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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
COVID-19 Booster for Omicron BA.4/BA.5: FDA Authorizes Updates
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued emergency use authorizations (EUAs) for updated boosters for new variants of COVID-19. These formulas of the Moderna
How Medication Influences Alzheimer’s Personality Changes
Pegasus Senior Living Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen created the Connections program for memory care. She holds qualifying certificates in family
The Warning Signs of Dementia: Personality Changes
Pegasus Senior Living Senior VP of Health and Wellness Dr. Sandra Petersen created the Connections program for memory care. She holds qualifying certificates in family
How Seniors Can Manage the Flu Season: 2022
Tips for Seniors to Combat the 2022-23 Flu Season Amid COVID-19 Seasonal influenza (“flu”) is a common illness we fight every year, and seniors are
The Dog Days of Summer: Pet-Friendly Senior Living
Early July to mid-August classifies as the hottest days of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. According to The Old Farmer’s Almanac, it’s the 40
Have You Heard What People Are Saying?
At Pegasus Senior Living communities across the country, seniors and their families are giving us rave reviews. Imagine coming home to a warm, welcoming community