Technology has made our lives easier in so many ways. Staying in touch with loved ones through social media, shopping via Google, even mundane tasks like bill-paying are faster and more convenient than ever. Unfortunately, spending more time online can also increase the chances of being the target of a financial scam. And while scammers …
If you could reduce anxiety, sharpen your focus, experience calmness and even improve your quality of sleep in just a few minutes a day, of course you would, right? It’s possible by practicing mindful meditation. Even though “meditation” may conjure up images of candlelit studios and burning incense intended to soothe those careering through a …
We all know it can be difficult to stay active in the winter. Short days and cold weather make us want to just hunker down and wish for spring. Add in a dangerous pandemic that is limiting our social interactions, and it can be even harder to stay motivated. It’s more important than ever for …
Ask five different people what the term “wellness” means to them, and you’ll likely get five different answers. That’s because the idea of wellness is often viewed through the lens of one’s current stage in life. What wellness means to a 65 year old recent retiree will probably be different than to a 25 year …
Vocational wellness is one of six dimensions of wellness we consider to be key in order for our residents to live their lives to the fullest.
We are pleased to announce that Meth-Wick Community is among the 21% of U.S. skilled nursing facilities that have been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2020-21 by U.S. News & World Report.
The key to living a vibrant, fulfilling life is to take care of yourself. At Meth-Wick Community, we’re more than familiar with this concept. In fact, our senior living community was named one of the Top 25 Best in Wellness in North America! We believe there are six dimensions of wellness you need to tend …
After last month’s derecho, emergency preparedness is at the top of many Iowans’ minds. While there are many things to consider when preparing for an emergency or disaster, one important aspect to think about is how you will obtain and keep food and water safe. Before an emergency: Obtain enough food and water to last …
Intellectual wellness is one of six dimensions of wellness we consider to be key in order for our residents to live their lives to the fullest. Our community is constantly implementing and developing programs to complement each dimension of wellness. In this blog post, however, we are going to focus on intellectual wellness. For us, …
There isn’t a better time than summer to enjoy fresh fruit. But maybe you’re getting tired of strawberries and watermelon, and it’s time to explore something new. Have you tried a pluot? What about a tangor? These are examples of hybrid fruit. Hybrid fruits are created through natural breeding – they are not genetically modified …
