One of the most common myths about senior living communities is that they are designed only for older seniors with a more sedentary lifestyle. Did you know you can move in at just 62? Why wait? When a life changing event happens; an illness, health complication or injury, it’s often times too late. You’ve worked … Myth #3: I’m not old enough for community life
Having celebrated Grandparents Day in September, now is a great time to take a look at the many benefits of the intergenerational relationships that older adults treasure. There might just be something to the adage that being around kids will “keep you young.” So many older adults relish the experience of being with their grandchildren … Being a Grandparent Isn’t Just Kidding Around
Seniors who return to the classroom embody the adage that “you’re never too old to learn something new.” It’s not just about new knowledge and expertise, though-it’s also about an array of benefits that go along with the power of education. Research shows that seniors improve their cognitive function as they engage in thinking and … A Lifetime of Learning Will Have You at the Head of the Class
They’re like Thelma and Louise, Lucy and Ethel, Laverne and Shirley. They’re BFFs, finding each other living literally just across the hall. Dee Hii, formerly of Plainfield, and Margaret Elkins, formerly of St. Charles, are residents of GreenFields of Geneva senior living community. They are delighted that they’ve formed such a warm and caring friendship … Meeting their BFF (Best Friend Forever) at GreenFields of Geneva Senior Living Community
Cultivating even one garden bed or a few planter boxes can reinforce the notion that good things come in small packages. So many of us have a patio or porch that can be enhanced by the presence of flowers, herbs, or even a few vegetables. These small gardens can and do make a difference for … In Gardening, Bigger Isn’t Necessarily Better
Even the most fit and active among us are at risk of falling. The National Institute on Aging (NIA) reports more than 1 in 4 people age 65 years or older falls each year. What might be surprising is that the cause of falls-and steps toward fall prevention-aren’t only related to the loss of muscle … Don’t Be the Fall Guy (or Gal)
The language around senior living communities can often be confusing because standard terms are used interchangeably, despite referring to different types of living options. Is a “nursing home” the same as a senior living community? What’s the difference between assisted living and skilled nursing care ? Does a senior living community even offer care levels, … Nursing Home Myths and Misconceptions: Getting to the Truth
Connection, friendship and support. These are extremely important to the residents at GreenFields of Geneva, and a group of residents are not leaving it to chance. Seven residents, known as the Sassy Seven, are responsible for reaching out, fostering connections, and offering caring and support to everyone living at the senior living community. The Sassy … Sassy Seven Residents Help Ensure Friendship at GreenFields of Geneva Senior Living Community
All her life, Don Peck’s mother wondered if she was a descendant of Samuel Fuller, a passenger on the Mayflower. Even her obituary said she might have been. After a 25-year search for information, Don and his aunt discovered that she was not, in fact, related to the Mayflower voyager with whom she shared a … Descendent of Mayflower Traces His Roots
For the fifth time and eighth time respectively, Friendship Senior Options’ senior retirement communities GreenFields of Geneva and Friendship Village of Schaumburg were named “Best Retirement/Assisted Living Communities “in the Chicagoland area’s Daily Herald Readers’ Choice Awards. Friendship Senior Options is the parent organization of Friendship Village and GreenFields of Geneva. “With the choices for … Daily Herald Awards