The definition of BALANCE, whether as a noun or a verb is, “an even distribution of weight enabling a person or object to remain upright and steady so that it does not fall”. As we age, maintaining physical balance becomes more challenging, leaving seniors at risk for dangerous falls. Older persons who fall are at […]
As we age, our skin becomes thinner and more fragile. This is part of the natural aging process, but also related to genetics and sun exposure throughout our lifetime. For elderly persons, the harsh conditions of winter can make that already delicate skin more vulnerable to injury. For some, dry skin can be caused by […]
In recent years, the prevalence of the color pink during October has become a nationwide symbol of the fight to end breast cancer. In the 1950s, the NY Times refused to print an ad for a breast cancer support group. They did not want to print the words, “breast” or “cancer”. The fight to bring […]
Consider making the move to assisted living today. For many seniors, living in the home where they raised their children holds years of wonderful memories. It can be a tough decision to move into an assisted living apartment, but the right choice for lots of older Americans. There are lots of reasons why older people […]
On May 30th, the 25th annual “Senior Health & Fitness Day” will take place. The common goal of this special day is to encourage older Americans to remain healthy and fit. While this is one day officially set aside, at Evergreen Senior Living, we want our residents to experience this every day! At Evergreen, we […]
If you are searching for a compassionate senior care community, look no further than Evergreen Senior Living. Our communities provide compassionate care and support to seniors in a beautiful setting with a variety of upscale amenities. What is a supportive living community, and how does it differ from the more commonly understood assisted living option? […]
Many of us associate allergies with the changing of the seasons – the cold-like symptoms that accompany the unfurling of spring blossoms and the descent of vegetation in the fall. People who suffer the most during these times of the year are likely allergic to pollen (more than 25 million Americans are!) and experience the […]
We all love to indulge in our favorite culinary treats, and the holidays give us an excuse to do so sometimes a little too much. Many people gift baked goods to friends, neighbors, grandparents and co-workers as a way to share the holiday cheer. In addition to receiving an avalanche of cookies, fudge and homemade […]
The Thanksgiving holiday is upon us! While Thanksgiving has recently become the official start of the Christmas shopping season, it remains an opportunity to recognize and acknowledge the many blessings that we enjoy. Being grateful and appreciative is something that should be part of our daily lives, and not just brought out once a year […]
Senior nutrition is different than the dietary needs of other age groups. In general, as we age and our bodies change, the way we process food and the effects they have on our bodies also changes. We all know that we can’t eat the same foods as we did in our youth, but in addition […]