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Welcome to Fellowship Square's Blog page! We're glad you're here. This is where seniors, families and trusted advisors can find information on senior living, types of care and successful aging. We offer tips on topics such as planning for a move to a retirement community, what life is like in senior living and how to pay for all different levels of senior care. We also share stories about our Organization's history, campus events and other musings about life at Fellowship Square Phoenix. We hope you enjoy.

Senior Living vs. in-home care: How to Decide

January 31, 2023

As we age, we often face tough decisions regarding our living situation. People often research and compare two options: receiving in-home care versus moving into a senior living community. This post will look into the different types of home health care services, examples of each, and the costs involved. We will explore the same points in senior living so you can easily compare the two options side-by-side to determine the best option for you and your family. Read More

Categories: General, Independent Living, Assisted Living

Tags: in-home care, home health care

A Tale of Two Sunnysides...

July 12, 2022

Fellowship Square Phoenix was built in 1981, and before construction began, our address was recorded with Maricopa County as 2002 W Sunnyside Drive. Forty-plus years later, we haven't been able to determine why our address was recorded that way - did the sign always say Avenue Read More

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Resident's Perspective

April 13, 2022

Sometimes we all need a little reminder to take a step back and look at our blessings in life. A few months ago, one of our residents, Lucille C., shared her musings about finding joy with us. We loved it so much that we asked if we could post it on our blog, and she agreed! Whether it's COVID or anything else going on in the world, looking for small things Read More

Categories: General, Independent Living

Tags: Senior Living in Phoenix, Resident's Perspective, life in senior living

Reflections' Memory Care Activities

September 01, 2021

Humans are multifaceted beings. We have the basic needs of food, water, shelter, and clothing, but we are so much more than our basic needs. Those needs don’t just go away when living with dementia. In Reflections Memory Care, we focus on 6 specific areas of mental and physical wellness: Intellectual, Social, Environmental, Spiritual, Emotional. Read More

Categories: Assisted Living, Memory Care

Tags: Memory Care Activities, Memory Care, Living with Dementia, Alzheimer's care

We Still Serve the 1%

August 25, 2021

Eighteen months later, here we are. We can move more freely and are forever thankful to see our residents' smiling faces again, who we missed so much last summer. And yet, 18 months later, we are still in a pandemic. Getting vaccinated gave me the confidence to go out and about, knowing that not only was I protected, but I was also safeguarding those around me Read More

Categories: General, In The News

Tags: COVID-19 Vaccine, covid-19 and seniors, life in senior living

Four Tips for Downsizing

February 22, 2021

Unless you are one of the few people who follow the mantra, "if I haven't touched it in a year, I don't need it," preparing for a move almost always feels like a daunting task. The longer we live in our homes, the more 'stuff' we accumulate. And while some items Read More

Categories: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care

Tags: Senior Independent Living, Independent Living Phoenix, Assisted Living, Moving into senior living

Moving into Senior Living During COVID

December 01, 2020

While speaking with a colleague last week, she mentioned that a friend is looking for Independent Living for her grandmother. Still, she and her grandmother are both nervous about moving into a retirement community during the COVID pandemic. Read More

Categories: Independent Living

Tags: life in senior living, covid-19 and seniors, Senior Living in Phoenix, moving into retirement community

Kristie's Corner

August 25, 2020

What a joy to be back at Fellowship Square Phoenix. After spending some time getting to know the leadership team it is clear they are amazing and dedicated to Read More

Categories: General, Independent Living

Tags: life in senior living, Independent Living, Retirement Living in Arizona

Promotions Announced

July 21, 2020

One of the (many) wonderful things about being part of the Christian Care/Fellowship Square team are the extensive opportunities for professional growth. Read More

Categories: General, Independent Living, In The News

Tags: careers in senior living, Fellowship Square Phoenix, better together, jobs in senior living, Senior Living in Phoenix

Beginning of a new journey

July 07, 2020

My journey as part of the Christian Care ministry began in 1987. How amazing to be part of this growing ministry, now the largest not-for-profit in Arizona with 6 campuses. Read More

Categories: General, Independent Living, In The News

Tags: Senior Living, Retirement Living in Arizona, Senior Living in Phoenix, 40 years of service, Independent Living, Assisted Living

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