June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Around 50 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. In the United States, the disease is the sixth leading cause of death and usually affects seniors who are 65 or older. It is important to raise awareness about Alzheimer’s and dementia in older […]
March recognizes National Nutrition Month, with a 2020 theme of “Eat Right, Bite by Bite”. The focus is to help people of all ages make informed food choices and develop healthy habits related to both eating and physical activity. Whether you are 8 or 80, good nutrition is essential to a person’s overall health and […]
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 […]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and more so every year, we see our communities covered in pink ribbons, shirts, symbolism and support. We are inundated with ways to support the cause, and it is important to remember why we as a community come together in support of the people who fight this disease. What […]
Assisted Living Week September 8-14 is National Assisted Living Week. Evergreen Senior Living communities across the state will be celebrating with a variety of activities and educational opportunities. The theme for this year’s celebration is “A Spark of Creativity”. The theme, as developed by the National Center for Assisted Living aims to inspire residents to […]
Planning ahead for senior care is a topic many of us don’t want to think about. Moving from a home filled with memories into a senior living community can be very emotional. However, the majority of people will have to make a decision about additional care and support at some point in their lives. It […]
What is Respite Care, and to whom does it apply? Respite Care provides temporary care in a private, secure apartment so the primary caregiver can take a break from their caregiving duties. The person receiving care is admitted to our community and will receive all the same care and benefits as a longer-term resident would […]
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 […]
Friend, pal, buddy, confidant, companion.No matter what word you use for it, they all mean the same thing:a person with whom one spends a lot of time with and has a bond of mutual affection.Companionship is a vital aspect to human survival. People form friendships from very young ages throughout their entire life. The need […]
Evergreen Senior Living is devoted to providing care, support and resources to older American and their families. For nearly 20 years, our mission has been to support and maintain the dignity, independence and wellness of each senior and their family. Now, in May 2017, we celebrate Older Americans Month; a time set aside to acknowledge […]