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3 Tips for Choosing the Right Senior Living Community for You

February 20th, 2012 | Posted in Financial Tips, Memory Care, Senior Living | No Comments »

Choosing the right senior living community for you is an important decision for seniors. To help guide you through the process, read these 3 tips from Village at Proprietors Green and Allerton House, anindependent and assisted living retirement community near Boston, MA. Share some of the reasons you chose Village at Proprietors Green as the best senior community for you with us on Facebook.

Quality of Care at senior living communities is very important. You should be well cared for while enjoying an independent lifestyle. At Village at Proprietors Green, you will have a 24-hour emergency call available, continuum of care services available and home healthcare assistance available. Assisted living residents also have trained 24-hour staff members available to assist them with personal care needs and coordination of healthcare services.

Senior Living communities should also provide quality Comfort of Living. Village at Proprietors Green offers residents the chance to participate in numerous community activities, including art classes, socials, day excursions, etc. Not only are there plenty of community events to participate in, but also a fitness center, putting green, beauty salon, library, exercise trails and many other things to explore and do while living at Village at Proprietors Green. There is no shortage of fun or interactive daily activities to engage in while living at Village at Proprietors Green.

Assisted living communities should make transitioning to community easy for seniors. Making the decision to live independently at a senior community or center, like Village at Proprietors Green, should be effortless and straightforward. An excellent staff and active community can help make the transition to independent living or assisted living less complicated and more enjoyable.

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4 Heart Healthy Amenities at VPG

February 16th, 2012 | Posted in Diet Tips, Excersie Tips, Health, Senior Living, Special Occasions | No Comments »

February is all about matters of the heart. From Valentine’s Day to keeping your heart healthy, this month the Village at Proprietors Green, a senior living community near Boston, would like to help you celebrate National Heart Health Month with great amenities. Share your favorite heart healthy amenities with us on Facebook.

Seniors can help keep their heart and body in shape year round at the Fitness Center. Walk the treadmill when it’s raining or ride one of the exercise bikes. You can keep your heart healthy with a daily workout routine that fits your busy schedule.
Village at Proprietors Green residents also enjoy keeping their heart healthy with fun outdoor activities and amenities. Residents can enjoy the onsite Putting Green or walk the grounds on the outdoor walkways and paths. Walking for 30 minutes a day when it’s beautiful outside is a great way to keep your heart healthy during the upcoming spring months.
Not only is exercising regularly important for your heart health, but also eating a balanced, healthy diet. Seniors at the Village at Proprietors Green can find heart healthy dining options at the onsite Pub, Café, or formal dining room. Seniors can also prepare their own heart healthy meals in their apartment kitchens.
Regular socialization and community activities are also important for keeping your heart healthy. Village at Proprietors Green also provides activities and Community Events for seniors to participate in daily. Attend a movie with your friends or learn a new language. You can find all kinds of activities that will interest you at the Village at Proprietors Green. Share your favorite community activities with us on Facebook.

Celebrate Heart Health Month with Tips for Improving Heart Health

January 30th, 2012 | Posted in Diet Tips, Excersie Tips, Health, Senior Living, Things to Do | Comments Closed

To celebrate Heart Health month in February, and raise awareness about cardiovascular care, the Village at Proprietors Green and South Shore Hospital are presenting a special program featuring Mark I. Furman, M.D., FACC, FAHA, chief of Cardiovascular Medicine at South Shore Hospital. The program covers “Essential Steps for Effective Cardiovascular Care.” The special program with Mark I. Furman starts at 5:30 p.m. on February 9 with refreshments and the presentation starting at 6 p.m. at the Village at Proprietors Green. Please RSVP for the event by calling 866-730-0796 before February 6.

The Village at Proprietors Green, a retirement community near Boston, MA, knows that living a healthy lifestyle is not only good for your heart but also your brain. Maintaining heart and body health helps reduce the risk of strokes, dementia and other health issues as you age. Share your heart healthy tips with us on Facebook.

