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A Monthly Virtual Gathering for Caregivers

To RSVP, please email coaching@susiesarkisian.com

At The Kensington, YOU, as a family caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that caregiving for a senior with or without dementia is a demanding responsibility. We also believe that it is one you should not undertake alone.

That’s why we strive to preserve your well-being by helping you stay positive, manage fatigue and make the most of moments as your loved one’s body and memory changes. Join us the second Monday of every month to share time connecting with other caregivers and discussing common challenges in a welcoming, private setting. Let The Kensington be your trusted resource for information and the comforting ally you need!

Please note: This event is complimentary for current Kensington families, but does involve a fee for guests.
For more information or to connect with Susie on any of her caregiver groups, please contact Susie Sarkisian at coaching@susiesarkisian.com

As a daughter whose father had Lewy Body Dementia, Susie found herself drawn to supporting her mother, the caregiver. Professionally, Susie is a CTI (Coaches Training Institute) Certified Professional Coach, and is specially trained in listening, coaching, supporting, and validating others. Susie believes wholeheartedly that caring for anyone who is aging can be both hard and beautiful at the same time.

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We kindly ask that you RSVP by December 4th

‘Tis the Season for making spirits bright, and that is especially true throughout the merry halls of The Kensington White Plains! Please join us for glad tidings and good cheer as we welcome the holiday season together with our First Annual Wreath Stroll.

How It Works: Purchase a wreath, decorate it and bring it to The Kensington between December 4th and December 10th. We will display all the wreaths on December 12th and guests may purchase one of the wreaths. All proceeds will be given to the Alzheimer’s Association.

Enjoy festive hors d’oeuvres, specialty cocktails, and decadent treats expertly prepared by our Executive Chef Norm. Mix, mingle & make new connections with Kensington families and business professionals. Make the most of this wonderful time of the year and stop by for our first annual wreath stroll!

For questions, email Brenda Moynihan, Director of Marketing & Outreach, bmoynihan@kensingtonsl.com.

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With the right care and support, those with Parkinson’s disease can truly THRIVE. The Kensington White Plains is proud to present THRIVE with Parkinson’s, a unique program for new and current residents with movement disorders with their family members. We invite you to please join us for an educational evening to learn about this amazing program and all the benefits it offers our residents!

THRIVE stands for:

• Therapeutic
• Holistic
• Revitalizing
• Inspiring Independence
• Vocally Vibrant
• Empowering

Learn about our wide variety of program offerings, including wellness classes four times per week, Parkinson’s Dance, Tai Chi, Music Therapy, Expressive Arts, Support Group, specialty movement equipment. Then, participate in two wellness sessions so you can experience for yourself the difference our program makes! These sessions will be led by our experts Joanne Hubbard, Associate Executive Director at The Kensington and Meshel House, Physical Therapy Specialist with Theradynamics Rehabilitation.

A booklet of at-home exercises and a Kensington goodie bag will be given to all attendees. Light bites will be served. While you’re here, enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres and beverages, expertly prepared by our one and only Executive Chef Norm. Stop by, share your story and lean on us for support!

Want to learn more about THRIVE with Parkinson’s? Click HERE.

Meshel House, Physical Therapist with Theradynamics, is a certified Parkinson’s Wellness and Recovery (PWR) therapist. She is currently the Director of Rehabilitation at The Kensington. She has been a licensed PT since 2007 and has worked with different physical therapy settings, and managed different conditions, from pediatrics to geriatrics with complex musculoskeletal, neurological conditions. This includes people with cerebral palsy, cerebrovascular accident (CVA), arthritis (OA, RA) spondylosis, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, spinal cord injuries (SCI), Bell’s palsy, Low Back Pain, fractures, amputation, and sprain/strains, etc. The common factor in all her treatment has always been skilled hands-on therapy with an individual approach.

Joanne Hubbard, our Associate Executive Director, has nearly 12 years of experience at Kensington Senior Living. She has held positions such as Memory Care Director, Assisted Living Director, and Executive Director. Her professional journey initially began as a board-certified music therapist, specializing in neurologic music therapy, before transitioning into healthcare administration. Driven by her passion for empowering individuals to live autonomously and happily, Joanne created our distinguished THRIVE Parkinson’s Program. The Kensington is also a Parkinson’s Community Partner site with the Parkinson’s Foundation, and Joanne serves as our certified Site Champion.

For questions, email Brenda Moynihan, Director of Marketing & Outreach at bmoynihan@kensingtonsl.com.

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The holiday season is a time of new and old traditions, and sharing in the joy and togetherness of spending time with friends and family. But for families whose loved ones are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s or Dementia, the holidays can be stressful and overwhelming; and for family caregivers, oftentimes difficult to remember the joy that holidays can bring.

