For the one million Americans living with Parkinson’s Disease and their loved ones- Parkinson’s awareness is more than a month. It’s about bringing attention to a life-changing disease that is on the rise and connecting people to critical resources. This month it is important to educate ourselves on the many symptoms that impact those with …Read More…
At Birth We reap the benefits of touch from the moment we are born. Skin-to-skin contact is widely used between newborns and loved ones right after delivery. This helps the baby with enhanced nutrient absorption, better body temperature maintenance, and improved brain development. Parents and caregivers also get mental health benefits as well from this …Read More…
Most people eat too much sodium. It is important to remember your body requires a small amount of this mineral, but in excess it can have negative consequences. Sodium can increase your blood pressure, your risk of stroke, and heart disease. Making a conscious effort to cut back on your sodium intake makes your heart …Read More…
Over the years Pisgah Valley Wellness Center has been an established part of our local community. Serving the physical and social needs of many residents and members over the years. It is more than just a gym, it is a gem. The wellness center sits within a picturesque landscape surrounded by farmland, rolling hills, and …Read More…
Stress and the holidays can tend to feel synonymous with one another as our schedules fill up with gatherings, deadlines, travel, and expenses. What should be a time of joy, may also bring feelings of anxiety and tension. The holiday season can create worry; however, it can also be an opportunity for internal focus and …Read More…
Nearly 16 million Americans are diagnosed with COPD. Another 16 million more have the disease but are undiagnosed. COPD is (currently) an incurable disease.With the right diagnosis and treatment, there are things that you can do to slow the progress of the disease and live a happier, healthier life. What is COPD? Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary …Read More…
There’s nothing more important as we age than feeling energized , engaged and living a life filled with peace and purpose. INSPIRE, is a multi-dimensional program offered here at Pisgah Valley. It’s especially geared toward helping residents attain all of those positive feelings and much more. INSPIRE Just as the letters of its name suggest, …Read More…
September is Falls Prevention Awareness Month Preventing falls is a priority for anyone at any age but especially older adults. Falls can range from a very simple loss in balance resulting in the need to grab a wall before hitting the ground or they can be severe by making complete contact with the ground resulting …Read More…
Tips, preparing your body, and benefits of taking vacation Summer is in full swing and more people are back to their regular vacationing since we were rocked with COVID three years ago. Yay! Summer vacations can be an exciting time for most, but it does take effort in planning, organizing and preparing your mind and …Read More…
Having an indoor swimming pool at their disposal allows residents of Pisgah Valley , a vibrant senior living community, to feel like they are living in a posh resort. But that sense of comfort and relaxation isn’t the only benefit that gliding through the water of a swimming pool provides. Whether you prefer swimming laps, …Read More…
