Edgewood Mandan at Lakewood

05/01/2026

Meet Wanda. A nurse. A storyteller. A reminder that the heart of healthcare doesn’t retire.

Wanda spent 45 years at the bedside. Now, she’s on the other side of it. What started as a practical choice turned into a cross-country career full of one thing: people who mattered.

This Nurses Appreciation Month, we’re celebrating the ones who never stopped being who they are.

You can retire from nursing. You can’t retire from caring. After 45 years, Wanda knows the difference between care that’s given… and care that’s felt. At Edgewood Healthcare, she found it.You can retire from nursing.You can’t retire from caring.45+ years. ER. Surgery. OB.Wanda has seen it ...

04/23/2026

Today we celebrated our MVP’s! Thank you Jenna and Sammy for ALL you do. These ladies do a lot behind the scenes and always with a positive attitude and smile.

04/21/2026

"We need a place for Mom… and Medicaid needs to start NOW."

If only it worked like that. Medicaid isn’t a sprint it’s a marathon with paperwork.

But planning early? That’s the game‑changer. Our teams walk families through the process long before the crisis moment hits.

Less chaos. More clarity. Better outcomes.

Many families start the Medicaid conversation when they’re already in crisis, but the process takes time. Understanding the basics and planning ahead can make all the difference when care is needed.

04/08/2026

Different generations. Same heart. Turns out the generation gap isn’t as wide as we think. At Edgewood, volunteering has no age limit; it’s simply about showing up, pitching in, and connecting.

This National Volunteer Month, we’re celebrating everyone who brings their heart, humor, and willingness to help. Because, these are the moments where bonds are formed, wisdom is passed down, and joy shows up in the most unexpected ways.

At Edgewood, volunteering isn’t about age - it’s about heart. Join us this National Volunteer Month and see how giving back can brighten lives.

04/03/2026

Easter Bunny hopped through the snow to bring some Easter treats!

03/31/2026

Ever wonder what a caregiver’s day really looks like?

It’s not just a job. It’s thousands of small moments that matter. Every day looks a little different, but it always centers around each resident, and it doesn’t always end when the shift does.

As we wrap up National Caregiver Appreciation Month, we’re reminded just how much heart goes into each day. At Edgewood, residents have been leading the way in showing that appreciation.

It starts early, moves quickly, and rarely slows down. A caregiver’s day is filled with compassion, patience, and moments that matter. Here’s a closer look at the life of a caregiver.

03/18/2026

An assessment isn’t a test, it’s a conversation.
A chance to understand daily routines, preferences, support needs, and life goals in a relaxed, personal way.

It’s about people first, not paperwork. It’s the foundation for care that feels more personal, more thoughtful, and built around the person, not the process, and there’s more to it than meets the eye.

Understanding a senior living assessment doesn’t have to be intimidating—it’s a conversation to help match residents with the right care and support.

02/26/2026

This team!! It’s more than a job to them - it’s friendship, teamwork, and genuine love for the work they do every single day. Thank you for always showing up with kindness, patience, and dedication.

02/20/2026

The world cheers for gold medals.
We celebrate the Golden Years.

While the wrapped up, Edgewood-Virginia, Minnesota hosted its own Winter Games, proving the Golden Years still come with plenty of competitive spirit.

Different arena. Same determination. And a whole lot of laughter.

From chopsticks and cotton balls to teamwork and laughter, Edgewood Virginia’s Olympic Week proves the golden years deserve their own gold medal moments.

02/19/2026

Outside: 🥶
Inside: 🔥😊
We’ve got the heat turned up and the happiness even higher! Winter can stay out there — we’re cozy!!

02/18/2026

Thinking “maybe next month”… again?

Big decisions have a funny way of circling the calendar. Especially the ones about where and how you or your loved one calls home. Familiar feels safe. Change feels big.

But falls, missed medications, and isolation do not wait for the “perfect” time. Sometimes the best thing you can do for tomorrow is think about it today!

Families often say, “Maybe next month.” But while waiting feels kind, it can quietly add stress and risk. Learn the signs it may be time to plan ahead for senior living—before a crisis forces the move.