Thursday, February 26, 2015
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Congrats! Best Senior Living - Caring Stars Award
Congratulations to Waterford Estates for being awarded the
Best Senior Living - Caring Stars Award
The Caring Stars program honors service excellence at assisted living and memory care communities in America based on consumer ratings and reviews in the Senior Care Directory.
Caring Stars are the most-acclaimed assisted living and
memory care communities nationwide. To qualify for the 2015 award, the assisted living or memory care community had to receive three consumer reviews between
Dec. 1, 2013 - Dec. 1, 2014, earn at least one 5-star review during that time,
have an overall average rating greater than 4 stars (based on all reviews for
all time), and have no unresolved negative reviews. Additional criteria, such
as other online reputation information, was also considered in confirming the
official winners. Read our reviews here.
Contact our fabulous Marketing Staff at Waterford Estates TODAY to schedule a tour! (888) 703-0784
Friday, February 13, 2015
Our lifestyle is ACTIVE!
Always an active lifestyle at Waterford Estates!
We understand that being active and getting involved in the
community is part of staying healthy and being happy. We
offer a wide range of activities to allow residents to be involved
in things that interest them and make friends in the community.
Click here to see our most recent activities calendar.
Holiday activities abound during the festive seasons. A wide variety of activities occur from caroling to crafts to talented entertainment. The spirit of the holidays is always joyful!
We honor our residents year round, and especially on Veteran's Day.
Thank you for your service!
Friday, February 6, 2015
Thursday, February 5, 2015
Healthy Aging: Eat Smart For A Healthier Brain
Blueberries. ”Brainberries” Researchers have found that
blueberries help protect the brain from oxidative stress and may reduce the
effects of age related conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease or dementia.
Studies have shown that diets rich in blueberries significantly improved both
the learning capacity and motor skills of aging rats, making them mentally
equivalent to much younger rats. Recommended: 1 cup of blueberries a day.
Wild Salmon. Deep water fish, such as salmon, are rich in
Omega-3 essential fatty acids, which are essential for brain function. Wild
Salmon especially because of its cleanliness and the fact that it is in
plentiful supply. Omega-3s also contain anti-inflammatory substances. Other
oily fish that provide the benefits of Omega–3s are sardines and herring.
Recommended: 4 ounce serving 2-3 times a week.
Nuts and Seeds. Nuts and Seeds are a good source of
vitamin E, and correspond with less cognitive decline as you get older. Add one
ounce a day of either walnuts, hazelnuts, brazil nuts, filberts, almonds,
cashews, peanuts, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, flax seeds, and
un-hydrogenated nut butter such as peanut butter, almond butter, and tahini.
Raw or roasted doesn’t matter, although if you are on a sodium restricted diet,
buy unsalted nuts.
Avocados. Avocados are almost as good as blueberries in
promoting brain health. The avocado is a fatty fruit, but it’s a
monounsaturated fat, which contributes to healthy blood flow, and healthy blood
flow means a healthy brain. Avocados also lower blood pressure and, as
hypertension is a risk factor for the decline in cognitive abilities, a lower
blood pressure should promote brain health. Recommended: 1/4-1/2 of an avocado
to one daily meal as a side dish.
Whole Grains. Whole grains, such as oatmeal, whole grain
breads, and brown rice can reduce the
risk of heart disease. Every organ in the body is dependent on blood flow. If
you promote cardiovascular health, you’re promoting good blood flow to each
organ system, which includes the brain. Recommended 1/2 cup grain cereal, 1
slice of whole grain bread, 2-3 times a day.
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