Caring is EssentiAL To kick off Assisted Living Week, we celebrated Grandparents’ Day with a huge surprise. The next best thing to seeing your grandchildren on grandparent’s day is receiving a singing telegram or poem from them! Director Joyce Benton either sang or read a poem to residents that were selected by their grandchildren. Decorated […]
Around 6 million Americans experience depression later in life. Many go untreated, as geriatric depression is often misinterpreted as symptoms of an illness or side effects of medications. This condition is not a normal part of aging and should be treated as any other medical issue. Elderly depression not only increases a senior’s risk of […]
An AARP national survey showed that 51% of American seniors bought a new tech device within the past year. Even though many seniors are jumping on the technology bandwagon, there are still many who are reluctant to learn how to use the tech properly or are not using it to its fullest potential. Some seniors […]
Most people are aware of the many benefits of physical activity, but what about social activity? Interacting with others is just as critical to our health, especially for the senior population. Many seniors may lose their daily social activities as they age due to various reasons such as mobility issues or family members and friends […]
The senior population of the United States is growing each year. In 2018, there were 52 million seniors with significant growth expected for the next ten years. Life expectancy has also increased. Many of these seniors are living alone and are dependent on their families to be part of their health safety net. It can […]
Several months ago, our team began planning a hybrid event building on the success of last year’s progressive breakfast. With COVID protocols, we decided to have a drive-through style breakfast with the theme of Cruise-in Through the Years, where we would provide delicious pre-packaged foods from some outstanding local vendors. Participants would top at Evergreen […]
One Big Decision Are you considering Assisted Living for yourself or a loved one? We understand that this can be a difficult yet important decision. You probably wouldn’t purchase a home on the spur of the moment, so why wait until the last minute to make decisions about future care needs? Waiting until the last […]
There may come a time when it isn’t in your loved one’s best interest to stay at home. Whether it’s due to a physical or mental condition, the day may come when it’s no longer possible for your family member to live by themselves or even for you or an at-home caregiver to handle their […]
Through the vibrant Life Enrichment program at Evergreen Place Assisted Living of Champaign, we offer opportunities for our residents to stay engaged by way of social, educational, and cultural programming. Each activity is designed to specifically meet the interests, needs, and abilities of our residents. During this extraordinary time, we’ve gotten extra creative, while still […]
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served daily in our restaurant-style dining room, Traditions. Residents socialize with their peers while enjoying our chef’s featured home-style favorites or menu options that are always available. Our Bistro Café offers an alternative space for gathering and snacks, like ice cream socials bingo & popcorn, and happy hours. Our culinary […]