Residents gathered on October 14 to learn about the most common risk factors for falls as well as ways to keep your home and environment safe. Tonya Chambers from Kettering Health Network presented information on how balance works. Physical Therapist, Christina Cooper, shared information on balance-improving exercises and answered questions after the presentation. How […]
Plan for a Continuum of Care During Physical Therapy Month
October is Physical Therapy Month. Our recent blog post covered resources that can help you and your loved ones better understand the principles and value of physical therapy. However, knowing the importance of physical therapy is not helpful unless you have access to high quality therapy services. It is important, when selecting a retirement option, to […]
Build Your Knowledge During Physical Therapy Month
Build Your Knowledge During Physical Therapy Month Our recent post about factors to consider when choosing a retirement home highlighted the importance of rehabilitation services, including physical therapy. October is National Physical Therapy Month, the perfect time to do some research on this critical aspect of retirement care. If you or a loved one are […]
Bethany Resident Wins Photography Contest
Congratulations to Bethany Resident Lew Hann who was just selected as a winner of the annual Washington-Centerville Library “Beyond Point and Shoot” photography contest. Lew won in the travel category. The picture (at left) is titled Spiritual Splendor and was taken inside St. Mary’s Basilica in Krakow, Poland. “It’s a picture of the main sanctuary,” […]
Healthy Retirement: Fitness for All Seasons
Bethany Village is committed to helping older adults maintain a healthy and active lifestyle. The warm weather of summer is stretching into September, but cooler weather is just over the horizon. Fall and winter can actually be the most critical time to exercise according to Craig Cole, Exercise Physiologist at Bethany Village. “When the […]
Active Aging week in the Fitness Center
Each year, tens of thousands of living communities across the United States take part in Active Aging week sponsored by the International Council on Active Aging. It is a week in which older adults are encouraged to engage in physical activities to promote a healthier lifestyle. Again, Bethany took part in promoting this activity to […]
Seniors to Seniors: Lessons of a Lifetime
Seniors to Seniors: Lessons of a Lifetime All across Ohio, thousands of young adults are entering their final year of high school. “Senior year” is one of the most exciting times of a person’s life. It is full of opportunities to celebrate success, reflect on twelve years of education and prepare for the future. With […]
Bethany Village resident artists earn state awards
LeadingAge Ohio hosted the 2015 Statewide Resident Forum Art and Writing Show in Columbus on September 10 and 11. The art show was held in conjunction with the statewide LeadingAge Ohio conference. This year nearly 1,000 residents submitted works to the LeadingAge regional art and writing shows across Ohio. Bethany Village submitted over thirty entries […]
Bethany Village Celebrates With Oktoberfest
On Thursday, September 17, Bethany Village residents and their invited guests enjoyed a special evening of German food, drink and culture! The first annual Oktoberfest went off without a hitch. Musicians from the University of Dayton New Horizons Oompah Band and the Sauerkraut German Band performed for residents and staff. Favorites like bratwurst, warm German […]
How to choose a retirement community
How to choose a retirement community Choosing a retirement community can be difficult. The best senior living communities are designed to help older adults get the most out of life, but the best retirement environment for one person may not be the best for everyone. We put together this guide to choosing a retirement community […]
