Taking Steps to Prevent Falls
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook When you’re young, an injury from a fall may sideline you for a few days or weeks, but a full recovery is usually quick. As you get older, the consequences of falls can become more serious, setting up a sequence of events that can have longstanding implications on […]
“A Quilt Is a Warm Hug”
Submitted by Lutheran Hillside Village A quilt is a warm hug,” said Annette Smith, founder of the Samaritan Quilts group and resident at Lutheran Hillside Village in Peoria, Illinois, a Lutheran Senior Services Life Plan Community. Annette, 101, has motivated and inspired others to embrace the art of quilting. Together they create lap quilts […]
Safety Tips for Wheelchair Users
Submitted by ADA Total Access, Inc. When you are planning to spend time outdoors enjoying activities with friends and families, it certainly has its own set of risks that wheelchair users will want to be aware of regarding their chairs, wheelchair ramp, and overall safety. Here, National Ramp discusses some quick tips to help […]
Just the Right Balance
By Alexander Germanis With the autumn inevitably comes increased hours of darkness. One of the most pleasant ways to pass time during the ever-lengthening evenings is by listening to music. What few people think about when listening to their favorite tunes, however, is the important role balance plays in music. From the proper number of […]
Top Benefits of Retiring to a Small Town
By Angela Kauffman, Snyder Village In media and entertainment, small towns like Mayberry conjure up idyllic feelings of a simpler life surrounded by friendly neighbors. Small town living has its perks, and retirees have taken notice. More are choosing to ditch city life and settle down in towns with populations under 10,000. The safe […]
Another Member of the Family
By Alexander Germanis The disciplines of psychology, theology, sociology, and biology have long understood and propagated the idea that family is integral to the development of the individual. From the moment we are first brought into this world to our last moments upon it, the importance of having family close by cannot be overstated. Whether […]
Key Symptoms of Dementia
Submitted by Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center Everyone’s experience with dementia is different. While your parent or loved one may struggle with general memory loss, someone else may not be displaying issues with memory, but struggle more with loss of general reasoning. In simpler terms, the impact dementia has on any one person—and […]
A Heritage of Community Spirit at Work
Everyone seems to be busy these days, but helping others in our community is something we should all consider to make a difference in other peoples’ lives. Many people came together at Heritage Health–Therapy & Senior Care in Normal and volunteered their time to make the gardens beautiful again for the residents and their families […]
Exercise Tips for Older Adults
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook As you grow older, you go through many changes, and you may need to adjust your lifestyle for healthy aging. Physical activity is good for your health at every age. Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has […]
Is It Time To Give up Driving?
Submitted by Villas of Holly Brook At age 78, Sheila thinks she’s a good driver, but, this year, she’s had a minor accident and several near misses. She’s noticed a few new dents on her car and doesn’t know how they got there. Sheila wonders how she can stay safe behind the wheel. Have you […]
