TUESDAYS WITH TED
Every Tuesday, Ted Field visits a different senior community or company that specializes in working with seniors around the Twin Cities. Watch his videos to see where he's been!
2/23/2021
TEALWOOD SENIOR LIVING
Today we visit with Lindsay Brown at Tealwood Senior Living. She shares with us the procedures that have helped limit the spread of Covid throughout their communities. We also learn the changes and openings they are making.
2/16/2021
ALL SAINTS SENIOR LIVING
Today we visit with Jeanne Jones at All Saints Senior Living in Shakopee. She shares with us what makes their community special plus the level of care they provide. Also the changes to their programs and activities now available.
2/9/2021
RILEY CROSSING
Today we visit with Lana Thomason at Riley Crossing in Chanhassen. She shares with us the protective measures, like visits from "The Swab Squad", to maintain a safe and healthy community. Plus the independent living and additional services available for residents.
2/2/2021
THE WATERS OF EDINA
Today we visit with Geoffrey Brown at The Waters of Edina. He shares with us the precautions and level of care they maintain to provide a safe and happy environment for their community. Limited in-person tours are being offered now!
1/26/2021
WESTRIDGE OF MINNETONKA
Today we visit with Jennifer Przeslawski at WestRidge of Minnetonka. She shares with us the welcoming and family-like community they have in a great, convenient location. Plus the move in special they have happening now!
1/19/2021
SAINT THERESE
Today we visit with Barb Hemberger at Saint Therese in New Hope. She shares with us the independent living apartments they offer, as well as full continuum of care options they provide. Apartments are available now!
1/12/2021
CARE OPTIONS NETWORK
Today we visit with Susanne Grochett with Care Options Network. She shares with us their guidebook and directory for senior care professionals, as well as their online network and newsletter. These are great resources for those in the senior care industry.
1/5/2021
VILLAGE SHORES
Today we visit with Kayla Beehler at Village Shores in Richfield. She shares with us the strength of their service and level of commitment they offer for their residents.
12/29/2020
SPECIAL EDITION
Today is a special edition where I share with you what Tuesdays with Ted is about, and tell you a little bit about Senior Services.
12/22/2020
GRACE HOSPICE
Today we visit with Jessica Steele at Grace Hospice. She shares with us how to support a grieving friend or relative, especially around this time of year. She also shares with us how to take care of yourself if you yourself are dealing with grief and depression.
12/15/2020
HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE
Today we visit with Chris Mathews and Monica Bertrand at Home Instead Senior Care. They share with us the exertise and quality of care their caregivers provide, and what makes them "the best of the best".
12/8/2020
AURORA ON FRANCE
Today we visit with Lynn Thoresen at Aurora On France. She shares with us their unique connection with Fairview Southdale, and their exceptional transitional care unit.
12/1/2020
THE WATERS OF EXCELSIOR
Today we visit with Christina Newton at The Waters of Excelsior. She shares with us the many perks their community offers along with their levels of care options. Plus we hear from some of the current residents!
11/24/2020
SCANDIA SHORES OF SHOREVIEW
Today we visit with Zack Nelson at Scandia Shores of Shoreview. He shares with us the independent living style they offer, plus the precautions they have in place to maintaining a safe community.
11/17/2020
MAINSTREET VILLAGE OF RICHFIELD
Today we visit with Kerri Riester at Mainstreet Village of Richfield. She shares with us the attention to care and family at their community, as well as the benefits and features of living at Mainstreet.
11/10/2020
FRIENDSHIP VILLAGE OF BLOOMINGTON
Today we visit with Pauline Drake at Friendship Village of Bloomington. She shares with us the the many features they offer being a CCRC (continuing care retirement community), and their new expansion!
11/10/2020
EMERALD CREST MEMORY CARE
Today we are with Christine Drasher at Emerald Crest in Victoria. She shares with us their unique setting, multiple locations, and special focus on memory care.
11/3/2020
THE PILLARS OF SHOREWOOD LANDING
Today we are at The Pillars of Shorewood Landing with Chris Deibele. She shares with us the levels of service options provided from IL (independent living), AL (assisted living) and memory care. We also learn about the care and precaution they are taking during these times.
10/27/2020
TOWERLIGHT ON WOODDALE
Today we visit with Amanda Williams at TowerLight on Wooddale Avenue in Saint Louis Park. She shares with us the various living options they offer, plus the intergenerational programs unique to their community.
10/20/2020
THE PILLARS OF WHITE BEAR LAKE
Today we visit with Vicki Seidl, the sales and marketing director for The Pillars of White Bear Lake. She shares with us their unique niche in the senior housing community, as well as the level of care shared throughout.
10/13/2020
THE ELMWOOD
Today we visit with Taylor Reh, property manager for The Elmwood, a 55+ apartment community opening soon in St. Louis Park. She shares with us the independent lifestyle and activities they will offer.
10/6/2020
THE FOUNTAINS AT HOSANNA
Today we visit with Beverly Kossack at The Fountains at Hosanna, a faith-based senior facility in Lakeville. She shares with us the activities and benefits they offer at their community.
9/22/2020
GENTLE TRANSITIONS
Today we visit with the owners of Gentle Transitions relocation services, Bill Lehman and Diane Bjorkman. They share with the benefits and services they offer when moving and/or reorganizing. From packing and sorting to floor planning and settling in, they cover it all.
9/15/2020
AVIDOR EDINA
Today we visit with Deena Carlson, the lead leasing advisor at Avidor Edina. For seniors looking to maintain and active lifestyle, this may be the place for you! Deena shares with us the amenities and benefits of living within the Avidor community.
9/8/2020
FLOURISH SENIOR LIVING
Today we visit with Traci Schabert, the director of housing at Flourish Senior Living. She shares with us the "welcome home" attitude and fun atmosphere with the Flourish family. We also hear from some of their residents.
9/1/2020
GLOBAL POINTE SENIOR LIVING
Today we visit with Mary Bunnell, the director of marketing at Global Pointe Senior Living. She shares with us the variety of living arrangements they offer as well as the services and activities available. We also hear from the owner and developer, Mark Globus, on why he built this community.
8/25/2020
JENSEN LAW FIRM
Today we visit with Rick Jensen of Jensen Law Firm. He shares with us invaluable information when it comes to planning your estate, and the importance of updating your will and beneficiaries.
8/18/2020
VERNON TERRACE OF EDINA
Today we visit with Marti Briest, Assistant Manager at Vernon Terrace of Edina. She shares with us the unique features of their property and facilities, as well as the care and diligence their staff is taking during these times.