34 million caregivers, over 56% work full-time, 16 % work between 30 and 39 hours, and 25% work fewer than 30 hours a week. That many caregivers in the workplace has really... Read More

While many older adults are wary of leaving their home to move into assisted living, the truth is that living in a senior living community is beneficial for both health and happiness. It’s common for older adults to resist moving into assisted living communities because they “don’t want to go into a home” or they feel that they can manage... Read More

After years of grocery shopping and cooking meals for your family, leaving the meal prep to someone else is a welcomed perk of living at The Mansions. We are lucky to have a talented chef on staff whose recipes our residents love. Menu Considerations from Chef James Chef James attributes much of the success of the food variety on his... Read More

As you age, it’s easy to come up with excuses that can keep you from of being physically active. Whether you love working out for fun, or it has become necessary for your wellbeing, you can use these local spots to help you achieve your fitness goals. Hit the Trails The Johnson Park Recreation Center, which is less than an... Read More

It’s hard to believe that it’s already been one year since we opened our doors. With all of the events, parties and activities we have done as a family, it really made time fly. In our community there is never a dull moment. We have had a blast over the past year and we’ve created this online scrapbook noting the... Read More