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magnolia manor OFFERS SENIORS faith-Based assisted living


It’s the servant leadership ministry and


spiritual care that set Magnolia Manor apart from other assisted living communi- ties in the Columbus area. Tis charitable, non-profit organization, which is affiliated with the United Methodist Church, meets not only the physical, emotional and social needs of the residents, but also their spiri- tual needs, no matter the resident’s reli- gious affiliation. There are seven ministers on the staff of


the corporation, which has eight Magnolia Manor campuses in South Georgia. One of those ministers serves the Columbus resi- dents and staff. Te Columbus campus, which is the new-


est member of the Magnolia Manor family, provides a continuum of care from assisted living, skilled nursing care and rehabilita- tive therapy to specialized memory care. Magnolia Manor East is a 210-bed nurs- ing center, while Magnolia Manor West is a 166-bed nursing center. Tere are 44 apart-


ments in Magnolia Manor Assisted Living and about 50 residents in memory care. While many facilities say they are like a


family, that is really how Magnolia Manor operates. The staff is well-educated, expe- rienced and compassionate. Te person overseeing the entire campus is a licensed nursing center administrator, and there are administrators for each of the two build- ings—the assisted living and nursing cen- ter. Te assisted living administrator is also an LPN. Every staff member is part of the Magnolia Manor family, rather than com- ing from a staffing agency, and many staff members have been with the facility for years. Tey are committed to servant lead- ership characterized by patience, kindness, humility, selflessness, forgiveness, honesty and commitment. In addition to the services and ameni-


ties that are standard to assisted living communities, Magnolia Manor enriches resident’s lives through Renaissance Living


morningside Continues its dediCation to residents ... But with a new look


Morningside Assisted Living of Colum-


bus has undergone a face lift during the last few months. New carpeting and flooring has freshened the appearance. What hasn’t changed is the attitude of the long-time staff, many of whom have been with Morningside since it opened in 1999. Director Melissa Ryland is a good example


of the staff ’s care and dedication. She started with Morningside in 2001 as a nurse. Now, as director, she knows every resident by name. “Room numbers don’t mean anything here,” she explains. “We know the rooms by the people who live in them.“


4500 stadium drive • ColumBus 706.561.5560• morningsideofColumBus.Com With only about 42 residents, Morning-


side is like a real home and lives up to its philosophy: “More than a place to live, it is a place for living.” That is evidenced by the “Welcome Home” sign at the entrance, the smiling staff and the smell of home-cooked meals that the happy residents enjoy. Ryland says that even on the most frus-


trating day, she loves what she does, and the rest of the tight-knit staff feels the same way. In addition to providing personal attention


and pleasant surroundings, the staff at Morn- ingside also promotes the “Healthy Gen- eration” approach that balances five areas of good health: physical, intellectual, spiritual, social and emotional. Tere are activities and programs scheduled every day to meet the resident’s individual needs and desires. The staff makes the routine of daily life an


adventure with special events like outings to restaurants, shopping centers and the the- ater. Te residents are also involved in clubs and special interest groups and interact with speakers and volunteers. In order to ensure that Morningside is a real home, pets are


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permitted, and the residents and staff are encour- aged to mingle and get to know each other. While the personal touch is the most important aspect, Morningside has all


the


amenities any real home needs: nutritionally sound but popular meals, laundry and house- keeping services, assistance with routine daily functions and health assessment and education. The staff also builds confidence and independence among the residents by promoting healthy practices and providing for the physical wellbeing of the residents. Morningside’s appearance is as welcoming


as your own home with its manicured lawn, flowerbeds and Southern style front porch. There is a comfortable living room, parlor and library where residents can gather to chat. Te dining room, with its small tables and fresh flower arrangements, encourages fellowship and relaxing family-type meals. Tere are currently two rooms available.


You can call 706.561.5560, access informa- tion online at morningsideofcolumbus.com or better still, visit in person at 4500 Stadium Drive right across from Shaw High School.


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programs. Studies show that participation in creative activities is good for the over- all health of older adults. These programs embrace creativity through music, poetry, painting, writing and other fine arts. There is no better evidence of Magno-


lia Manor’s superior atmosphere, care and concern than trust. When the assisted liv- ing administrator required rehab after sur- gery, she elected to stay in Magnolia Man- or’s nursing center; trusting her health and future to her coworkers.


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