by Kim Hickok | Aug 15, 2019 | Health and Wellness
Vaccines aren’t just for kids—they’re for adults, too! You can protect yourself from serious diseases like shingles, pneumonia, and the flu. August is Vaccine Awareness Month, so we’ve gathered the latest information from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) to keep...
by Kim Hickok | Jul 26, 2019 | Senior Living
The sun – we sure miss it when it’s not here! And when summer finally arrives, we want to soak it up as much as we can. Sun safety is paramount at any age, and it’s important to educate yourself on the best ways to enjoy the sun while minimizing the risks to...
by Kim Hickok | Jun 28, 2019 | Health and Wellness
When you’re faced with pain, it can be hard to find the motivation to get moving. But walking is one of the best ways to help your body when it comes to arthritis. When you walk, it strengthens your muscles—which helps shift pressure from from your joints. This...
by Kim Hickok | Jun 15, 2019 | Life at Ávila
Our Lifelong Learning series is back! We are always excited to spotlight how much we have to learn from members of our own community. This time we had a cooking demonstration with our very own Chef Brandon making Chicken Tikka Masala. Chicken tikka masala is a dish...
by Kim Hickok | May 31, 2019 | Life at Ávila, Senior Living
Our very own Nina Larrabee sat back down with Ami Schnauber of LeadingAge New York for a fun session of “Q and Ami.” Her responses are so genuine and we just can’t help but smile as she shares how life at Avila helps you stay young. Thank you Nina, for your inspiring...
