National Wear Red Day

As part of the American Heart Association’s Go Red For Women movement, millions of women are wearing this color on February 2 to celebrate their commitment to keeping their hearts healthy! Red isn’t just for women, either; men can ‘Go Red’ by wearing a red shirt, tie or socks. Learn more about how you can... Read More

How to be a Heart-Health Role Model

Sharing is caring, but not when it comes to serious health conditions like diabetes or heart disease. These health conditions, like many others, can run in families. But there’s a lot you can do to help protect yourself and your family. What’s the key to being a heart-healthy role model? Getting your family involved! By showing... Read More

Embroidery Month

Embroidery is a craft most notably mastered by the early Egyptians, as well as the Chinese in the Zhou Dynasty of China. Studies show that this art may have also existed in primitive cultures in many parts of the world. From generation to generation, the art of stitching has evolved and reached a new height... Read More

Valentine’s Day Facts

Procrastinate getting your valentines together every year? You’re not alone. Over 50 percent of all Valentine’s Day cards are purchased in the six days prior to the holiday. Many believe the X symbol became synonymous with the kiss in medieval times. People who couldn’t write their names signed in front of a witness with an X.... Read More

Black History Month

The month of February is a time to honor the achievements of Black Americans in U.S. history. Since its first observance in 1970 at Kent State University, Black History Month (also known as African American History Month) has evolved into a country-wide celebration. Did you know: Along with being a powerful anti-slavery organizer, James McCune... Read More

Winter Skin Relief

Depending on the climate you live in, winter can wreak havoc on your skin by causing it to become dry, rough, and itchy. While cold, low-humidity winter air is drying enough on its own, the increased use of indoor heating, taking long, hot baths or showers on cold winter days, and increased hand washing also... Read More

Happy Activity Professionals Week 2024

Be sure to take a moment during January 21-27, National Activity Professionals Week to express your gratitude to our exceptional Activity Team! Their creativity, enthusiasm, and energy in planning and hosting fun, engaging, and enriching activities and programs for our residents and families helps create such a joyful and welcoming environment. We are all truly... Read More

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday, January 15, 2024! This federal holiday celebrates the legacy and achievements of Dr. King, which include his role in nonviolent activism and protesting racial discrimination throughout the United States.

It’s Okay to Be Different

During the month of January, we celebrate National “It’s Okay to be Different” Awareness Month. It’s not uncommon for people to feel self-conscious or insecure when it comes to things that set them apart from one another. No two people are the same. We all have different names, hobbies, skills, backgrounds and personalities, which are... Read More

Add Significance to Your New Year’s Resolutions

The start of a new year is traditionally a time to reflect on the previous year and plan out resolutions for the months ahead. Popular resolutions include losing weight, getting more exercise, paying off debts, being more organized, trying new things, and traveling more. While these types of self-improvement goals make for admirable resolutions, striving... Read More