by the ESHL Team | Sep 20, 2021 | Elwood, Northview, Resources, Summit
Blog by www.verywellmind.com What Is Art Therapy? The use of artistic methods to treat psychological disorders and enhance mental health is known as art therapy. Art therapy is a technique rooted in the idea that creative expression can foster healing and mental...
by the ESHL Team | Sep 1, 2021 | Elwood, Northview, Park Place, Rehab News, Resources, Summit
HTS Therapy News Everybody falls no matter what age, but for older adults, a fall can result in serious injuries. Knowing what to do if a fall occurs can be helpful to minimize additional injury. We recommend practicing getting up from a fall and fall safety tips to...
by the ESHL Team | Aug 27, 2021 | Elwood, Northview, Resources, Summit
Blog by www.dailycaring.com Seniors are at risk for heat stroke during hot weather Seniors need to be more careful of overheating and heat stroke because their bodies can’t adjust to high temperatures as well as younger bodies can. Older adults are more likely to...
by the ESHL Team | Aug 23, 2021 | Elwood, ESHL News, Northview, Resources, Summit
The Buzz Interview from 8.07.2021 Did you catch our clip on The Buzz of Madison County? Listen now as Beth Harpe, president of Essential Senior Health & Living, as she discusses the many projects going on at our locations! Between all 3 of our locations, we are...
by the ESHL Team | Aug 2, 2021 | Elwood, Northview, Park Place, Rehab News, Resources, Summit
HTS Therapy News Yardwork and gardening can be very rewarding and pleasurable activities for all ages. Bending, stretching, and pulling weeds from standing or sitting is great physical exercise. However, it can often lead to back pain, sore muscles, joint aches, and...
by the ESHL Team | Jul 29, 2021 | Elwood, Northview, Resources, Summit
Blog by www.healthinaging.org Walking is the most popular form of exercise among older adults and it’s a great choice. What can walking do for you? strengthen muscleshelp prevent weight gainlower risks of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and osteoporosisimprove...
by the ESHL Team | Jul 9, 2021 | Elwood, Events, Northview, Summit
Bingo & Lunch in the 4-H Building This is a free event for seniors in our area. Saturday, July 24th Doors open at 10:00 a.m.Lunch at 11:00 a.m.Bingo at Noon-1:00 p.m. Madison County Fair Grounds501 South Park AvenueAlexandria, IN...
by the ESHL Team | Jul 6, 2021 | Elwood, ESHL News, Events, Northview, Summit
Alzheimer’s Trivia Night Fundraiser All proceeds from this event will go to support the Alzheimer’s Association. Monday, August 9th7:30 p.m. Location:Creatures of Habit Brewery1031 Meridian Street, Anderson, IN 46016 Family friendly, smoke free and a GREAT...
by the ESHL Team | Jul 1, 2021 | Elwood, Northview, Park Place, Rehab News, Resources, Summit
HTS Therapy News A common challenge that many seniors face is getting a good night’s sleep. As you age, you may notice that you nap more during the day, feel tired earlier at night, have trouble falling asleep, or wake up in the middle of the night and have a hard...
by the ESHL Team | Jun 25, 2021 | Resources
Blog by www.nia.nih.gov Insomnia is the most common sleep problem in adults age 60 and older. People with this condition have trouble falling asleep and staying asleep. Insomnia can last for days, months, and even years. Having trouble sleeping can mean you: Take a...
