We hear it all the time, “Laughter is good for the soul!”. Does laughter really have proven health benefits? Apparently, it does! In addition to laughter, having a healthy lifestyle, a positive sense of humor and a good attitude all contribute to improved health. But laughter does impact our health, because the act of laughing […]
In 1994, President Bill Clinton officially established the fourth Sunday in July to be “Parents’ Day”. The Congressional Resolution was signed into law and reads in part, “for recognizing, uplifting and supporting the role of parents in the rearing of children”. This year, Parents’ Day will occur on July 23rd. While Parents’ Day may be […]
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 […]
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 […]
For almost 20 years, Evergreen Senior Living has served the senior population across Illinois. Our first community opened in Beardstown, Illinois in 1999. This was the first supportive living community in the state! As the need for senior services has grown, Evergreen has been a leader in providing the kind of care and support that […]
On February 26th, we celebrate National Tell a Fairy Tale Day. While the original creator of this day is unknown, what we do know is that telling stories is an age-old tradition. Whether you are sitting around the campfire or enjoying a traditional holiday meal, stories, urban legends and tall tales are always being shared. […]
No winter season is quite like the previous. One year we might be living in a winter wonderland, but only needing our coat, hat, scarf and gloves, and the next year we might be looking for our ice picks, shoe grippers, and hand warmers to help us make it through the bitter cold and icy […]
As our loved ones age, they are often faced with the realization that they may no longer be as independent as they once were, or would like to be. An ailment may lead to seclusion, and injury may prohibit mobility, and sadness may cause withdrawal. Perhaps your loved one may need help eating, bathing or […]
Evergreen Place Supportive Living in Litchfield is a senior living community located in Montgomery County. Supportive living provides assistance to seniors who need some help with their activities of daily living, things like getting dressed or managing their medications. Life at Evergreen Place in Litchfield is perfect for seniors who want to maintain some independence, […]