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
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
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.
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
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
Start a holiday journal. Every evening, write down three things you noticed that day, things that connected you with the meanings of the holidays. Meet or talk with someone new. Do you know your neighbors? Talking to someone new can be daunting, but remember start with a smile. Don’t know where to begin? Ask them about... Read More
Gift-giving is a beautiful expression of love and appreciation, and creating homemade gifts adds an extra touch of warmth and personalization. Handmade gifts not only showcase creativity but also demonstrate the time and effort invested in creating something unique and thoughtful. On December 3, celebrate National Make a Gift Day. This unofficial holiday encourages people... Read More
Sipping on a steaming mug of hot cocoa is a great way to warm up on a winter day. Beloved by adults and children alike, drinking hot cocoa evokes cozy feelings that are perfect for the holiday season, especially if you live in a cold climate! Our appetite for cocoa goes far back in human... Read More
With more gatherings and social interactions during the holidays, the risk of transmitting viruses and bacteria increases. Here are five ways to make your holidays healthier: Prevent the spread of illness: Handwashing reduces the risk of transmitting germs and infections, which can be especially crucial during holiday gatherings when people are in close contact. Protect vulnerable... Read More
Who remembers when the late Regis Philbin asked contestants on Who Wants to be a Millionaire if they wanted to “Phone a Friend” to help confirm their multiple-choice answer? Even though you might not have a trivia question that needs to be answered, when was the last time you ‘phoned a friend’ just to catch... Read More
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