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Cold Comfort at the Church of the Dancing Girl

Posted on November 24, 2018 by Bob Ritzema

I have mixed feelings about attending unfamiliar churches. On the one hand, it’s interesting to see the worship practices of various faith communities and meaningful to join with them in the majestic, never-ending stream of praise that, if the book … Continue reading →

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What Matters Most to Assisted Living Residents

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Bob Ritzema

The National Center for Assisted Living reports that the average age of individuals in assisted living facilities in the US is 86.9 years.  The average length of stay is about 28 months.   Martin Bayne is an exception to the typical assisted living … Continue reading →

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