What is wellness? The National Wellness Institute defines
wellness as "a conscious, self-directed and evolving process of achieving
full potential." At Juniper we believe in fostering this definition of
wellness everyday by offering programs and services that help our residents
achieve their full potential. As we wind down our Healthy Aging series, this
month we focus on Food by highlighting our H’Art and Soul of Dining Signature
Program.
Throughout our lives the most important discussions,
revelations, decisions and announcements have transpired around the dinner
table. When company came over we caught up on the latest gossip over coffee and
fresh baked goods. If you needed advice from your parents, it was often given
while enjoying Mom’s delicious pot roast on a Sunday evening. Why should that
be any different when you enter your retirement years in one of our
communities?
With the kitchen often being the heart of the home, we have
developed H’Art and Soul of Dining with this in mind. This program strives to
impart spirited service, companionship and nourishment through sharing the joy
of good food – just like home! Our dining program is designed to not only meet
resident’s physical needs, but their emotional and social needs as well. We
believe this program provides a perfect balance of nutritious and delicious
food choices, comfortable atmosphere and ambiance, social interaction,
cleanliness and a spirit of service.
Indulge with us this month as we focus on the “heart” of the
home with program offerings centered on food and nutrition such as our
hydration program with healthy snacks and juices and educational presentations
by a dietitian. Join us in June as we Live in Wellness.
Our fabulous June 2016 events in Pittsburgh, PA at Juniper
Village at Forest Hills include our:
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Caregiver Support Group Meeting approved by the
Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and affiliated with
the National Alzheimer’s Association where we will discuss how appetites and
eating abilities change as the illness progresses on June 8th at 1:30 pm. (RSVP
to 412-244-9901.)
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Summer Fruit Carving Class taught by Juniper
Village’s Dietary Manager, Ken Miller, you will learn the techniques used by
the experts to adorn your summer picnics and parties than with beautifully
carved fruit on June 9th at 6:00 pm. (RSVP to 412-244-9901. Cost is just $20.00
and will include your own set of carving knives.)
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Father’s Day All You Can Eat Breakfast to enjoy
a variety of breakfast favorites, just like dad used to make on June 19th at
8:30 am. (RSVP to 412-244-9901 by June 15th. Free for residents and just $10.00
for visitors with all proceeds to benefit the American Disabled Vets
Association.)
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Father’s Day Celebration if you are not able to
make it for our Father’s Day Breakfast, or just want to stay longer, then join
us in the afternoon for a variety of desserts along with musical entertainment
by local accordion player, Roy Kim, at an afternoon fit for a king on June 19th
at 2:30 pm. (No need to RSVP. Free for residents and guests.)
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Marriage & Memories as residents are invited
to bring in their wedding gowns, photo albums and memories to share with one
another, while information is shared about the fashion styles of wedding gowns,
and those who can still fit into their gowns will be invited to model them for
us; a small reception with assorted wedding cookies and punch will be served
afterward on June 29th at 3:00 pm. (RSVP to 412-244-9901.)
We look forward to sharing our June 2016 events in Pittsburgh,
PA at Juniper Village at Forest Hills with you as you Live in Wellness.