Kensington Senior Living is thrilled to partner with our panel of caregiver coaches and experts: Lisa Bricker, Elder Care Consultant; Melissa Long, Director of Education and Support at Insight Memory Care Center; and Monica Moore, Community Health Program Manager for the Mary S. Easton Center for Alzheimer’s Research & Care. From purposeful gift ideas to creative, meaningful ways to spend time together, our experts will discuss how to adapt while caring for your loved one; and new ways to find joy in the wonderfulness of the season.

Lisa Bricker is an Elder Care Consultant, Placement Specialist, and Founder of Gently Guided, LLC. She helps families transition forward with compassion. She has served hundreds of families of diverse needs as a Senior Care Consultant and Alzheimer’s and Dementia Placement Specialist. Families feel peace of mind as she takes the burden of “feeling alone” off of their shoulders.

Melissa Long is the Director of Education and Support for Insight Memory Care Center. Melissa coordinates support groups, caregiver workshops and educational events for caregivers and their loved ones on the journey with dementia. Melissa has been providing care to older adults for 17+ years.

Monica Moore, MSG is the Community Health Program Manager for the Mary S. Easton Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Care at UCLA and the Co-Director, Training and Education Activities, UCLA-California Alzheimer’s Disease Center. She has worked in the field of aging and Alzheimer’s disease for 20 years focusing on community education and outreach and caregiver support.  She holds a Master’s Degree in Gerontology from California State University Long Beach and a certificate in Gerontology from Sonoma State University. 

For questions, please reach out to Brenda Moynihan, Director of Marketing & Outreach, at bmoynihan@kensingtonsl.com.

To RSVP, please email coaching@susiesarkisian.com

The Kensington White Plains is thrilled to partner with Susie Sarkisian, Family Support Coach, for our bi-weekly Virtual Spousal Support Group. Please join us on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (with the exception of holiday days).

This group will offer a safe, welcoming and private setting for spouses to share their caregiving experiences, connect with other spouses going through the same journey and receive insight from an expert. Our Spousal Support Group is open to all spouses who are caring for their partner, whether that partner is living at home or in a community.

Our Promise at The Kensington is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And we do. We are here for you – skilled, prepared and ready to participate fully in your care journey. Our Assisted Living and three tiers of Memory Care are thoughtfully designed, clinically comprehensive, personalized, and able to accommodate couples, even if their needs are different. 

Please note: Complimentary for Kensington Families, extra cost for families outside our community.
For more information or to connect with Susie on any of her caregiver groups, please contact Susie Sarkisian at coaching@susiesarkisian.com

Susie Sarkisian knows her job title makes people tilt their heads when they hear it. But when you think about it, Senior Living is not only about the senior – it’s about the family too. As a daughter whose father had Lewy Body Dementia, Susie found herself drawn to supporting her mother, the caregiver. Professionally, Susie is a CTI (Coaches Training Institute) Certified Life Coach, and is specially trained in listening, coaching, supporting, and validating others. Susie believes wholeheartedly that caring for anyone who is aging can be both hard and beautiful at the same time.

To RSVP, please email coaching@susiesarkisian.com

The Kensington White Plains is thrilled to partner with Susie Sarkisian, Family Support Coach, for our bi-weekly Virtual Spousal Support Group. Please join us on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (with the exception of holiday days).

This group will offer a safe, welcoming and private setting for spouses to share their caregiving experiences, connect with other spouses going through the same journey and receive insight from an expert. Our Spousal Support Group is open to all spouses who are caring for their partner, whether that partner is living at home or in a community.

Our Promise at The Kensington is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And we do. We are here for you – skilled, prepared and ready to participate fully in your care journey. Our Assisted Living and three tiers of Memory Care are thoughtfully designed, clinically comprehensive, personalized, and able to accommodate couples, even if their needs are different. 

Please note: Complimentary for Kensington Families, extra cost for families outside our community.
For more information or to connect with Susie on any of her caregiver groups, please contact Susie Sarkisian at coaching@susiesarkisian.com

Susie Sarkisian knows her job title makes people tilt their heads when they hear it. But when you think about it, Senior Living is not only about the senior – it’s about the family too. As a daughter whose father had Lewy Body Dementia, Susie found herself drawn to supporting her mother, the caregiver. Professionally, Susie is a CTI (Coaches Training Institute) Certified Life Coach, and is specially trained in listening, coaching, supporting, and validating others. Susie believes wholeheartedly that caring for anyone who is aging can be both hard and beautiful at the same time.

