Active AgingIt’s so easy to get into a cycle of repeating the same recipes, especially in the winter when it’s cold, the sun sets early, and the pull of comfort food sucks us in. But with the right set of new [...]
Active AgingWinter can be cold and gloomy, especially in areas known for their constant winter precipitation like Oregon. It can be tempting to hunker down and do little when the temperatures dip, but just because it’s cold out doesn’t mean activities [...]
Active AgingThe winter is upon us, and that means spending quality time with loved ones, digging into family traditions, and staying warm while the weather is chilly. In Oregon, we’re lucky to have access to all four seasons and enjoy the [...]
Active AgingWith flu season creeping in, winter can make us a little wary. But with a little planning and some simple hygiene practices, avoiding the flu can be made a little more manageable. There’s no need to miss out on family [...]
Active AgingOregon in the winter can be stunning–with endless evergreen trees, cozy weather, and mild winter temperatures, it’s easy to love. It’s needless to say that we love winter and encourage all of our residents to take advantage of any and [...]
Active AgingVolunteering is a great way to advance your community or help those in need. It is a great way to improve your health, relationships, skills and more! At our 55 plus communities in Oregon, we encourage residents to explore volunteer [...]
Active AgingWith spring showers and summer heat fading away, fall is the perfect time to get outside and explore Oregon. At Garden Way in Eugene and Summerfield Estates in Tigard, we believe in keeping your mind and body refreshed during any [...]
Active AgingStaying active is a way of life in Oregon, and it’s also essential to long-term health for seniors. So, we’re sharing our favorite ways to celebrate summer in Oregon near the best retirement communities that Oregon has to offer, Garden [...]
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Community StoriesWhen it comes to choosing a retirement community, one of the most important steps is the community tour, which gives you the opportunity to interview each community you visit. Not only are you able to take a look around, meet [...]
As we age, we adjust a lot about our lifestyles. Those changes should include our nutrition, too.
Older adults have unique nutrition needs, and simple adjustments can go a long way toward building a healthier routine. It is important to have a variety of foods from each food group to support long-term health.
We build these recommendations into our culinary services for our residents:
- Adequate amounts of lean proteins to maintain muscle mass
- Limited high-sodium, high-fat, and high-sugar foods
- Lots of fresh produce and fiber-containing foods, like fruits, vegetables, legumes, and whole grains
- We also encourage our residents to drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and aid in the digestion of food and absorption of nutrients.
To learn more about our 24/7 culinary services at our independent living and memory care communities, click here: ow.ly/tJlz50NshG0
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Music is a great outlet, whether you are listening to a song or playing an instrument. But did you know that music provides health benefits as we age?
If you want to keep your brain engaged, listen to or play a song. Music provides a total brain workout! Research has indicated that listening to music can reduce anxiety, blood pressure, and pain as well as improve sleep quality, mood, mental alertness, and memory.
Music is the gift that keeps on giving! Tell us your favorite songs to listen or play to!
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