July 4th celebrates our nation’s independence from British rule, known in the 18th Century as the Kingdom of Great Britain. The Second Continental Congress voted for independence on July 2nd, 1776, issuing the official Declaration of Independence of the 13 Colonies on July 4th. While the American Revolutionary War waged until 1783, July 4th remains […]
June 21st is the “official” date by which our calendars mark the start of the summer season. At the summer solstice, the nights are the shortest and we enjoy the longest days of the year. The temperatures are the warmest we experience during our four seasons as we are turned toward the sun more so […]
Staying hydrated is vital to our overall health. We have all heard the continuing mantras to bring eight classes of water each day or to push the fluids when we are under the weather. Our bodies need water to survive; even our ability to regulate our body’s temperature is dependent on our intake of water. […]
Since its inception in 1994, Men’s Health Month has been recognized each June. According to the Men’s Health Month website, the purpose of Men’s Health Month is to heighten the awareness of preventable health problems and encourage early detection and treatment of disease among men and boys. This month gives health care providers, public policy […]
If you have ever experienced a migraine headache, you know all too well how painful and incapacitating they can be. According to the Migraine Research Foundation, migraine headaches are the 3rd most prevalent illness in the world, and the 6th most debilitating illness. The month of June is dedicated to migraine awareness – educating sufferers, […]
It’s that time of year … the days are becoming longer and summer break is nearly upon us. The sun is hanging around more each day and the temperatures are growing steadily warmer. With summer right around the corner, there is anticipation in the air to get out and be more active. Kids are out […]
Life Unrehearsed is our trademarked philosophy for caring for loved ones suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. At Evergreen Senior Living, our Decatur, Orland Park and Chillicothe locations provide memory support at The Legacy. At The Legacy, residents facing these challenges The Evergreen Senior Living team wants to share their knowledge of how to […]
Evergreen Senior Living is devoted to providing care, support and resources to older American and their families. For nearly 20 years, our mission has been to support and maintain the dignity, independence and wellness of each senior and their family. Now, in May 2017, we celebrate Older Americans Month; a time set aside to acknowledge […]
Evergreen Senior Living in Orland Park is celebrating their one-year anniversary of providing senior living options to the residents of Orland Park and the surrounding areas. This campus, set next to Parkview Christian Church, provides assisted living and memory support for seniors. We are proud to have been in business for one year and look […]
The week of April 24-28, 2017, is a celebration of the success of the Supportive Living Program as an alternative living option for seniors as well as persons with physical disabilities. The theme for 2017’s Supportive Living Week is “Happiness is Ageless”. This is the 10th year of this celebration, sponsored by the Affordable Assisted […]