A Monthly Virtual Gathering for Caregivers

To RSVP, please email coaching@susiesarkisian.com

At The Kensington, YOU, as a family caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that caregiving for a senior with or without dementia is a demanding responsibility. We also believe that it is one you should not undertake alone.

That’s why we strive to preserve your well-being by helping you stay positive, manage fatigue and make the most of moments as your loved one’s body and memory changes. Join us the second Monday of every month to share time connecting with other caregivers and discussing common challenges in a welcoming, private setting. Let The Kensington be your trusted resource for information and the comforting ally you need!

Please note: This event is complimentary for current Kensington families, but does involve a fee for guests.
For more information or to connect with Susie on any of her caregiver groups, please contact Susie Sarkisian at coaching@susiesarkisian.com

As a daughter whose father had Lewy Body Dementia, Susie found herself drawn to supporting her mother, the caregiver. Professionally, Susie is a CTI (Coaches Training Institute) Certified Professional Coach, and is specially trained in listening, coaching, supporting, and validating others. Susie believes wholeheartedly that caring for anyone who is aging can be both hard and beautiful at the same time.

Register Here – please register by 1/5/24

Multiple Sclerosis is a misunderstood and unpredictable disease that’s symptoms very from person to person. Some people with MS may have only mild symptoms. Yet others have more debilitation symptoms such as vision loss, pain, fatigue, and impaired coordination.

That is why Kensington Senior Living is proud to partner with the National Multiple Sclerosis Society on this Ask the Expert Virtual Workshop on the most common disabling neurological disease that affects adults under the age of 40. Debby Bennett, Community Engagement Manager of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society will help you to better understand MS and its symptoms.

During this virtual presentation, our expert will discuss:

• The Latest in Treatment Options
• Tips & Strategies to Help You and Navigate the Diagnosis
• Available Programs Offered for Both You and Your Loved One
• What to Expect if the Disease Progresses

At The Kensington, Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our own – and that includes you! Our expert care team specializes in caring for those with disorders such as Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer’s, and Dementia.

Debby Bennett, Community Engagement Manager, National Multiple Sclerosis Society has been honored with the Independent Spirit Award for her attention to advocacy. As a Community Engagement Manager, she oversees nearly 60 self-help groups over a market area that encompasses NYC, Long Island, the lower Hudson Valley, CT and Rhode Island.

For questions about this event, please reach out to Brenda Moynihan, Director of Marketing & Outreach, at bmoynihan@kensingotnsl.com.

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To RSVP, please email coaching@susiesarkisian.com

The Kensington White Plains is thrilled to partner with Susie Sarkisian, Family Support Coach, for our bi-weekly Virtual Spousal Support Group. Please join us on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (with the exception of holiday days).

This group will offer a safe, welcoming and private setting for spouses to share their caregiving experiences, connect with other spouses going through the same journey and receive insight from an expert. Our Spousal Support Group is open to all spouses who are caring for their partner, whether that partner is living at home or in a community.

Our Promise at The Kensington is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And we do. We are here for you – skilled, prepared and ready to participate fully in your care journey. Our Assisted Living and three tiers of Memory Care are thoughtfully designed, clinically comprehensive, personalized, and able to accommodate couples, even if their needs are different. 

Please note: Complimentary for Kensington Families, extra cost for families outside our community.
For more information or to connect with Susie on any of her caregiver groups, please contact Susie Sarkisian at coaching@susiesarkisian.com

Susie Sarkisian knows her job title makes people tilt their heads when they hear it. But when you think about it, Senior Living is not only about the senior – it’s about the family too. As a daughter whose father had Lewy Body Dementia, Susie found herself drawn to supporting her mother, the caregiver. Professionally, Susie is a CTI (Coaches Training Institute) Certified Life Coach, and is specially trained in listening, coaching, supporting, and validating others. Susie believes wholeheartedly that caring for anyone who is aging can be both hard and beautiful at the same time.

RSVP by emailing: humanresourceswp@kensingtonsl.com

12pm – 2pm OR 5pm – 7pm EST

Have you ever considered a career in senior living? Become a part of our community, where you’re treated like family!

Kick off your professional New Year at The Kensington White Plains! Mix and mingle with Kensington Team Members and hear firsthand about how they began their senior living career, the professional growth opportunities available, and what makes Kensington White Plains such a special place to work.

Stop by for our hot cocoa bar and delicious winter sweet treats, and a lunch or dinner made with love by our Executive Chef Norm. Interview, tour the community, experience the various departments, and feel the warmth of Our Promise: to love and care for families as we do our own. From nursing and dining to life enrichment and business administration, there’s something for everyone and there’s room to grow!

