by Paige Gurgainers | Sep 30, 2026 | Aging Well, Assisted Living, Family Resources, General, Health & Wellness
September may be Healthy Aging Month, but healthy aging isn’t something that fits neatly into 30 days on the calendar. At The Columns, we believe healthy aging is about the small choices, meaningful relationships and daily routines that help older adults continue to...
by Paige Gurgainers | Sep 16, 2026 | Assisted Living, General, Life at the Columns, Senior Care Planning
When many families hear the words “assisted living,” they picture a medical setting with rigid schedules and little independence. In reality, assisted living often looks much more like everyday life; just with extra support, meaningful activities and a community of...
by Paige Gurgainers | Sep 9, 2026 | Assisted Living, Family Resources, General, Health & Wellness, Life at the Columns
Healthy aging is often associated with nutritious meals, regular exercise, preventive care and a good night’s rest. Each of those things matter, but there is another important part of well-being that can be easy to overlook: connection. Friendship, purpose and...
by Paige Gurgainers | Aug 25, 2026 | Assisted Living, Caregiver Support, Family Resources, General, Senior Care Planning
When someone you love begins needing more help, knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. You may hear terms like assisted living, nursing home, skilled nursing, and memory care… often during a time when your family is already facing difficult decisions....
