Tag: Health and Wellness
Maintain an Active Lifestyle with These Tips for Exercising in Cold Weather
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
Winter often brings the allure of cozying up indoors – but staying active during the colder months is essential for older adults to maintain physical and mental well-being. The drop in temperatures and shorter daylight hours can pose challenges, but there are numerous activities and strategies that can help individuals stay active and healthy during […]
7 Tips for Maintaining Healthy Eating Habits This Holiday Season
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
The holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. It is also a time when indulgent and calorie-rich foods seem to be everywhere, making it challenging to stick to healthy eating habits. However, with some strategic planning and mindful choices, you can maintain your health and wellness goals while still enjoying the festive […]
Recognizing Breast Cancer Awareness Month to Empower, Educate, & Support
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an international campaign observed annually each October to increase awareness and promote the early detection and treatment of breast cancer. With millions of lives affected by this disease every year, Breast Cancer Awareness Month plays a critical role in empowering individuals, communities, and organizations to take action against breast cancer.
When is it Time for Senior Living in Tennessee?
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
Deciding if senior living is right for you or someone you love and when it’s time to make this change are crucial and personal decisions involving various factors. Fortunately, Tennessee offers several senior living options, from independent living and assisted living to memory care and skilled nursing communities.
ADLs and IADLs: What Are They & What is Their Impact?
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
In our daily lives, we perform various tasks that are essential to our well-being and independent functioning. Two crucial categories of activities that significantly impact our independence are Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs).
The Importance of Hydration: Are You Drinking Enough Water?
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
As we age, it becomes increasingly important to prioritize our health and well-being. While many factors play into this, one aspect that often gets overlooked is hydration. Staying hydrated is essential for people of all ages, but it holds particular significance for older adults. With aging, the body’s ability to retain water decreases, making older […]
What Causes Fatigue in Seniors?
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
Fatigue is a common concern for many older adults. In fact, the National Institutes of Health report that “fatigue is a symptom experienced by 40-74% of older individuals in the United States.” It can be caused by a variety of factors, both physical and emotional, and can significantly affect an individual’s overall health and well-being.
Healthy Eating: Foods & Vitamins That Can Help Relieve Stress
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
We all experience stress, but there is a difference between good and bad stress. For example, cortisol, also known as the “stress hormone,” plays a vital role in our bodies. This hormone gets released when our bodies sense danger and it manages our “fight or flight” response (which is good thing when we are in […]
Your Guide to Promoting Heart Health This February (And All Year!)
Posted By Pavilion Senior Living
While we tend to associate the month of February with love and Valentine’s Day, February is also American Heart Month. This is a nationally recognized occasion meant to raise awareness about heart disease and help individuals prioritize their heart health.