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Penny Hardaway
Whether or not you’re a sports fan, if you hail from the 901, you know who Penny Hardaway is. The NBA All-Star player from Memphis has seen a lot of success in his career and it’s all come full circle. He’s right back where he belongs...coaching the Tigers and repping the hometown that made him.
Navigating The Next Step
As your loved one ages, their changing needs might prompt you to reconsider their living situation. However, the variety of options for different senior living arrangements might feel overwhelming as you begin to research. We have compiled a simple breakdown of the most popular living opportunities, along with what you might expect to pay at each!
Memphis Makes Me... Embrace the Past, Present, and Future
Instead of letting 2020 turn us into Scrooges this Christmas season, we’ll all be finding new ways to be merry in Memphis. This holiday season Theatre Memphis helps us hold the old traditions close so we support the new things to come.
Memphis Rox
Memphis Rox is more than a rock climbing gym. It’s quickly becoming a pillar of unity, community connection, and hope in South Memphis. This world class climbing facility provides hours of fun for both professional climbers and first-timers. And their pay-what-you-can model ensures that everyone has access to this Hidden Mem!
Dr. Benjamin L. Hooks
Many Memphis children can attest to the sense of thrill when stepping foot in the Benjamin L. Hooks Central Library. It's fitting that such a center for dreaming and learning is named for one of Memphis’ most beloved heroes. Hooks was a Memphis local who fought alongside giants of the Civil Rights Movement. And his legacy now lives on in the largest library in the city.
Rightsizing: The Joy of Less
Most of us postpone sorting through the clutter in our homes because it’s stressful, and downsizing can conjure up feelings of deprivation. Let’s get rid of the idea of “downsizing.” In this blog post we dive into rightsizing and shed light on the freedom and power that can come from making decisions about what to keep in your home.
Ida B. Wells
Ida B. Wells is a picture of the true spirit of Memphis. She championed the rights of the oppressed in our city, even in the face of unimaginable hardship and danger. Her struggle paved the way to freedom for others, and left a legacy of hustle and grit that runs deep in our city today.
Elmwood Cemetery
As the leaves begin to change if you’re looking for an outdoor adventure that involves history, nature, and maybe even a little spookiness, check out the oldest active cemetery in Memphis: Elmwood Cemetery. It’s beautiful grounds are full to the brim of fascinating stories of great Memphians!
Memphis Hero: Tom Lee
Most Memphians are familiar with the verdant Tom Lee Park located downtown on the riverfront; however few are familiar with the heroic story of this park’s namesake. Take a minute to read the story of Tom Lee’s harrowing rescue on the Mighty Mississippi – what a display of the type of courage our city is built on.
Moving On: 5 Concerns Seniors Face
A lot of security and comfort can be found in that geographical center of our lives that we call “home"; that physical place where you prepare your meals, gather your people, and rest your head. But if you’re heading into retirement the idea of moving on from that home can be overwhelming. We’ve compiled a list of considerations we frequently hear as retirees approach this new season of life.
A Day at the Beach ... In Memphis
Looking for the perfect way to savor the last bit of summer? How about a beach day complete with sand, sun, water, shells, and relaxation? Right here in Memphis!
Your Real Home
Home is more than the house you live in. And as your season of life changes it may require you moving to a more manageable space where your family can continue making memories. The transition from familiar to new can be a delicate one for you and everyone in your family, but we know that your memories will withstand the changes – and we’re here to help you make the transition when the time is right.
A Summer Night-In
If the Memphis summer heat has you wanting to craft the perfect summer night-in, we’ve got you covered. Allow us to direct you to a BBQ restaurant recently inducted into the BBQ Hall of Fame, a local brewery with Memphis-themed beers, and the best gourmet popcorn in the city.
Memphis Makes Me... Want to Listen
Memphis has quite a story to tell. And perhaps it’s a story best told through music. But I’m not just listening to the music. I’m listening to the stories behind the music. I’m listening to the history of a people who have shown a brilliant resilience in the face of oppression and injustice, poverty and destruction. We have a story to tell and it’s not over yet. That makes me want to listen.
Memphis Hero: Danny Thomas
St. Jude founder Danny Thomas said he founded the children’s cancer research hospital because “no child should die in the dawn of life.” Today his dream still lives on through the many heroes creating and receiving treatments at St. Jude.