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By Dr. Sandra Petersen, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, GNP-BC, PMHNP-BE, FAANP Senior VP of Health and Wellness, Pegasus Senior LivingFounder of
Hi, I’m Dr. Sandra Petersen, Senior VP of Health and Wellness at Pegasus Senior Living. As the flu and COVID-19
Caring for a loved one with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia is a heroic journey. As a caregiver, your
As our loved ones age, making informed decisions about senior care becomes increasingly important. There are approximately 31,000 options for
We often think of improving our diet as a way to get physically healthier — but it also has profound
When choosing a place to live during retirement, why settle for just any senior living community when you can opt

Do Seniors Need Cars to Get Around Ridgeland, MS?
For many seniors, a driver’s license represents decades of self-sufficiency. It’s the ability to drive to the Ross Barnett Reservoir on a Tuesday morning, meet

How Ridgeland Seniors Can Prepare Their Estate Before Assisted Living
Planning for the future can feel complicated, especially when it involves legal decisions, finances, and healthcare needs. At Ridgeland Place, families often begin exploring their

Supporting Seniors in Ridgeland: Adult Day Care and Respite Services
Family caregivers in the Ridgeland and Madison area often search for temporary care without fully understanding the two distinct options available. Adult day care offers

What Are the Best Gift Ideas for Ridgeland Seniors?
Black Friday 2025 drew 129.5 million in-person shoppers and nearly 135 million online shoppers, proving that the hunt for the perfect gifts remains a beloved

Alzheimer’s and Dementia: Types and Care Apartment Options in Ridgeland
Almost one in nine Americans age 65 and older has Alzheimer’s. Globally, a new case of dementia is diagnosed every 3.2 seconds. These statistics represent

Senior Facilities vs. Communities in Ridgeland, MS
Today’s older adults aren’t shuffleboard stereotypes from retirement community brochures of decades past. They’re booking Airbnbs, streaming Netflix, mastering smartphones, and planning adventures. Many reject
