Small Communities, Big Care: Navigating Assisted Living
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Navigating Elder Care
Sunday, October 26, 2025
Host Laura Daniels and Jimmy Caldwell of Imagine Wellness, a 16-bed residential care home, discuss choosing the right assisted living. They highlight the personalized care, exceptional 1:4 staffing ratio, and holistic approach found in smaller settings. The episode emphasizes why families should start the care conversation before a crisis and how genuine compassion leads to residents truly flourishing.
Chapters:
00:00 Introduction: The Eldercare Journey
01:45 Focus on Small Assisted Living Communities
02:22 Meet Jimmy Caldwell, Owner of Imagine Wellness
02:43 Inspiration for a Small, Boutique-Style Home
05:05 Core Values and Holistic Care Philosophy
06:57 The Impact of the 1:4 Staffing Ratio
08:25 Peace of Mind and Staff Consistency
09:23 Small Home vs. Large Assisted Living
11:14 Flexibility and Individualized Care
13:06 Success Story: A Resident Blossoms
14:57 Advice: Plan Before the Crisis Happens
16:39 A Typical Day at Imagine Wellness
18:04 Setting Expectations and Transparent Communication
19:34 Accommodating Hobbies and Personal Touches
21:11 "Living Still Happens Here" Philosophy
23:30 Contact Information for Care Advocates & Imagine Wellness
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