“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 […]
Caregiving is physically and emotionally demanding and can easily become overwhelming to even the strongest people. It’s important for caregivers to recognize the benefits of self-care. If the stresses of caregiving are continuously ignored, it can begin to take a toll on your physical health and mental well-being, and your ability to properly care for […]
This June, the Alzheimer’s Association is sponsoring “Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month”. The Alzheimer’s Association is committed to ending Alzheimer’s disease, and finding a cure to stop this deadly disease. Alzheimer’s is a brain disease that causes a slow decline in memory, reasoning skills and thinking. Nearly 6 million Americans suffer from this disease, with […]
The Census Bureau estimates there are nearly 750,000 veterans living in Illinois today. A large number of them served during the Vietnam War and are at the age when an assisted living or supportive living community might be appropriate. Assisted living and supportive living provide private apartments where seniors can live in a community of […]
A good night’s sleep is an amazing gift! You know the mornings you wake up feeling refreshed and ready to conquer the day? Those are so much better than the nights of tossing and turning, waking up feeling sluggish and foggy. Healthy sleep is a critical part of both physical and mental health. With a […]
Evergreen Senior Living Communities in Illinois are celebrating Supportive Living Week from April 22-26. The theme for 2019 is “Never Stop Dancing”. Music and movement pair effortlessly. The language of music is universal and for seniors, songs can evoke memories to various pivotal times in their lives. Just the sound of a familiar tune can […]
Spring is in the air and the home and garden centers are full of tress, plants, flowers and herbs to be purchased and lovingly planted at home. Tending to your own personal piece of nature can be very soothing and relaxing. Whether you grow a garden full of vegetables or just enjoy the blooms of […]
Researchers continue to push to better understand Alzheimer’s disease, what causes it, and if there is a cure. New studies have shown that hearing loss and Alzheimer’s disease may be connected. Hearing loss does not cause Alzheimer’s, but studies and research indicate there is a link. 5.8 million. That is the number of Americans currently […]
You are cordially invited to experience the vibrant Evergreen Place community! Join us for homemade pastries and punch. Take a stroll around the property, sip sangria and enjoy beautiful duets from the Dan-Ryan Express band. Join our residents for March Madness basketball, win a big bingo prize basket and gift card, or score a set […]