For questions, please email our Director of Team Member Services at humanresourceswp@kensingtonsl.com

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Here’s to a Happy, Healthy Brain in 2024!

Kick off your New Year with new tools to take better care of your brain. Kensington Senior Living is proud to partner with Dr. William Mansbach, CEO & Founder of CounterPoint Health Services, for this educational webinar all about maintaining cognitive health.

Whether you want to learn how to support your aging loved one’s memory or how to boost your own brain health, this complimentary event is for you! Dr. Mansbach will share simple, tangible tips backed by research that you or your loved one can incorporate into daily life. Learn how to: reduce risk of cognitive decline, identify issues as they arise, measure progress, and implement the 15 for Me program.

At Kensington Senior Living, Our Promise is to love and care for your family as we do our own. We are committed to improving the quality of life for seniors, as well as the caregivers who love them. So, we seek out support from specialty experts to deliver topical information and resources.

Dr. William Mansbach, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Mansbach Health Tools, LLC which supports the BCAT® Research Center.  He is also the Chief Executive Officer and President of CounterPoint Health Services, a multi-disciplinary behavioral healthcare company specializing in geriatrics and dementia care.  For many years, he was the Chief Operating Officer of the largest geriatric behavioral healthcare company in the U.S. specializing in long-term care.  Dr. Mansbach has an international reputation as a researcher, clinician, and consultant in the aging field.  He was a pioneer in the development of memory clinics and is the creator of the BCAT® and ENRICH® Systems, which integrate cognitive tests, interventions, and dementia prevention programs. He is the co-author of the award-winning book, Brain Health as You Age: A Practical Guide to Maintenance and Prevention.  Dr. Mansbach’s most recent peer-reviewed articles can be found on the BCAT® Research Center page.

For questions, please email Brenda Moynihan, Director of Marketing & Outreach, at bmoynihan@kensingtonsl.com.

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Come In from the Cold & Make Yourself Right at Home
 

Oh, the weather outside is frightful … But it’s warm and cozy here at The Kensington White Plains!

As the snowflakes gently fall and the new year fills the air, we’re excited to invite you to our Mystical Winter Warmer Cocktail Party! Join us for an evening of warmth, laughter, and delightful drinks as we celebrate the season in style.

Come in from the cold and enjoy a hot toddy or “rumchata” hot cocoa to go with our favorite winter warming munchies! Mix and mingle with other business professionals and warm up from the winter chill surrounded by great company. We can’t wait to celebrate the winter season with you and create memories that will warm our hearts all year long.

Join us for this mystical evening and get a reading about your 2024 future from an experienced psychic.  Please indicate if you would like a reading from our psychic when you RSVP.

For questions, please email Brenda Moynihan, Director of Marketing & Outreach, at bmoynihan@kensingotnsl.com.

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Register HERE to join our virtual streaming

Learn ways Medicare may pay for adult caregivers to provide care for their loved ones.

At The Kensington, we know that few topics can be as complex and critical as Medicare. Current Medicare policy overlooks the significant challenges facing tens of millions of family members caring for Medicare beneficiaries at home. Without improved support from Medicare, the need for home-based services will continue to outpace the ability of family caregivers to provide care.  Join Mark Brownstein, Director of Medicare for Emerald Medicare, as he breaks down how to navigate your Medicare plan options.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) proposes involving health care practitioners in training caregivers of patients with certain diseases or illnesses (such as dementia) to carry out a treatment plan. This means that Medicare would pay health professionals to train family caregivers on managing medications, assisting with activities of daily living, and using medical equipment. Mark Brownstein will share the latest developments in Medicare and help you learn how get the most benefit from it.

This is a hybrid event. If you can’t join us in-person at The Kensington, we invite you to tune into our event virtually. Please register on Zoom here. If joining in-person, a delicious dinner by our Executive Chef Norm Fintz will be served.

Our Promise at The Kensington is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And we do. We are here for you – skilled, prepared and ready to participate fully in your care journey. As specialists in all aspects of care for both Assisted Living and Memory Care, we offer services and programs that are thoughtfully designed, clinically comprehensive and highly personalized. We’re standing by, eager to listen and ready to help. 

Mark Brownstein is highly regarded as a “trusted educator and advisor” and the Director of Medicare for Emerald Medicare. He a fully licensed Medicare professional servicing 25 states. Mark has received industry recognition as a highly energetic leader who is both committed to the highest fiduciary standards and to service quality. He is a passionate, independent, and dedicated provider of comprehensive and competitive Medicare solutions. As an advisor, Mark has built his career based on objective education to assist in implementing Medicare solutions to meet clients’ changing needs.  Mark has extensive experience working with individuals, veterans, Financial professionals, medical offices and CPA and tax professionals to implement Medicare solutions to meet clients’ changing needs.  He and his team of 7 are committed all year long to service quality. Mark has provided Medicare solutions for over 1,800 clients and conducted educational workshops for over 3,000 clients and trusted advisors.  Mark has 2 local monthly radio shows focused on discussion that support seniors. Mark is also a CSA (Certified Senior Advisor).

