Senior Living

senior living PREPARE FOR A HEALTHY FUTURE

From the youngest to oldest, caring for one’s body by living a healthy lifestyle can positively impact physical and mental health. Health concerns increase with age, so it is important for seniors to pay attention to their bodies and understand that there are multiple ways to keep the mind and body sharp as they age. The following are some ideas for seniors to improve their health:

LEARN TO COPE WITH CHANGE

The senior years can be a time of joy and stress. Building resilience and exploring new ways of coping with challenges are crucial. Learn to make the most of good times and keep things in perspective during times of hardship. A few ways to do this: focus on your blessings, learn to acknowledge and express feelings, accept the aspects of life that cannot be changed, stay positive and learn from mistakes, and face daily challenges with a can-do attitude.

KEEP LAUGHING

Maintain a sense of humor throughout the senior years. Laughter triggers physical responses in the body that are crucial to wellbeing: F Boosts the immune system by decreasing cortisol, a stress hormone F Protects the heart and improves blood vessel functions F Decreases blood pressure and improves overall circulation and oxygen intake F Releases endorphins into the body resulting in a sense of wellbeing and even temporary pain relief

At the MAC: Cultivate friendships at the MAC and celebrate good-hearted camaraderie with plenty of laughter!

STAY ACTIVE

Fitness is often seen as a hardcore workout in the gym, but it is much more. Staying active in little ways is extremely beneficial to maintaining a healthy life. For those who are older, going for daily or weekly walks can greatly improve body strength and mobility. At the MAC: Attend water aerobics classes at the MAC. Both the West (seasonal) and Downtown clubhouses offer water aerobics classes a few mornings each week.

EAT THE RAINBOW

Maintaining a healthy and balanced diet is important for all people, but as everyone ages, it becomes imperative to monitor what people put into their diet. Eat healthy to maintain a healthy weight, consume all the right nutrients, and most importantly, feel

THE GATESWORTH

The Gatesworth offers an experience nothing short of exceptional. Apartment living at The Gatesworth is a great way to maintain your independence and still take advantage of the safety, security and camaraderie of a thoughtfully-planned community. As a rental community, there is no upfront buy-in or entry fee. With a variety of luxurious and affordable apartments, top-level services, programs and amenities, what are you waiting for? We are now welcoming new residents and would love to get to know you! To schedule a personal visit, please call (314) 993-0111 or go to TheGatesworth.com. One McKnight Place St. Louis, MO 63124

ACCUCARE HOME HEALTH CARE

AccuCare Home Health Care of St. Louis, founded by Jacque Phillips, RN owner and manager, is dedicated to providing seniors with the finest private, in-home health care. In their homes. On their own terms. Celebrating 26 years of service to more than 5,000 St. Louis families we proudly serve this community with a professional, caring, and customized care plan specifically designed for their individual needs. Treating their clients as they would care for their own family is the driving force that allows AccuCare Home Health Care of St. Louis to provide exceptional care. In addition to assisting with essential everyday needs, their caregivers can transport clients to appointments, perform light housekeeping, Give respite care to families, and much more. Jacque and her team make themselves accessible to clients by phone or email 23/7. 26 Years of Caring ! Dignity, Respect, Peace of Mind. For more information: Call 314-692-0020 or visit Accucare.com

At the MAC: The MAC offers various healthy options in all its restaurants such as the spinach salad in the Sportsman’s

Club and the healthy wok in the Stan Musial Grille, and the Club-Inspired Woks at the Jack Buck Grille. The MAC also offers registered dietitians that can assist with setting up a healthy diet plan. PROTECT YOUR SKIN As individuals age, the skin usually becomes thinner and more prone to bruises, cuts, and even skin cancer. Shield skin from the sun by covering it or applying sunscreen! VISIT THE DOCTOR REGULARLY Staying active and eating healthy are fantastic ways to balance one’s health, but seeing a doctor is also essential. Annual checkups are a great way to check in on the mind and body. Receiving doctors’ notes and professional opinions can help maintain a healthy lifestyle that will extend the youthful years! Also, diagnosing a problem early can help with treatment. Make an appointment for a checkup!

GET SOCIAL Socialization is also an important part of good, overall health. As people age, socializing can become more difficult due

DELMAR GARDENS

Founded in 1965, Delmar Gardens provides healthcare services to more than 4,000 seniors in Missouri, Kansas, Georgia, Nebraska, Illinois and Nevada; featuring skilled nursing, retirement, assisted living, home health, hospice, medical equipment, and pharmacy. Since 1993, Gabe Grossberg has served as Delmar Gardens President and CEO. Nationally known and respected as a long-term care executive, Gabe Grossberg has over 40 years of experience in the senior healthcare and development arena. Read more at www. delmargardens.com.

