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As John’s civilian career evolved with law enforcement, his military experience gave him the foundation for success. He credits leadership qualities, strong and clear communication skills, ensuring community security as being guiding principles. John’s community involvement continued after retirement. The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) trained John to prepare and respond to disasters, utilizing fire safety, search and rescue, team

Chicago would be his destination before discharge. John and his buddies walked the city. They hoped to see a White Sox game at Wrigley Field but having money for that kind of event did not seem possible. However, a kind police officer invited them to follow him into an entrance that brought them to the best seats possible – at

Finding Affordable Care The cost of a personal care assistant can seem high, especially if you don’t have any experience coordinating care for yourself or a loved one. However, we wager that home health care is more affordable than you think. In fact, senior health care is exceptionally affordable if you look for the correct service and have the right

Join us each week in the month of November for a short blog about John’s military life. John begins his mission For John Heintze, military service defined his commitments, strength of character, love of country and community, and desire to serve. It was John’s intention to volunteer for the draft in 1954 to take advantage of a two-year sign-up rather

Exploring the Benefits of Home Care Using in-home care to support aging in place is increasing in popularity, and for a good reason. In addition to providing services that older adults may need, it also allows them to keep living in the comfort of their own homes. With this service, you receive most of the benefits of a senior living

Establishing Care with an In-Home Aide Home health care aides play a vital role for thousands of seniors. For aging adults, it can be essential to establish in-home care to administer critical services while your loved one stays at home. But it can be challenging to choose an in-home aide that meets the proper standards for care. There are three

Chronic loneliness in older adults: How to make a difference Most of us have felt lonely at some point in our lives. But chronic loneliness impacts more than just your happiness… it can affect your physical and mental health.  I think back to my parents as they aged and remember them asking for company on Sundays. It was so difficult

Home For the Holidays The holidays can be a difficult time for people in assisted living communities. It’s easy to isolate yourself from friends and family, especially as the seasons shift to the cold and dark of winter. But we contend that winter, and especially Christmas, can give way to one of the most wonderful times of the year.  

Assisted living can be a tough topic to bring up to your loved one. Or if you are a potential resident, it can be scary to imagine leaving your home for the care of a community like Good Shepherd.   Even though there are a host of amenities and benefits to living in a community home, we thought we would

I look forward to the Olympics every four years.  It’s a good break in the TV fair offered day in and day out. This is a chance for world athletes, no matter their specialty, to compete on the world stage.  Games of running, jumping, and throwing originated in Athens, Greece.  The modern games were brought to life in 1896. The