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Brenda Learns to Quilt

Brenda Learns to Quilt

by Lisa Krauss | Oct 15, 2025 | Aging Life Care, Creative Life, Finding Purpose in Life, Hobbies for Seniors, Learning New Skills, New Chapter in Life, Quality of Life, Senior Activities

After Brenda’s husband passed away, her children reached out to Growing Options for help with Brenda’s care. Brenda had an early stage of dementia, which allowed her to stay in her home independently for the time being, but her children worried about her living alone,...

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