Support Groups and Resources
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Spring 2024 Early Stage Support Group
"The 8-week course was the best thing we ever did once he received a diagnosis of dementia. It’s a blessing to come here and have these free resources, and we don’t even live at Cross Keys Village!" ... Read More
Three Questions for Kim Korge
The screening was well attended, with 35 households participating - some from the village and some from the neighboring communities. What impressed me this time is that most participants asked for the challenging version of the test (there is a more basic, "easier" option). This choice shows me how serious, how aware people have become about cognitive functions. Of course, such a screening isn’t a diagnosis. It gives you a baseline to measure your progress, and I encourage participants to share this baseline with their health care provider. It is also worth sharing that more than two thirds of the individuals undergoing the test show no sign of significant memory impairment. ... Read More
Finding Where You Belong
It seems like just yesterday that Rich Hutchison was “absolutely against” moving from his longtime home in Annapolis to a retirement community. His wife June, however, saw the advantages and she persisted in suggesting such a move, backed by a chorus of good friends who had already made the jump. Slowly, Rich, a retired US Army Officer, started warming up to the idea and he began a spreadsheet comparing the merits of over 80 Continuing Care Retirement Communities, scattered all over the country. ... Read More
Ministry on a Mission
Residents in Mission Point have long enjoyed worship services, bible study groups and face-to-face visits with our Pastoral Care chaplains. When the pandemic of 2020 began without warning, the devoted team needed to revise their approach. Quickly, they took advantage of modern technology and adopted a whole new way of staying connected. ... Read More
Volunteering in 2020, a Snapshot
Cross Keys Village has been a thriving organization, supported by hundreds of volunteers for many years. When coronavirus precautions were quickly put into effect this past winter, I had no idea how much was about to change in our department. For the first time, volunteers were not permitted to perform duties in Mission Point, Brookside, Harmony Café or Campus Inn. Services like the campus shuttle, or assisting with shopping trips were abruptly halted. I found myself working from home for two months, then moving into the Harmony Ridge building. In just a few weeks, momentous change affected our department’s function and structure. ... Read More
A Memorable Year for Memory Care
2019 was a year of growth for Dementia Friendly America. What began as a grassroots effort has now grown into a solid community program, working with businesses to create safe spaces for those living with a neurocognitive disorder. Over 100 businesses and organizations have committed to become Dementia Friendly: Retailers are creating dementia friendly check-outs or offering the services of a trained personal shopper; Financial services professionals will use dementia-friendly practices to help maintain clients’ independence while protecting them from financial abuse; A faith community will help keep the person living with progressive dementia remain connected, and much more. We are deeply grateful to Adams and York County businesses that have embraced Dementia Friendly America and are taking steps to learn how to serve our aging population better. ... Read More
A Day of Light and Love
From 10:30 to 2:00, food trucks will be open in the main parking lot within easy reach from the pond area ... Read More