We are often asked, “When is the right time to move your elderly loved one into senior living?” Quite frankly, there isn’t just one answer. There are many reasons a loved one may find need of senior care and many levels of care available to accommodate everyone’s personal needs. From independence, to assisted living, and […]
Tips for Seniors to Stay Healthy Our health can be easy for us to overlook in our busy lives. It can be very hard to fit a good night’s sleep, nutritious meals, and exercise into our jam-packed schedules. However, this is something that we should focus on as our bodies can only work as well […]
Talking to parents or family members about assisted living can be tough. The move to a senior living community is often viewed as a loss of one’s independence, and many seniors stubbornly avoid discussing this topic because they are afraid they will be forced to make a move they are not ready to make. Therefore, […]
The new year is here, the perfect time to make some healthy changes to your life. Goals and resolutions do not always have to be hard to feel like you are bettering your life. Resolutions can be as simple as eating more fruits and vegetables, going on a walk once or twice a week, or […]
The holiday season is approaching quicker than we can say, “Santa Claus!” The holidays are all about spending time together, feeling included, and enjoying the good company – even if it’s done virtually this year. This time of year can be fun for seniors, even if they have physical or cognitive limitations. As people start […]
Christmas is one of those holidays that just sneaks up on you! Before you know it, you’re one week away from Christmas and haven’t started wrapping any gifts. In fact, you haven’t even bought all your gifts, it’s 11 pm, and your child just told you they need glue for a project due tomorrow morning! […]
Since we were little, our minds have been using creativity and inventing in many different ways that have changed and evolved. When we were kids, we used it to develop new ideas for made-up games or bring our toys to life. As we matured and developed into young adults, we used it to help us […]
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, […]
As the leaves change and fall weather is in full swing in the Midwest, there are a lot of seasonal perks for your loved one to benefit from during the autumn months. Fall is a favorite time of year for many, and with cooler temperatures comes fun activities and different food. Food The rich taste […]
Music can help us to recall memories that may have faded as we grow older. The power of a song can trigger memories that have the ability to transport us back in time. Studies have found that listening to music engages broad neural networks in the brain. These regions include the areas responsible for actions, […]