Eat a healthy diet. You will find a variety of healthy choices at our onsite Dining Room, Pub or Cafe. You can also prepare healthy choices in your own kitchen. Cooking meals with whole grains, leafy green vegetables and fruits are especially heart healthy options.
Exercise regularly. Even just walking for 30 minutes a day will help your heart stay healthy. Work out independently or with your friends at the Fitness Center for 30 minutes or more for an exercise program tailored to your specific needs. You can even invite your friends over to your apartment to try out a new Pilates or yoga video. Exercising with friends is a great way to stay motivated to work out regularly.
Socialize with your friends at the Village at Proprietors Green. There are plenty of activities for you and your friends to enjoy! Listen to a jazz performance, play bridge or cards, or take a stroll around the grounds. Invite your friends and neighbors over for coffee or lunch. Staying active in your community stimulates your brain and helps keep your heart working properly. Enjoying a day out with the girls is great way to stay healthy and happy!
Listen to your medical professional about managing your blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol and vitamin D levels. Maintaining blood pressure, blood glucose, cholesterol and vitamin D levels will not only help improve your heart health, but your overall health as well.

5 Simple Tips for Fighting the Flu this Season

January 30th, 2012 | Posted in Diet Tips, Excersie Tips, Health, Senior Living | Comments Closed

As the peak of flu season approaches, it’s always a good idea to take precautions to stay healthy during the cold winter months. Here are a few tips for avoiding the flu and other seasonal colds from the Village at Proprietors Green, a retirement community near Boston, MA. Share your cold and flu fighting tips with us on Facebook.

Get vaccinated. The best way to avoid the flu is to take a flu vaccine. Ask your medical professional which vaccine is right for you. You can receive the flu vaccine as a nasal spray or a shot injection. This year, the flu vaccine also comes with two new options. You can ask for the high dose injection, which is recommended for seniors aged 65 or older, and the intradermal vaccine, which uses a smaller, more concentrated needle. The flu vaccine also protects seniors from the H1N1 flu strain. Seniors aged 65 or older might also want to consider the pneumococcal vaccine that helps ward off health complications from the flu.
Wash your hands regularly. Protect yourself from cold and flu germs by washing your hands often with warm, soapy water.
Eat a healthy diet. Eating healthy is an essential way of boosting your body’s immune system. The Village at Proprietors Green offers seniors a variety of healthy meal choices at the dining room, pub and café on site.
Exercise regularly. Working out also helps to boost your immune system. Seniors can design a fitness routine around their own schedule at The Village at Proprietors Green Fitness Center.
Drink plenty of fluids. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water. Fluids help your body perform at its peak so you can stay healthier and avoid the flu.

5 Simple Steps for Sticking to your New Year’s Resolutions

January 10th, 2012 | Posted in Diet Tips, Holiday Tips, Memory Care, Senior Friendly Gadgets, Senior Living | Comments Closed

As the New Year begins, everyone is setting their New Year’s Resolutions. Have a difficult time sticking to your resolution by week two? You are not alone. Here are a few tips for sticking to your New Year’s Resolutions throughout the year from Village at Proprietors Green, a senior living community near Boston. Share your best resolution keeping tips with us on Facebook!

Be specific. If your resolution is to be more fit in the New Year, then be specific about how you would like to achieve that goal and set a specific workout schedule or routine for yourself. At the Village at Proprietors Green, residents can work with the professional trainers in the Fitness Center to develop a personalized fitness program for them.
Set reasonable goals. You are more likely to keep your New Year’s Resolution if you break it up into attainable goals. If you want to reduce your caffeine intake, try cutting back by one cup a day for a week until you reach your goal. If you want to stick to a new workout schedule, try setting a goal of a 20 minute workout 2 days a week and build on your schedule as you meet your goals.
Track your success. Use a whiteboard to help you track your new exercise schedule or diet. You can also use a day planner or other means to track your progress and success. If you see your goal in writing and your progress in action, you are more likely to stick to your original resolution plans.
Stay positive. Don’t use negative language to talk yourself out of your resolution or to punish yourself for not sticking to your goals. Only give yourself positive praise. Keep your attitude positive and reward yourself as you achieve each of your goals. A good attitude goes a long way to helping you keep your resolutions.
Be accountable. Find a friend to help you stick to your new goals or routine. A resolution buddy will help keep you accountable and motivate you to stick to your new goals and New Year’s Resolutions.

