Saturday, October 26th has been designated as National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. From 10am-2pm, you can drop off unused prescription drugs to a local agency that will safely dispose of them. You can use this link to find a location near you that is accepting unused prescription drugs. Drugs dropped off are received by […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and more so every year, we see our communities covered in pink ribbons, shirts, symbolism and support. We are inundated with ways to support the cause, and it is important to remember why we as a community come together in support of the people who fight this disease. What […]
Halloween is a real treat at Evergreen Senior Living! That’s why we’re inviting you and your little ghosts and goblins to come and enjoy a night of Halloween fun. Be sure to wear your scariest or funniest costumes and participate in a variety of exciting Halloween festivities. Your kids can fill their bags to the […]
It’s normal to experience occasional lapses in memory as we age. However, there are many things you can start doing now to get a head start on battling mental decline. Take a look at the following ways you can help your brain perform at its best right now and in later years. 1. Get Enough Sleep […]
There may come a time when your aging parents need additional assistance in money management. Frequently, older adults need help due to a variety of reasons such as mental, visual, and physical decline and increased susceptibility to scams. Confronting your loved one about finances can be a delicate situation. However, it’s an important step to […]
“Music gives a soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination and life to everything.” ― Plato No matter your age, music touches everyone. Science has confirmed that as humans, we are hard-wired to have a response to music. Whether you like jazz, classical, pop, rap, blues or a mixture of […]
Assisted Living Week September 8-14 is National Assisted Living Week. Evergreen Senior Living communities across the state will be celebrating with a variety of activities and educational opportunities. The theme for this year’s celebration is “A Spark of Creativity”. The theme, as developed by the National Center for Assisted Living aims to inspire residents to […]
Alzheimer’s causes various changes in a person’s body and brain that can lead to poor judgment, altered sense of time and place, confusion, lost sense of balance, and changes in vision, hearing, and depth perception. All of these changes can affect seniors’ safety and should be kept in check. Consider the following elderly safety tips […]
Falling is one of the most common senior safety issues. It can result in devastating injuries and in some cases, even death. Adults over the age of 65 are at a higher risk of falling, with one in four Americans suffering from a fall each year. Understanding the causes of elderly falls can help you, […]
Spend your Saturday with Evergreen Place Assisted Living in Normal at our free Senior Palooza music festival this September! This event is open to the public. So, grab your friends and family and come enjoy a free day full of delicious food, live entertainment, and much more. Date: Saturday, September 14th Time: 11 am – […]