News from The Neighbors at Dunn County
Below you will find various news highlights at The Neighbors. You will also find pdf versions of our downloadable newsletters if you would like to read the full versions.
6 Healthy Thanksgiving Meals
The Calorie Control Council reports the average American Thanksgiving dinner contains a whopping 3,000 calories. The snacks typically served before the feast may add another 1,500 calories. This is not good news for seniors living with serious health conditions. However, there are many ways to trim calories while still enjoying […]
Music Can Benefit Health
Did you know that, according to Johns Hopkins, music can be considered medicine for your mind? There are many health benefits associated with music, from improved memory to stress relief, motivation, and even decreased pain from chronic illness. It may come as a surprise to you that something as simple […]
Trick-Or-Treating Can Alarm People With Dementia
From the World’s Largest Halloween Party at the Louisville Zoo to the Jack O’ Lantern Spectacular at Iroquois Park and, of course, trick-or-treating, Halloween and all of its spooky glory are often centered on children and families. But there are some folks in the community who may need your help […]
6 Benefits of Reading for Seniors
Getting lost in a page-turning book isn’t just an enjoyable hobby for seniors; it also can enhance their mental and emotional health. Whether it’s poetry or prose, fiction or nonfiction, research indicates that avid readers may experience many health benefits. If you haven’t cracked a book open in a while, […]
6 Festive Fall Activities for Seniors
Fall is here, the leaves are changing color. It’s refreshing to feel the crisp fall air and watch the leaves change color. To celebrate the new season, we’ve rounded up 6 festive activity ideas that you can enjoy with your older adult. They’re all simple, inexpensive, and fun! 1. Fall-Themed […]