Pinnacle Groves Senior Living

04/27/2026

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 discuss the "Hand Under Hand" method used in dementia care. This approach is small, simple, and incredibly powerful for both caregivers and those they serve.

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.

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04/24/2026

At Pinnacle Groves Senior Living, family engagement in Memory Care can spark joy in powerful ways. With guidance and support, families can stay connected through moments that truly matter.

Read more:
https://pinnaclegrovesseniorliving.com/blog/pinnacle-groves-senior-living-family-involvement-memory-care/

Discover how family involvement in Memory Care at Pinnacle Groves Senior Living supports connection, engagement, and well-being.

04/23/2026

At Pinnacle Groves Senior Living, we believe the little moments of appreciation can make a big difference!
We handed out “High Fives” to our incredible staff as a small way to say thank you for all that you do, every single day. Your compassion, dedication, and hard work do not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful to have such an amazing team serving our residents with heart. 🙌

04/22/2026

There’s something special about gathering around the table for a meal made with fresh, local ingredients. Tonight at Pinnacle Groves, we enjoyed a beautiful Farm-to-Table Dinner filled with delicious flavors, warm conversation, and community.
From garden fresh ingredients to thoughtfully prepared dishes, every bite celebrated the simple joy of sharing a meal together. 🌿🍅

04/22/2026

Spring Cleaning Day at Pinnacle Groves!

We had a great Spring Cleaning Day here at Pinnacle Groves Senior Living, and we did it with the wonderful support from our friends at Arrow Senior Living! Together, we rolled up our sleeves, got organized, and brought a little extra shine to our home.
Here’s to a clean, refreshed community and a beautiful season ahead! 🌸✨

04/17/2026

04/15/2026

The Art of Re-Directing in Dementia - Thoughtful Connections Ep. 76

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thoughtful-connections/episodes/76--The-Art-of-Re-Directing-in-Dementia-e3hlr4f

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 "The Art of Redirecting" in dementia care. This technique gently shifts a person's attention away from something distressing and guides them to something calming.
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.
Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for new episodes.
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***Our Podcast is not medical advice but aims to provide support to caregivers and their loved ones.

04/10/2026

At Pinnacle Groves Senior Living, supporting small businesses is one more way the community stays connected. From unique local shops to welcoming gathering places, these relationships make everyday moments more meaningful.

Read more:
https://pinnaclegrovesseniorliving.com/blog/supporting-local-businesses-pinnacle-groves-senior-living/

Discover how Pinnacle Groves Senior Living supports local businesses through partnerships, events, and meaningful community connections in northwest Arkansas.

04/07/2026

The first week of April, we all acted as fools! 🤪

April 1st - Silly Sock Day
April 2nd - Wacky Hat/Hair Day
April 3rd - Favorite Sports Team Day
April 6th - Inside Out Day
April 7th - Dress Like a Department Head Day

04/07/2026

Understanding Triggers and De-Escalation - Thoughtful Connections Ep 75

https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/thoughtful-connections/episodes/75--Understanding-Triggers-and-De-Escalation-e3hh3t0

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.
Charlie and Elizabeth analyze "Triggers and De-escalation," providing the most common triggers for those living with dementia and the key strategies for de-escalating from the moment.
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.
Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thoughtful Connections: A Memory Care Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for new episodes.
Produced in collaboration with: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Arrow Senior Living Management⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠el L.H Productions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
***Our Podcast is not medical advice but aims to provide support to caregivers and their loved ones.

04/05/2026

Hoppy Easter from Pinnacle Groves! 🐣

Brunch, an Easter Bunny and multiple egg hunts! Families came to join us for the festivities and we had a great time!