The Barrymore Senior Living

05/15/2026

Today was the perfect day for a picnic in the park. We enjoyed watching the Missouri River roar by with the best company ever. 🥪 🐿️

05/14/2026

🌟 EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: TATIANA 🌟

This week we are shining the spotlight on one of our AMAZING Memory Care Support Partners — Tatiana! 💜 Fun fact: she was the VERY FIRST employee in our Memory Care neighborhood! Talk about setting the tone for greatness! 🎉

If Tatiana had a theme song for work, it would definitely be 🎶 “Party in the USA” because according to her, “it’s always a good time!” And honestly… she brings that fun energy everywhere she goes! ✨

Her ultimate workday fuel? 🥤 Red Bull + purple Skittles — the perfect power combo! 💥

If her team had their own TV show, it would be called 📺 “Super Girls” because this crew gets the job DONE! And if they needed a mascot? 🛡️ The Vikings — strong, fearless, and unstoppable!

One small thing that instantly makes Tatiana’s day better is 😊 a smile — which is fitting because her smile is absolutely contagious!

Her favorite phrase at work:
💡 “Work smarter, not harder.”

Best advice she’s ever received:
💜 “Keep going, never give up.”

Tatiana says her proudest accomplishment is simply “being here knowing someone depends on me.” And let me tell you — she does an incredible job every single day. Her kindness, dedication, and heart make such a difference to everyone around her.

If she wasn’t working in Memory Care, she would be rocking the customer service world in the banking industry! 💵

Tatiana, thank you for all you do each and every day. Your positivity lights up the neighborhood, your heart is so kind, and we are so lucky to have you on our team! 💜✨

05/13/2026

05/12/2026

“Nurses are a unique kind. They have this insatiable need to care for others, which is both their greatest strength and fatal flaw.”

To round out nurses week we’re so honored to be able to recognize our nurses that keep Barrymore healthy with compassion and dedication. Thank you again to all nurses that work to serve others as they would their own.

05/12/2026

As we continue celebrating our AMAZING nurses during Nurses Week, we’ve been treating them to some extra fun along the way! 🍦☕

We continued with an elevated ice cream bar loaded with every topping you could imagine — because our nurses deserve the sweetest treats! Then yesterday, we rolled in a coffee bar that gave everyone the perfect pick-me-up to power through the day.

We truly can’t thank our nurses enough for the compassion, dedication, and love they show our residents every single day. They are the heart of our community, and this week is all about celebrating YOU! 💙✨

Stay tuned… more fun may still be brewing! 😉

05/11/2026

This episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cottey College⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ in Nevada, Missouri.

Elizabeth and Charlie explain how a dementia diagnosis impacts the entire family system in "Dementia and the Family." Roles often shift dramatically and conflicts can arise around caregiving.

Join Elizabeth Thompson Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP), Certified Montessori Dementia Care Professional (CMDCP), Positive Approach to Care Trainer (PAC), Certified Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Care Trainer (CADDCT) and Charlie Johnson as they chat about dementia-related topics, including personal experiences, with the goal of helping family members and friends learn more about how to navigate the dementia journey. This podcast will offer support, information, and a sense of community to those affected by memory-related conditions, helping them navigate their journey with greater understanding.

This episode of 'Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast' was recorded LIVE from the Haidee and Allen Wild Center for the Arts, at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

05/11/2026

Join us tomorrow at 1pm CST, 2pm EST for our weekly Dementia Care support group!

https://zoom.us/j/2096854630

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day! We had a delightful day celebrating all the incredible moms that make our community what it is. 💐

05/08/2026

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Meet Jacob! 🌟

Say hello to Jacob, one of our incredible Sous Chefs who has been part of the team since December 2025! 👨‍🍳 From his hard work in the kitchen to the positive energy he brings every day, Jacob is someone we’re lucky to have around.

🎵 If Jacob had a theme song, it would definitely be Under Pressure — fitting for someone who handles the heat like a pro!

👀 If he could swap jobs with anyone here for a day, he’d choose Plant Operations Director Aaron because “he always has something interesting going on.”

📺 If Jacob’s team had a TV show, it would be called “Running on Coffee and Sysco.” Honestly… we’d watch that. ☕😂

🚛 A random skill people may not know about Jacob? He can back a trailer better than most people can park!

🌿 On his days off, you’ll usually find him tackling yard work and getting things done.

😊 One small thing that instantly makes his day better? A smile — and if you know Jacob, you know he’s always sharing a great one himself.

💡 The best advice he’s ever received: “Attitude is a choice.”

🔥 What keeps him motivated on tough days? Pride in his work and doing his best every day.

🧠 If he could instantly master one skill for his role, it would be mind reading… which honestly might come in handy in a busy kitchen!

🏔️ And if he could work from anywhere in the world for a month, it would be in the mountains.

🎶 Jacob always has music playing while he works, and you’ll usually catch him jamming out to reggae and beach-vibe radio while keeping the kitchen running strong.

Jacob, we truly love having you on the team. Your hard work, dedication, positivity, and that great smile never go unnoticed. Thank you for everything you do each and every day — we appreciate you! 👏💙