August is here with Fisherman’s Picnic weekend upon us! Everyone looks forward to having families and friends back in town for the festivities. It has been a fun-filled summer for elders at the North Shore Care Center, thanks to our beautiful sunny weather. The residents hope the sun continues to shine all weekend so they can try their luck at... READ MORE >
Summer is finally here, which means more time outdoors for the residents at North Shore Care Center. The elders have been spending time on the patios whenever possible for gardening, games, making s’mores, and a recent concert by the Flute Reed Ramblers. July 2 marked the halfway point of the year. July is also National Picnic Month, Family Reunion Month,... READ MORE >
The warmer weather is definitely welcomed by residents at the North Shore Care Center. Many elders have already enjoyed time on the patios and everyone looks forward to the official first day of summer. June is National Gardening Month, Men’s Month, and Dairy Month, but also includes festivities for Flag Day, Father’s Day, and summer solstice–the longest day of the... READ MORE >
May is Older Americans Month and the North Shore Care Center will celebrate with many special activities– especially during National Nursing Home Week, May 10-16. The month will begin with residents and staff participating in the “Move It in May” program as a team approach to help each other become more active through movement and exercise. We will track our... READ MORE >
Spring fever has arrived for residents at the North Shore Care Center with longer days of sunlight and the anticipation of warmer days ahead. Everyone is looking forward to outdoor activities in April to celebrate National Garden Month, Earth Day, and Arbor Day. The residents will start planting seeds indoors and hope to spend time on the patios for fresh... READ MORE >
Kay Rosenthal The North Shore Care Center begins its Golden Anniversary activities this Sunday, March 8 with an open house from 1-4 p.m. March 8 marks 50 years to the day that the newly constructed 24-bed nursing home was first introduced in 1965 to the citizens of Cook County. Many community members may recall the excitement surrounding the opening of... READ MORE >
The residents at North Shore Care Center know how to beat “cabin fever” with a full calendar of activities scheduled for February. This month has plenty of excitement, from the Super Bowl and Groundhog Day, to Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day, plus Mardi Gras and Chinese New Year. A music recital was performed by eight homeschooled students on Wednesday, February... READ MORE >
The holiday season was a memorable one for residents at the North Shore Care Center. There was music, gift giving, traditional foods, carolers, and good times with family and friends. The residents want to thank the local churches, American Legion Auxiliary, Care Center employees, and several families for their generous donations. 2015 is here! There was the usual year-end trivia... READ MORE >
The spirit of giving is always in season at North Shore Care Center thanks to the commitment of over 70 volunteers this past year. The residents count their blessings for family, friends, employees, and community members who give so much. As the holiday season begins, the giving continues with donations for the Resident Council Holiday Sale and Secret Santa gifts.... READ MORE >
There will be an abundance of activities for residents at the North Shore Care Center during November. The gardens are cleaned up and the colder weather means more time indoors to work on craft projects and baking for our upcoming Resident Council Holiday Sale. November is American Heritage Month, as well as deer hunting season, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and... READ MORE >
