by Kim Hickok | Mar 22, 2020 | Health and Wellness
COVID-19: What Older Adults Should Know In times like the era of COVID-19, staying informed is key to staying healthy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is our go-to resource for recommendations on what older adults should know about novel...
by Kim Hickok | Feb 19, 2020 | Health and Wellness
Do Something Great For Your Heart! February is American Heart Month, and we’re all about doing great things for our hearts here at Ávila. In addition to informing ourselves with the fantastic research from the National Heart, Blood and Lung Institute, we’re taking...
by Kim Hickok | Oct 20, 2019 | Health and Wellness
The newest installment of our Lifelong Learning series features a topic that is incredibly important: FOOD! After many requests from residents who were interested in learning more about eating well for our health, Avila invited a few of our neighbors at Teresian House...
by Kim Hickok | Sep 27, 2019 | Health and Wellness, Life at Ávila
Recently we had a chance to sit down and speak with Avila’s Fitness Rehab Specialist, Barbara Howansky, to learn more about what led her to find the work she loves and about her recent award from the Aquatic Exercise Association. Barb has been with Avila since the...
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 | 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...