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  • Staying Fit Throughout The New Year

    February 11, 2022
    Categories: Health and Wellness

    The start of the New Year is always full of fresh starts and resolutions. A resolution on the top of many people’s list is “getting fit”. This resolution becomes more important as we age. Keeping our brains and bodies moving is imperative to prolonged health and life. The more fun that can be incorporated into a fitness plan, the longer it will last! Also, starting with small steps ensures longer term success.

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  • Healthy Aging Tips for Older Adults

    January 10, 2022

    What does “healthy aging” look like? Everyone is different and a lifestyle is not one size fits all. It’s not as simple as a miracle drug or lucky genetics. However, small changes in habits can lead to big improvements for the body and mind. Let’s take a look at a few areas where you may consider lifestyle changes as you age.

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  • The Power of Music

    November 2, 2021

    Music is a beautiful expression of emotions, stories, and deep cultural history. The power of music can make us feel different ways and even have various health benefits. In 1945, the United States War Department started music therapy to aid troops in the hospitals. Think about how music makes you feel and why you enjoy listening to it as we look at some of the many benefits of music.

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  • Sharpening Your Social Skills

    October 1, 2021
    Categories: Health and Wellness

    We exercise our social skills in daily interactions with others through verbal and non-verbal communication. It never hurts to brush up on our social skills for building relationships and effective communication

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  • Fitness Tips for Older Adults

    July 6, 2021

    It can be a challenge to find the right exercise plan. Between keeping a busy schedule, a lack of motivation, or expensive gym memberships, it’s easy to give up and fall out of our routines. 

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  • 5 Tips for Healthy Eating

    March 29, 2021

    We have all heard about new fad diets, miracle supplements, and expensive meal plans. Eating healthy should not be difficult or expensive. Whether you are trying to lose, gain, or maintain weight, everyone can benefit from a healthy balanced diet. There are many easy lifestyle adjustments that you might not even realize could make a big difference to your overall health. Here are 5 tips to help you get started!

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  • Brainstorm the Perfect New Year's Resolution for 2021

    December 8, 2020
    Categories: Health and Wellness
    The New Year is right around the corner and people are often brainstorming their next resolution. In order to achieve your next goal, it is wise to choose something that can be easily tracked as you work towards it. Continue Reading
  • Visitation Resumes for Long-Term Care Facilities

    October 20, 2020
    Categories: Health and Wellness
    Since the beginning of the coronavirus pandemic it has been an uphill battle for families who have loved ones being cared for in living facilities. Many facilities were directly impacted by the virus or located in highly affected area and visits came to a halt. Continue Reading