As part of National Nutrition Month 2014, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics encourages everyone to “Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right.” Good nutrition is vital to health and well-being for everyone and enhances a healthy community. One focus of National Nutrition Month addresses how we maintain interest and motivation to make the effort to […]
Senator Sherrod Brown Visits Bethany Village, Discusses ‘Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act’
Today, Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) visited Bethany Village announcing his bipartisan legislation Improving Access to Medicare Coverage Act. The bill is a quick fix to a loop-hole in current Medicare legislation in which all hospital stays are covered for seniors regardless if the stay is deemed for “observation status” or “inpatient status.” Currently, “observation status” […]
Winter Safety Tips for Seniors
The residents of Bethany Village never have to worry about shoveling snow. One of the benefits to living at a CCRC like Bethany is the maintenance-free lifestyle. For the rest of us, a winter storm usually means braving the elements to dig out our cars. Shoveling snow is hard, aerobic work. Cold temperatures mean your heart […]
Healthy Super Bowl Snacks
The Super Bowl is just days away. This means you’ll probably be eating a lot of snacks while watching the Denver Broncos battle the Seattle Seahawks for the Vince Lombardi Trophy. It’s possible to have a fun Super Bowl Sunday and still maintain a healthy diet. Here are a few tips for not blowing your […]
The Health of the Heart
By Craig Cole Bethany Village Exercise Physiologist Cardiovascular health is of utmost importance in our society due to the increase in cardiovascular disease. In the United States each year, about one out of every four deaths is a result of heart disease. Cardio health is a priority within the realm of exercise. The heart, arteries, […]
November Is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month
National Alzheimer’s Disease Month was first designated by President Ronald Reagan in 1983. This year, President Barrack Obama issued a proclamation, marking the month, asserting America’s desire for research which will one day cure the disease. The text of that proclamation follows: “Alzheimer’s disease is an irreversible and progressive brain disease that slowly erodes precious […]
Happy Veteran’s Day
Graceworks Lutheran Services honors those who served this Veteran’s Day. On Friday, Nov. 8, Bethany Village residents came together to reflect on both personal and military history. Bethany is home to many residents and we are proud of their service. Many of our veteran residents displayed items from their military careers. A photo gallery illustrates […]
Lack of sleep increases stroke risk
Did you know that lack of sleep increases stroke risk? Researchers looked at the sleep habits of more than 5,000 people over a three-year period. Those researchers found that the individuals who slept less than six hours or less a night were four times more likely to suffer a stroke compared to those who got […]
New website for adults seeking home care
To meet the growing preference of seniors to age in place and to provide the community with more information on home care, Graceworks at Home has launched a new website www.graceworksathome.org. Visitors to the site will find: Answers to questions about home care Services to meet needs Resources Testimonials from individuals who have experienced Graceworks […]
Bethany nurses use innovative Living Lab for training
When pneumonia-flu season arrives, Bethany Village nurses will be ready. About 120 Bethany nurses are getting prepared for the upcoming pneumonia season by practicing with “Mrs. B.” Mrs. B is an electronic human patient simulator in the Living Laboratory, a unique homelike environment for nursing education operated by the Nursing Institute of Wright State University […]
