Social wellness is one of six dimensions of wellness we consider to be key in order for our residents to live their best lives. 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 social wellness. For us, social wellness …
By Adam DuPree, RD/LDN, Clinical Nutrition Manager As we ring in the new year many will start thinking about resolutions, with the most common being “to lose weight”. While this is a healthful decision it is very broad and often lacks the proper setup for success. We tend to look for the newest trend or …
By Adam DuPree RD/LDN, Clinical Nutrition Manager Now that Thanksgiving is over, we are right in the middle of the holiday season. Often a time of joy and excitement it can easily become a time for stress and anxiety. Many of us will lose track of our healthy habits and veer off course but that …
As a leader in providing quality senior living, our Wellness and Recreation Department focuses on developing programs for residents using six dimensions of wellness—Spiritual, Emotional, Intellectual, Social, Physical and Vocational.
Can you believe it? It’s Thanksgiving time! As a foodie, it’s my favorite food holiday to celebrate and be thankful for all I have in my life.
We’re proud to announce that the International Council on Active Aging (ICAA) and NuStep, LLC, have named Meth-Wick Community as a Top 25 Best in Wellness senior living community in North America! The 2019 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award recognized us for successfully fostering a best-in-class wellness-centered environment that benefits everyone who lives and works here. …
Fill up your social calendar this summer with plenty of fun-in-the-sun around Cedar Rapids. Check out our guide of places to go and things to do with friends and family. Get planning! For the arts enthusiast: Concerts at the Creek Where: Indian Creek Nature Center When: Saturday evenings – June 15, June 22, June 29, …
Blood pressure, muscle mass, metabolism, bone density, memory — just a few of your body’s functions and features that change with age. It’s best to learn how to manage these gradual changes rather than deny their existence and put yourself at risk. Below, members of the Meth-Wick health and wellness staff describe the changes you …
As you plan for the next stage of your life, there’s one big question every person has to consider. Do I want to stay in my home or move? For those who choose to continue living in their home, this is commonly referred to as aging in place. It’s an attractive option for many because …
By Bruce Horovitz, Kaiser Health News I was convinced I would become an adult when I turned 21. But now, I’m certain that turning 65 was the watershed moment that finally grew me up. I’m pleased as pomegranate punch to be 65 — and alive. Not just alive and breathing, but actively engaged in making …