For questions, please email Brenda Moynihan, Director of Marketing & Outreach, at bmoynihan@kensingtonsl.com.

To RSVP, please email coaching@susiesarkisian.com

The Kensington White Plains is thrilled to partner with Susie Sarkisian, Family Support Coach, for our bi-weekly Virtual Spousal Support Group. Please join us on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (with the exception of holiday days).

This group will offer a safe, welcoming and private setting for spouses to share their caregiving experiences, connect with other spouses going through the same journey and receive insight from an expert. Our Spousal Support Group is open to all spouses who are caring for their partner, whether that partner is living at home or in a community.

Our Promise at The Kensington is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And we do. We are here for you – skilled, prepared and ready to participate fully in your care journey. Our Assisted Living and three tiers of Memory Care are thoughtfully designed, clinically comprehensive, personalized, and able to accommodate couples, even if their needs are different. 

Please note: Complimentary for Kensington Families, extra cost for families outside our community.
For more information or to connect with Susie on any of her caregiver groups, please contact Susie Sarkisian at coaching@susiesarkisian.com

Susie Sarkisian knows her job title makes people tilt their heads when they hear it. But when you think about it, Senior Living is not only about the senior – it’s about the family too. As a daughter whose father had Lewy Body Dementia, Susie found herself drawn to supporting her mother, the caregiver. Professionally, Susie is a CTI (Coaches Training Institute) Certified Life Coach, and is specially trained in listening, coaching, supporting, and validating others. Susie believes wholeheartedly that caring for anyone who is aging can be both hard and beautiful at the same time.

A Monthly Virtual Gathering for Caregivers

To RSVP, please email coaching@susiesarkisian.com

At The Kensington, YOU, as a family caregiver, matter to us as much as our residents do. We understand that caregiving for a senior with or without dementia is a demanding responsibility. We also believe that it is one you should not undertake alone.

That’s why we strive to preserve your well-being by helping you stay positive, manage fatigue and make the most of moments as your loved one’s body and memory changes. Join us the second Monday of every month to share time connecting with other caregivers and discussing common challenges in a welcoming, private setting. Let The Kensington be your trusted resource for information and the comforting ally you need!

Please note: This event is complimentary for current Kensington families, but does involve a fee for guests.
For more information or to connect with Susie on any of her caregiver groups, please contact Susie Sarkisian at coaching@susiesarkisian.com

As a daughter whose father had Lewy Body Dementia, Susie found herself drawn to supporting her mother, the caregiver. Professionally, Susie is a CTI (Coaches Training Institute) Certified Professional Coach, and is specially trained in listening, coaching, supporting, and validating others. Susie believes wholeheartedly that caring for anyone who is aging can be both hard and beautiful at the same time.

To RSVP, please email coaching@susiesarkisian.com

The Kensington White Plains is thrilled to partner with Susie Sarkisian, Family Support Coach, for our bi-weekly Virtual Spousal Support Group. Please join us on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month (with the exception of holiday days).

This group will offer a safe, welcoming and private setting for spouses to share their caregiving experiences, connect with other spouses going through the same journey and receive insight from an expert. Our Spousal Support Group is open to all spouses who are caring for their partner, whether that partner is living at home or in a community.

Our Promise at The Kensington is to love and care for your family as we do our own. And we do. We are here for you – skilled, prepared and ready to participate fully in your care journey. Our Assisted Living and three tiers of Memory Care are thoughtfully designed, clinically comprehensive, personalized, and able to accommodate couples, even if their needs are different. 

Please note: Complimentary for Kensington Families, extra cost for families outside our community.
For more information or to connect with Susie on any of her caregiver groups, please contact Susie Sarkisian at coaching@susiesarkisian.com

Susie Sarkisian knows her job title makes people tilt their heads when they hear it. But when you think about it, Senior Living is not only about the senior – it’s about the family too. As a daughter whose father had Lewy Body Dementia, Susie found herself drawn to supporting her mother, the caregiver. Professionally, Susie is a CTI (Coaches Training Institute) Certified Life Coach, and is specially trained in listening, coaching, supporting, and validating others. Susie believes wholeheartedly that caring for anyone who is aging can be both hard and beautiful at the same time.