8 Creative Gift Wrapping Ideas for Holiday Gifts

December 27th, 2011 | Posted in Gift Tips, Holiday Tips, Senior Living | Comments Closed

Once you find that perfect gift for your friends and family, it’s time to start wrapping up those wonderful trinkets and holiday favors. If you can’t find the perfect wrapping paper for all of your holiday gifts, try something new this season. Here are 10 gift wrap ideas from the Village at Proprietors Green, a senior living community near Boston, your friends and family will love. Save money and make your gift stand out under the tree! Share your favorite wrapping ideas with us on Facebook. Read the rest of this entry »

5 Hot Holiday Tech Gifts for Seniors

December 20th, 2011 | Posted in Gift Tips, Holiday Tips, Special Occasions | Comments Closed

The holiday season is upon us! There are still plenty of shopping days left with great deals still available. If you are still wondering which holiday tech gifts are selling fast for seniors, here are a few suggestions from the Village at Proprietors Green, an independent and assisted living retirement community near Boston. Share your hottest holiday gifts with us on Facebook.

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7 Easy Tips for Staying on Budget for the Holidays

December 11th, 2011 | Posted in Financial Tips, Holiday Tips, Senior Living, Social Media, Special Occasions | Comments Closed

Staying on budget during the season of giving can be challenging sometimes. Now, more than ever, it is important to make a budget and stick to it. Here are a few tips from Village at Proprietors Green, a senior living community near Boston, for sticking to your budget this year during the holidays. Share your best budgeting and shopper saving tips with us on Facebook!

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Build Stronger Muscles, Build a Stronger Mind with these 4 Tips

November 29th, 2011 | Posted in Diet Tips, Excersie Tips, Memory Care, Senior Living | Comments Closed

A regular exercise routine is a large part of a healthy lifestyle. Fitness, and especially weight training, helps to stimulate your brain and helps you enjoy an active, independent lifestyle longer. Even lifting weights for 15 minutes once a week will help you improve your cognitive function and feel healthier too. Here are a few tips from the Village at Proprietors Green, an independent and assisted living retirement community near Boston, MA, for building stronger muscles and stronger minds. Read the rest of this entry »

3 Tips for Restoring Memories with Nostalgia

November 15th, 2011 | Posted in Senior Living | Comments Closed

Village at Proprietors Green, an independent and assisted living retirement community near Boston, MA, has a specially designed Memory Care Program at its Allerton House for seniors with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory related disorders. This special program maintains the highest level of care and support for residents. Here are a few tips from Village at Proprietors Green for families and supportive care givers to help seniors restore their memories with nostalgia. Share your best nostalgia moments with us on Facebook!

1. Watch old movies. Classic movies like Casablanca, Wizard of Oz, etc. can help seniors remember moments from their past. Maybe someone they knew met one of the stars or they met an old flame at one of the movies. Some seniors remember certain songs or scenes from the movies. Make the experience interactive. Encourage seniors to sing along or recite the lines they know. After the movie, invite story sharing moments. Ask open ended questions listen to the responses. You might be surprised by what each senior has to share.

2. Listen to music. Like old movies, music has the ability to bring people together. Sometimes you can create a musical moment by listening to old songs or even genres, like jazz. Usually people can remember what they were doing when certain songs were played for the first time or when something significant happened. Encourage seniors to talk about the songs they liked or things that happened in their life. Encouraging social interactions really helps to trigger memories.

3. Rekindle a love of hobbies. Try activities with seniors that they enjoyed before Alzheimer’s disease. Painting, gardening, playing piano, crafting, etc. can all trigger memories. Staying active and interactive will help build the link to memories. Making each activity social and interactive will make all the difference.