At Evergreen Place in Champaign, we want our residents to experience healthy habits every day! We believe that a fulfilling lifestyle includes physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Aging can bring several physical changes and challenges to our bodies and our minds. Experiencing new activities is one of the best ways to keep your mind stimulated. […]
Proper diet and a healthy life go hand in hand, especially for adults over 65. According to reports by World Health Organization (WHO), most of the diseases that older people suffer are a result of a lack of proper diet. For example, bad fat in food is linked to prostate cancer, colon cancer, and pancreas […]
The holidays can be a great time as it gives people an opportunity to get together with family and friends, enjoy great food, and celebrate what we’re thankful for. However, life’s problems don’t come to a halt just because of the holiday season. Dealing with stress during these times is something that can be easily […]
Thanksgiving is a great time to get together with loved ones and celebrate what we’re thankful for. However, depending on the family, the dishes served may not be the healthiest or easiest for older adults to digest. It’s important to factor nutrition into the meals, too, especially if seniors attend. The good news is that […]
The Midwest offers a beautiful transition from summer to fall. Usually, there is a change of weather from the summer heat to decreasing temperatures that let us show off some of our favorite fall attire. However, there are some things that seniors should do to safely prepare for this new season and the changes that […]
The relationships and bonds between grandparents and grandchildren are beautiful things. Those who are lucky enough to experience them are truly blessed. From the grandparent’s standpoint, it’s one of the greatest gifts in the world to see what came from the kids you raised. From the grandchild’s point of view, seeing the parents of their […]
We all have moments in our lives where we may be stressed, and life feels like it’s one step ahead. This can lead to things like loss of motivation, feeling down, and decreased productivity. One of the best things to combat this is meditation. Mediation offers a wide variety of benefits that include things like: […]