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The start of a new year is the perfect time to reflect on the last twelve months and set goals for the future. Older adults benefit from setting achievable goals that enhance their well-being and quality of life. We talked with the staff at Meth-Wick about five essential ideas older adults should consider when making …

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The open enrollment period for Medicare coverage in 2024 runs until December 7, 2023. This is the annual period when existing Medicare beneficiaries can make changes and update their plans for 2024. Changes made during this period will go into effect on January 1, 2024. Who can make changes during Medicare open enrollment? During the …

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There’s a reason why Meth-Wick Community continues to stand as a beacon of excellence in senior living—it’s a place where generations of families come together to embrace a future that’s vibrant, secure, and full of promise. Director of Operations, Amber Jedlicka, sheds light on what makes Meth-Wick a destination of choice for older adults and …

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In the ever-evolving landscape of senior living, Meth-Wick Community demonstrates its commitment to excellence in its revitalized mission statement: “A dynamic Active Aging Community focused on living life to its fullest.” It blends Meth-Wick’s values with a vision for a future that’s vibrant, inclusive, and purposeful. Director of Operations Amber Jedlicka walks us through the …

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Meth-Wick Community is honored to be named Best Senior Living Community by the Corridor Business Journal, yet again. This well-deserved recognition serves as a testament to the remarkable culture, innovation, and dedication fostered at Meth-Wick, a culture that CEO Robin Mixdorf and her team have diligently nurtured during their tenure. Today on the blog, Mixdorf …

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Designing living spaces that prioritize comfort, safety, and accessibility is crucial for older adults to thrive in their homes. At Meth-Wick Community, we are dedicated to creating environments that promote the well-being of all our residents, in all of our Style of Living options. Let’s explore some of the design features we employ on campus …

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Meth-Wick resident Don Johnson, a veteran of the United States Navy, was recently recognized by the Cedar Rapids- and Iowa City-area Veterans Affairs (VA) in honor of his 107th birthday. The event was held on May 22nd at Meth-Wick Community, where Johnson was presented with a plaque with a special coin from the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, …

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Painting, gardening, tapping to the beat of the music, decorating a cake—all activities our memory care residents at Arbor Place enjoyed in their younger days. Today, thanks to a new therapeutic game system, they can interact with those familiar experiences in a safe environment that encourages physical, social and cognitive engagement. The Tovertafel is an …

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