Each April we begin our Healthy Aging Series with a focus on
brain health, and encourage you to Believe in Yourself. We know that believing
in yourself has a positive effect on your mental health, but did you know that
self-confidence influences your physical health as well? Recent studies show
people who exhibit self-confidence are generally healthier and tend to live
longer. That's because confidence is a positive emotion and positive emotions have
countless health benefits for your mind, body and spirit. In nurturing
wellbeing by encouraging an active body, an engaged mind and a fulfilled
spirit, Juniper is also building self-confidence. The link between health and
confidence also may be related to the ability of positive emotions to boost our
brain's power to hold attention, be aware and remember things. We are better
able to learn, build new skills and relate with others when we are feeling
optimistic. Also confident people are better able to handle chaotic situations
in a positive manner. This helps to reduce or avoid excessive stress, high
blood pressure, anger, confusion – all the negative side effects of feeling
powerless, overwhelmed and out of control.
If you need to kick start your confidence, here are a few
things to try: smile; count your blessings; surround yourself with confident
people; learn how others have found their confidence and follow their lead;
challenge negative or inaccurate thinking and replace with accurate,
constructive thoughts; and encourage yourself. You can also plan to join us
this month for uplifting discussions and a focus on brain health with offerings
such as Daily Brain Builders, Wii games, and a Brain Healthy Luncheon.
Our fabulous April 2017 events in Pittsburgh, PA at Juniper
Village at Forest Hills include our:
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Dementia Caregiver Support Group Meeting
approved by the Greater Pennsylvania Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association and
affiliated with the National Alzheimer’s Association as this month we learn
about the warning signs of Alzheimer’s Disease and discuss tips for better
Brain Health on April 8th at 10:30 am. (RSVP to 412-244-9901.)
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Power of Prayer and Positive Thinking because
statistics show that both positive thinking and prayer can help us recover from
an illness and maintain good health, discover how your health can benefit from
positive thoughts, join Pastor Mark Chapman and Jennifer DeMeo from Promise
Hospice on April 13th at 2:00 pm.
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Easter Sunday Lunch to celebrate Easter with
your family and friends here at Juniper Village with a traditional meal
featuring an impressive display of Easter favorites that is free for residents
and just $15.00 for visitors and guests with all proceeds benefitting the
Multiple Sclerosis Society on April 16th at Noon. (Due to limited
space only 2 guests per resident. RSVP to 412-244-9901 by April 12th.)
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Easter Sunday Entertainment if you are not able
to make it for lunch, then join us for a variety of delicious desserts and
musical entertainment by local musical singer/performer Tom Lamb on April 16th
at 3:00 pm.
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Seniors For Safe Driving Course to improve your
abilities and lower your insurance premiums with this 1/2 day seminar that is
only $16.00 and is designed for drivers over the age of 55 who want to receive
a 5% discount on their automobile insurance premium for 3 years after taking
the course on April 18th from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. (For more
information or to RSVP to attend contact Seniors for Safe Driving at 1-800-559-4880.)
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Holocaust Remembrance Day Presentation “Lest We
Not Forget” join us as Rachel Herman, Director of the Holocaust Center of
Pittsburgh, shares information and discusses the Holocaust of World War II,
Genocide, and Human Rights Issues as we remember their pain and suffering on
April 24th at 1:30 pm. (RSVP to 412-244-9901.)
We look forward to sharing our April 2017 events
in Pittsburgh, PA at Juniper Village at Forest Hills with you as you Believe in
Yourself.
