In a year beset by COVID-19, there have been some notable bright spots. Bird-watching is one of them-the perfect pastime for cooped-up Americans who have time to stare out their windows or wander their backyards. As a result, a growing number of Americans are now taking note of the winged visitors they previously overlooked. After … Let Your Inner Bird-Watcher Take Flight
He’s both a life-long learner and teacher. Don Peck, a resident of GreenFields of Geneva senior living community, has a passion for learning and then sharing what he knows. At 90 years old, Peck spends much of his time reading, learning, and researching a wide variety of topics, mostly relating to science. He then recycles … Someone to know: A lifelong learner with a passion for sharing
National Reading Month kicked off March 2 with Read Across America celebrations designed to show children just how exciting reading can be. But the goal of devoting an entire month to this uplifting and educational pastime is to encourage Americans of all ages to read-every day. While senior citizens are long past their school years, … Crack a Book Every Day During National Book Month
With a big heart, Naomi Hroncich was concerned about her neighbors at GreenFields senior living community of Geneva. With a background as a nurse and chaplain with clinical pastoral experience, she was well-suited to do something about her concerns. During different phases of the pandemic, as residents of independent living at GreenFields were remaining within … Reaching Out to Their Neighbors
From the newborn baby drifting off into sleep accompanied by the soothing notes and cadences of a lullaby to the couple dancing at their 50th wedding anniversary celebration accompanied by favorite tunes from the early days of their courtship, music plays an important and powerful role throughout our lives – and with live performances beginning … Staying in Harmony with the Power of Music
Mid-summer: the word brings to mind bright sunshine, fragrant blossoms nodding under the careful attention of graceful butterflies and fuzzy bumblebees, and long days spent enjoying outdoor activities. Perhaps nowhere is this more true than within a garden. While helping to bring life back to the warming Earth in springtime by planting flowers, herbs and … Dig Deeper
Just five years from being a centenarian, beloved celebrity Dick Van Dyke – who was recently honored by the Kennedy Center for his contributions to American culture – is still dancing his way through life. In 2018’s “Mary Poppins Returns,” the hard-working hoofer reprised his much-loved role as Poppins companion Bert from the original 1964 … Gotta Dance!
At the age of 91, famed astronaut Buzz Aldrin – the second man to set foot on the moon after Neil Armstrong in July 1969 – continues to tirelessly promote space exploration through books and speaking engagements. Iconic 95-year-old British broadcaster David Attenborough advocates on behalf of environmental causes, including through award-winning documentary films. Beloved … Sharing Wisdom and Talents
It’s about more than coffee. “I’m ready for my cup of coffee. I usually have one every day,” says 93-year-old John Andersen, as he waits his turn in a line outside his home at GreenFields of Geneva senior living community. He could get it in the dining room, “but I want to patronize him, and … Brewing Up Relationships
The very best partnerships benefit both parties. Such has been the case with the collaborative efforts between the lifestyles team at GreenFields of Geneva senior living community and the Therapeutic Recreation Program at Aurora University. Kristen Johnson, an associate professor of the program at Aurora University, explained that therapeutic recreation is focused on “helping people … GreenFields of Geneva Helps Shape Students’ Futures