wellness programs Articles
Quality dental care is essential for those in senior living communities
November 25, 2019 Continuing Care Retirement Community, Health Care, Lifestyle, Personal Care, Senior Living, Wellness Brethren Village, dining, exercise, personal care, senior health, Wellness and Fitness, wellness programs
The holidays are right around the corner, and it’s a good time to discuss dental health. Vibrant cheer and merriment hangs high in the air in senior living, along with …
As cooler weather comes, a senior living community offers indoor fitness and fun
November 8, 2018 Lifestyle, Senior Living, Wellness amenities, campus life, exercise, Wellness and Fitness, wellness programs
Colder temperatures don’t have to mean winter hibernation for retirees with so many indoor exercise options available. Today’s seniors have the advantage of handy fitness opportunities to help maintain their …
Six tips to help seniors communicate more when seeing their doctors
August 31, 2018 Health Care, Wellness senior health, wellness programs
Most seniors today are members of what sociologists call the Silent Generation, born between the years 1925 and 1945. They are called the “Silents” because they were raised to quietly …
Water activities at retirement communities can be key to wellness for seniors
March 14, 2018 Lifestyle, Senior Living, Wellness amenities, campus life, pool, Wellness and Fitness, wellness programs
More and more seniors are finding aquatic exercise to be their favorite and most beneficial way to maintain fitness. While physical activities in water can have advantages for anyone, they …
Fitness and wellness options for seniors abound at Brethren Village
May 31, 2017 Community, Lifestyle, Residential Living, Senior Living, Wellness Brethren Village, campus life, exercise, residents, senior health, Social Activities, Wellness and Fitness, wellness programs
Brethren Village Residents find it rewarding to stay active in the sports and activities they enjoy. They understand the importance of keeping the body energized and strong during senior living. So, we would like to recognize the efforts and achievements of some of our most physically active Residents.
Rehabilitation services improve physical functioning and wellness for seniors
May 22, 2017 Caregivers, Health Care, Personal Care exercise, personal care, Rehabilitation, senior health, supportive living, Wellness and Fitness, wellness programs
Rehabilitation services assist older adults in improving their quality of life by helping them recover from the effects of injury, illness or surgery and regain their independence. Rehabilitation is focused on making the daily activities of life easier—getting out of bed, bathing, walking, going up and down stairs, and shopping. “Rehab” can have significant value as part of an ongoing wellness program as well.
Seniors find wellness and fitness solutions at retirement communities
January 31, 2017 Community, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Health Care, Lifestyle, Residential Living, Senior Living exercise, pool, senior health, Wellness and Fitness, wellness programs
At Brethren Village Retirement Community, we have developed an environment centered on fitness and wellness for seniors to meet our residents’ physical needs. Along with our comprehensive wellness initiatives, our skilled staff helps Village residents improve their balance, strength, flexibility and cardiovascular abilities.