For more information, email info@delmargardens.com or call 636-733-7000. Main Office: 14805 N. Outer 40 Road, Suite 300, Chesterfield, MO 63017.

GABE AND BARBARA GROSSBERG

ANTHOLOGY SENIOR LIVING

Anthology Senior Living Communities in St. Louis Experience elegance, joy and connection at Anthology Senior Living. Explore the finest in Assisted Living and Memory Care at the three beautiful and nurturing St. Louis area communities near Richmond Heights, Town & Country, and Wildwood. Enjoy premium amenities and vibrant accommodations with robust safety measures designed to keep you healthy. Take advantage of a rate lock through December 2021 for a limited time!

Learn more and schedule your tour, visit AnthologySeniorLiving.com.

ASSISTANCE HOME CARE

Assistance Home Care’s Expansion Efforts Continue!

“We are excited to announce our expansion into Washington, Mo and Greater Franklin County,” said Allen Serfas, President and Co-Founder of Assistance Home Care. “Making the investment in local offices and our local management teams has been a key part of differentiation for Assistance Home Care and allows our team to quickly respond to our referral partners’, clients’ and employee’s needs.”

As a Certified Great Place to Work Company, Assistance Home Care is incredibly proud to be expanding into Greater Franklin County and allowing us to improve upon our ability to honor one’s wishes to remain in the comfort of their home while providing meaningful, local employment opportunities to those impacted by the pandemic.

To learn more about Assistance Home Care visit www. assistancehomecare.com, call 314-466-3227 or email info@ assistancehc.com

ABERDEEN HEIGHTS

Get back to the good life. Try new things. Pursue a lifelong passion. Or just relax. Whatever it is you want out of your senior years, you’ll find it’s easier to get at Aberdeen Heights in Kirkwood, MO.

Aberdeen Heights is a special place. Home to independent thinkers and self-reliant people who are used to living life on their own terms. As a full-service Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offers a unique Health Care Benefit ensures any needed care is provided at a predictable monthly rate.

Contact us today to schedule a personalized appointment and learn more about the vibrant lifestyle, services and amenities waiting for you. Discover the way that you want to live!

For more information, call 314-207-0751 www.aberdeenseniorliving.com

Aberdeen Heights 575 Couch Ave. Kirkwood, MO 63122 to many factors such as decreased mobility, family and friends growing busy, or limited access to new activities. Isolation can creep in easily, especially this year, so it is crucial to proactively seek out ways to maintain and cultivate relationships. If you are websavvy or have a web-savvy friend or family member who can help, set up FaceTime or Skype to keep you in touch with longdistance friends. For your neighbors, something as simple as socializing via the front porch will work as well.

At the MAC: The MAC offers social opportunities such as annual events and Clubs Within the Club, such as the

Forever Young Club, Military History Club or Book Club. Many of these offer web formats for socializing at a distance. Register online for the next event and keep that social life vibrant!

KEEP THAT MIND SHARP Mental health is just as important as physical health! Exercising is beneficial for the body and the brain. Also, various activities help keep the mind sharp such as reading daily or playing a challenging game with friends.

At the MAC: MAC’s Bridge Club is a great way to keep your mind sharp.

ST. LOUIS ALTENHEIM

“The award-winning St. Louis Altenheim, located in South St. Louis City, is a nonprofit long-term care facility with a history as rich as the Missouri Athletic Club. In fact, former MAC Board of Governors member, Fred Heger, also chaired the Board of the St. Louis Altenheim. We provide five-levels of care ranging from independent living to skilled nursing to assisted living memory care, allowing our residents to ‘age-in-place.’ For more information: Call Dana Boyland at 314-269-5316 for more information on living next to the Mighty Mississippi.” 5408 S. Broadway St. Louis, MO 63111

CREEK VALLEY

Retire Well. Retire Here. Creek Valley is a resort-style, all-inclusive independent living community. The value built into the long list of amenities is what sets Creek Valley apart. The signature Freedom Dining program means a professional chef, prepares fresh meals daily with flexible dining hours. Managers live on-site to ensure carefree living, and the full-time activities director works hard to incorporate Resident’s interests into fun activities and outings. Add to that 24-hour concierge services, valet parking, a safety pendant system, and weekly housekeeping and you’ll see why resident smiles are a permanent fixture. Choose your new apartment home, designed with comfort in mind, and welcome to worry-free living! For more information call: 636-552-4890 or visit us at: crvslc@rlcommunities.com 15950 Manchester Ellisville, MO 63011