'I was glad I was there': Men, women who served in WWII, Korea, Vietnam honored
Residents — the eldest 101 — at Brookdale Fort Myers Cypress Lake, a local senior living community, include veterans from World War II, between 1939 and 1945; the Korean War, between 1950 and 1953; and the Vietnam War, between 1955 and 1975.
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Veterans honored for their service at Novi senior living community
One of the things that makes Veterans Day special is the stories we get to hear and share from the men and women who dedicated their lives to serving our country.
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Maryville Air Force Veteran reflects on decades of service
A retired Maryville Air Force Veteran who served in three separate wars says he’s sharing his story for all of those who can’t.
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World War II Veteran shares his story
A veteran who served nearly a century ago is one hero among many being recognized this Veteran’s Day. Rupert Sutphin, who is a 100-year-old Air Force veteran went overseas to Germany and fought in World War II.
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Brookdale Meridian and Stronger Together Foundation Honor Veterans
Brookdale Meridian celebrated Veterans Day with a special ceremony.
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Murray State University Students Host Brookdale Fall Festival
Murray State University’s College of Education and Human Services recently volunteered to host Brookdale Murray’s Fall Festival over the month of October. It was an opportunity for residents to engage in physical and social activities set up by students.
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World War II, Korean War veteran turning 102 years old on Veterans Day
Arnold Compas will be turning 102 years old on Veterans Day. He served in both World War II and the Korean War.
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Woman stops her weekly bridge game to celebrate 102nd birthday
A woman in Tennessee recently stopped her weekly bridge game to celebrate her 102nd birthday. Maxine Eastland, the dedicated scorekeeper, said she loves playing cards but agreed to take a break to celebrate her special day with her daughter and friends.
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Tennessee woman celebrates 102nd birthday, says she drinks a glass of wine every day
A Middle Tennessee woman is celebrating a milestone birthday. Maxine, 102, loves playing bridge and always keeps score.
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Veterans Take Flight in Restored WWII Era Plane
Veterans in Shreveport and Bossier had the opportunity to do something many thought they’d never do again - take flight. The flights were 20 minutes long and took them 1,000 feet in the air.
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Walk to End Alzheimer's Event Held in Winston-Salem
Marcus Dorsey, who lost his grandfather to the disease in 2016, said that loss has now encouraged him to work within the Alzheimer's community. He works at Brookdale Senior Living, caring for those with memory loss. This is his second year walking.
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Still going strong: New Bern woman set to turn age 108 in December
Joan, 107, has been living in Eastern North Carolina for decades. Her secret to a long life includes good genes, good friends, and eating an orange every day.
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Shelby Air Force veteran celebrates 101st birthday
The Air Force veteran celebrated his 101st birthday at Brookdale Senior Living with friends and family, and he shared some memories from his long life.
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Celebrating George Andrew Cunningham Beattie III on his 101st birthday!
A Brookdale resident and Veteran in North Carolina recently celebrated his 101st birthday!
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Brookdale Kenmore opens up Little Free Library to community
Several residents at Brookdale Kenmore came up with the idea to build a Little Free Library where the public can take or leave books.
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