Have you or a loved one suggested the option of moving into an assisted living facility? An assisted living facility is a community for seniors who need a little extra help to perform daily tasks like bathing, dressing, cooking, and managing their medications. These communities offer housing and support services, as well as on-call or […]
The Safer, More Affordable Alternative to Long Hospital Stays
If you or a loved one has recently recovered from a major illness or medical procedure, you should be sure to fully explore your options for long-term care and recovery. Today, home-based healthcare – in which a qualified nursing professional visits a patient at home to provide recovery care – is on the rise. The […]
7 Summer Safety Tips for Seniors
Summer is officially here, and experts agree that it’s going to be a particularly hot one across much of the globe. Older adults are especially vulnerable to rising temperatures during extreme weather. Those who have poor circulation, high blood pressure, illnesses that cause weakness or fever, or those who take certain medications may be even […]
A Guide to Nursing Home Centers
There has never been a better time to grow older. Today we are living longer, have access to advanced medical care, and can choose from a wealth of retirement and residential options. The wide variety of retirement living options had led to an explosion in the use of these facilities. Nearly ten percent of older […]
How Living in Retirement Communities Can Help Alleviate Depression in Seniors
It can affect every aspect of your life, stealing your energy, changing your appetite, and diminishing joy. Of the approximately 40 million senior adults in America, about 15% suffer from some form of depression. While 58% of older adults think it is “normal” to become depressed, depression in seniors is actually a very serious illness. […]
Rock Steady Boxing at Bethany Village, We Share the Hope
Parkinson’s disease, a disease recognized usually by name but many times not by what it is. Parkinson’s is classified as a progressive neurological disease in which the substantia nigra is affected. This part of the brain produces dopamine which allows for bodily movement. When these dopamine producing neurons die, movement dysfunction occurs. Parkinson’s symptoms noticeably […]
Alex’s Exercise of the Month– Seated Dumbbell Shoulder Press
Whether you’re reaching to put something up on the top shelf or simply opening a cabinet door or even simply pushing yourself up out of a chair, we use our shoulders in many tasks we perform throughout a given day. The dumbbell shoulder press is one the best exercises for strengthening and toning the muscles […]
Powerful Advice for Healthy Aging
How does one age well? It’s a subject that’s been explored since antiquity, with no definitive answers. While there may be no cure for aging, there are ways to ensure that you enjoy your retirement years in the healthiest way possible. What to Expect Knowing what to expect as you age is critical to making […]
9 Proven Ways to Reduce Stress
Stress remains a constant in our fast-paced society, even in retirement. Absent or busy family members, financial worries, or feelings of loss can trigger ongoing stress that negatively impacts your health. Stress is a natural reaction to sudden, demanding circumstances. But when the stress becomes chronic and ongoing, it becomes a problem. Are you handling […]
Chaplain’s Corner – Growing Season Begins!
June is a happy month. There are many graduations and weddings in June. These are times when we celebrate growth, because someone has moved on from being a student or being a single person. Farmers are pretty happy because this particular time means that all the planting has been accomplished and this is now the […]
