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Ways To Prevent A Common Winter Injury
As we approach winter, Evergreen Senior Living in Orland Park wants to provide our community with some helpful tips on preventing common winter injuries! Slipping and falling on ice and snow is a very common injury for people of all ages, but seniors are especially at risk. In fact, according to the CDC, falls […]
Continue readingGot the urge to dance? It can be good for your health!
Do you ever get the urge to get up and dance around? Well, there are some reasons why you might not want to ignore that urge. Getting older doesn’t always have to equal less movement; in fact, by doing a low-impact dance routine a few times each week, you have the potential to improve your […]
Continue readingEasy Ways to Reduce the Risk of Falling
As we age, we become more prone to losing our balance and falling. In fact, falls are the number one cause of serious injuries in seniors, with most of these falls happening in the home. Luckily, here at Evergreen Place, we want loved ones and their families to live worry-free, which is why we offer […]
Continue readingHungry? Try These Three Local Restaurants
Hungry? Try These Three Local Restaurants If you and your loved one are looking for your next favorite dining spot, look no further than these three local restaurants! Get a jump-start on your day with a hearty breakfast at Pepper Mill Family Restaurant, enjoy delicious southern BBQ from Doc’s Smokehouse, or dig into Chicago’s famous […]
Continue readingMake the Transition Easier
When done well, moving can be a wonderful experience. Prioritizing your loved one’s needs and involvement can make this transition much smoother. Therefore, we provide and encourage our residents to participate and engage in programs offered at Evergreen Senior Living. Through multiple activities, seniors can interact with their peers, maintain abilities, learn new skills, and […]
Continue reading5 Most Common Senior Health Issues
Thanks to medical advances, people are living longer. As we get older, it is natural for our bodies to be more prone to health issues. Many factors such as lifestyle and environment can affect how we age. Here are the most common health conditions affecting those 65 or older and how you can decrease your […]
Continue readingImportance of Staying Hydrated
Staying hydrated isn’t just for athletes and exercising. It is very important for overall health and for your heart and muscles to work efficiently. Dehydration is a serious condition that can have life-threatening effects such as kidney failure, shock, and low blood pressure. As we become older, the feeling of being thirsty is not as […]
Continue readingVISITATION FACT SHEET
Visitation Facts: Core principles of COVID-19 infection prevention are to be followed. This includes: hand hygiene, masking, social distancing, screening, vaccination, and not visiting if ill or have a positive COVID-19 test. Visits are safer outdoors. Indoor visits are allowed at all times following CMS mandates on infection prevention. Face masks are required to be […]
Continue readingCongratulations, Nick!
Nick is a cook who has been employed by Evergreen for almost 5 years. He always enjoyed cooking, in fact a favorite memories is sitting under the table while his great-grandparents were baking in Arkansas. Nick’s other great-grandparents were some of our first residents here at Evergreen Senior Living in Orland Park. Shortly after they moved in, […]
Continue readingHow Laughter Helps your Health
For many years, people have said laughter is the best medicine. Humor can enhance your body’s functions both emotionally and physically. Who knew that such a common reaction could have so many benefits! Stimulate Oxygen and Blood Flow– Just through laughing alone, you take in more oxygen than average. The increase of oxygen can improve […]
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