Resident´s Birthdays
Julie Pardo- 03/28Maxine Tritton- 03/15Francois Villejoint-03/08Harald Welge-03/16Linda Smith- 03/16Doris Brannon-03/13Vicki Lewis-03/11
Months Celebrations
Saint Patrick’s dayEaster
Spring Equinox
March the 19th
Saint Patrick’s Day
March the 19th
Grand Canyon
The Hopi Tribe considers the Grand Canyon a gateway to afterlife. There are over 1,000 caves within the park’s territory with only 335 being documented.
Staying active in later years.
Physical activity reduces the risk of many chronic illnesses and increases the odds of a longer, healthier life. But it hasn’t been clear whether the benefits of exercise differ based on when during their lives people are most active.
Researchers led by Dr. Pedro Saint-Maurice from NIH’s National Cancer Institute (NCI) wanted to examine this question in more detail. They looked at data collected from more than 300,000 Americans who participated in the NIH-AARP Diet and Health Study.
People aged 50 to 71 were invited to join the study in the mid-1990s. They filled out surveys that categorized their physical activity levels during different life stages: in adolescence, in their 20s and 30s, and during the 10 years before they joined the study. The study tracked participants through 2011 for deaths from any cause as well as deaths specifically from heart disease or cancer.
Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon was formed over millions of years as the Colorado River and its tributaries carved their way through layers of rock, creating a canyon that is over a mile deep and up to 18 miles wide in some places.
Grand Canyon
Designated a national monument in 1908; President Woodrow Wilson made Grand Canyon a national park to protect the land and the resources within it in 1919.
The benefits of pets and seniors.
Taken together, our results show that pets played a unique role for older adults during the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States. Pets were both a comfort and source of companionship and support, while also a source of stress and worry. Overall, consideration of both the benefits and detriments of relationships with pets among older adults is needed to support multispecies families during emergencies such as COVID-19.
Grand Canyon
National Park
A world-famous natural attraction located in Arizona,
the park covers 1.2 million acres of land.
Understanding Dementia
People with dementia, their carers and families worldwide continue to experience stigma, discrimination and human rights violations. Moreover, dementia is frequently misconceived as a natural and inevitable part of ageing. The first step to dispelling myths and stereotypes is to provide accurate information to improve public understanding of dementia.
The Global dementia action plan recognizes this by focusing one action area on increasing public awareness, acceptance and understanding of dementia and sets global targets of reaching 100% of countries with at least one functioning public awareness-raising campaign on dementia and 50% of countries with at least one dementia-friendly initiative (DFI) to foster a dementia-inclusive society.
The GDO measures country progress by collecting information on the availability of awareness raising campaigns and detailed information regarding the existence of dementia-friendly initiatives to improve physical and social environment, including for people with dementia. Moreover, the GDO collects information regarding the inclusion of all action areas into available dementia plans, including dementia awareness and friendliness.
The importance of an active mind
Cognitive health, as crucial as physical health, involves clear thinking, learning, and memory. While brain games aren’t scientifically proven, engaging activities like exercise, socializing, and volunteering enhance cognitive reserve. Here are ways seniors can stay mentally active:
Exercise: Aim for 150 minutes of exercise weekly, focusing on activities like brisk walking.
Stay Social: Join social activities to reduce dementia risk and stay connected with others.
Volunteer: Enhance brain health and combat social isolation through volunteering.
Learn A New Language: Pick up a new language for brain stimulation and social interaction.
Read: Reading improves vocabulary and cognitive skills; discussing books enhances memory and social engagement.
Identify Plants: Challenge memory by identifying plants in the garden.
Play Chess: Stimulate brain health with strategic thinking and problem-solving.
Do Arts And Crafts: Boost hand-eye coordination and creativity with crafts like knitting or painting.
Live A Healthy Lifestyle: Maintain cognitive function with nutritious eating, sufficient sleep, and limiting alcohol.
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Recipe Spotlight:
Cajun Muffaletta
Olive Salad Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup black olives
- 1/4 cup green olives
- 1/4 cup pimentos
- 1/4 cup capers
- 1/4 cup cocktail onions
- 1/4 cup chopped celery
- 1 small can artichoke hearts
- 1 tsps celery seed
- 1tsps dried oregano
- 1 tbsps chopped garlic
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsps red wine vinegar
Ingredients:
- 1 loaf round Italian bread
- 2 tbsps olive oil
- 1/4 lb ham, thinly sliced
- 1/4 lb Genoa salami, thinly sliced
- 1/4 lb Provolone cheese, thinly sliced
- 1/4 lb Mortadella (Italian Bologna), thinly sliced
- 3 slices mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup prepared olive salad (previously made)
METHOD:
In a food processor combine all Olive Salad Ingredients and chop coarsely, scrape into a bowl and set aside.
Split the bread lengthwise and drizzle the olive oil on each side. On bottom layer spread some of the above prepared olive salad and arrange with layers of thinly sliced meats and cheeses. Cover with top layer of the bread, cut and serve.
Resident of the Month
Pat Wilson
Born and raised in Flint Michigan, Pat Wilson was married for 64 years to a wonderful man and raised 2 boys and one girl. Eventually her children moved to the Georgia area.
Mrs. Pat joined us late December and has been an active member of our community. She loves to help others and participates in all our activities.
Associate of the Month
Crystal Ramey
Crystal Ramey loves to be creative. You see it daily with her helping hand with activities. In her free time, she enjoys drawing and music.
Collaborators
Lauren Ross
