It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Families are coming together, the anticipation and excitement for Christmas are here, and you will soon be surrounded by the ones you love most. Unfortunately, some seniors experience loneliness during the holidays. Knowing how to care for your senior during the holidays can reduce some of that […]
Dogs are a man’s best friend. Owning a dog can improve quality of life, health, and social interactions. As we age, it is common for seniors to sense a void, feel lonely, and sometimes depressed. A dog is a great companion for your senior to reduce those feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness! Whatever the […]
When seniors and young children work together, both sides can benefit. Bringing the young and the old together gives children another mentor to look up to. It gives them access to knowledge, whether your senior is doing story time or life lessons. Seniors get benefits through learning from the young. Perhaps a new technology skill […]
We have all heard the quote, “There’s no place like home.” But what is home to you? Is it a place? Somewhere you live? Maybe home is where you grew up. To us, home is a feeling. It is a place where you feel safe and happy and where you feel loved. At Evergreen Senior […]
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 […]
The Census Bureau estimates there are nearly 750,000 veterans living in Illinois today. A large number of them served during the Vietnam War and are at the age when an assisted living or supportive living community might be appropriate. Assisted living and supportive living provide private apartments where seniors can live in a community of […]
Evergreen Senior Living Communities in Illinois are celebrating Supportive Living Week from April 22-26. The theme for 2019 is “Never Stop Dancing”. Music and movement pair effortlessly. The language of music is universal and for seniors, songs can evoke memories to various pivotal times in their lives. Just the sound of a familiar tune can […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our society is very fortunate that we have multiple living options for people as they age. As children move out and the upkeep of a large home, garage and lawn become too much trouble for older adults, they have many choices. It may also be that seniors want more freedom to travel, or simply want […]