Summer is in full swing, which means long days of having fun in the sun!Due to the warm weather, and prolonged exposure to the sun, July is known as UV Safety Month.Let’s take a few minutes to learn about UV rays, and how to protect yourself from them. UV stands for ultraviolet radiation, and is […]
Friend, pal, buddy, confidant, companion.No matter what word you use for it, they all mean the same thing:a person with whom one spends a lot of time with and has a bond of mutual affection.Companionship is a vital aspect to human survival. People form friendships from very young ages throughout their entire life. The need […]
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 […]
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 […]
Since 1974, a national celebration of volunteers and the many services they provide has been a yearly event across the country. About one quarter of our American population volunteer in some capacity within their community. That’s nearly 63 million people giving their time and energy to do something selfless that will benefit another person, animal […]