Celebrate Senior Citizens Day In 1988 Ronald Reagan, who was the US president at the time, declared August 21 to be National Senior Citizens Day. This day was created as a day to support, honor and show appreciation to our seniors and to recognize their achievements. Their valuable contributions to our communities create better places to live. […]
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St. Mark Village turns 37
By Doug Fresh, CEO It must have been 40 years ago now, I remember sitting in the first pew at church waiting for this special meeting to start. Being in my late twenties, I had my own business that kept me busy ten hours a day, six days a week, and Sunday was a day […]
Combat Memory Loss
Easy ways to exercise your brain Are you looking for a way to boost your brain health and combat memory loss? Here are a few great activities that you can get involved in that will give your brain a good work out warding off age and memory loss. Take on a new hobby A great […]
Early Detection is the Best Prevention
KNOW YOUR NUMBERS As we age, we may experience declines in our ability to walk, to carry out of activities of daily living, to enjoy the activities we enjoy doing and to stay independent. Some declines or complications that impede our independent lifestyle arise due to lack of physical activity, unhealthy diet, hereditary, being overweight, […]
Walking for Exercise
Walking is great for your health at any age Walking is one of the simplest forms of exercise. It is an action that one uses frequently to get tasks done, to travel, and to exercise. Walking for exercise can be easily accomplished and modified to meet the needs of those who wish to take part; […]
Keeping Emotions Under Control
Aging Care – Keeping Your Emotions Under Control Day in and day out we encounter stressors, which may cause us to become anxious or in some cases escalate into a depressed mood or state. Anxiety and depression are two conditions that can cause strain on the body and impact your overall mental health. Anxiety and […]