Activities and Amenities

We are proud to partner with Nashville Therapy Pets.

https://nashvilletherapypets.org/

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Many communities offer pet therapy as part of their health and wellness programs. In addition to helping people with physical, mental, or emotional illnesses, pet therapy can also provide fun and entertainment for seniors. Pets can give the most unconditional love earth has to offer.

Pet therapy is associated with many different benefits. 

Provide mental stimulation: Interactions with pets are mentally and physically stimulating. 

 In addition, interacting with animals is a great way to improve verbalization. Even non-verbal seniors can enjoy the benefits of silent communication with animals.

Decrease anxiety:

 There is a reason dogs and cats are emotional support animals. They know how to recognize signs of anxiety humans can’t detect in others. In addition, well-trained and well-mannered dogs and cats have a calming presence that can help people with anxiety feel more relaxed and at ease.

Help people with memory disorders recall specific memories: 

Animal-assisted therapy for cognitive and memory skills may involve helping the patient remember the pet’s breed or name and give basic commands to it.

Reduce loneliness:

 It is not uncommon for seniors to feel lonely once their children are grown and living in their own homes. Pets make excellent companion animals because they can fill a need for emotional connection and support.

Can Lower blood pressure: 

Pet therapy can lower blood pressure, perhaps because it helps alleviate excessive stress and anxiety.

Trigger the release of endorphins (feel-good chemicals) that boost mood: Interacting with animals can stimulate the release of endorphins, chemicals in the brain that boost mood.

Reduce overall physical pain: 

The exact cause isn’t fully understood, but research shows that pet therapy can reduce physical pain.

Improved motor skills: 

Giving animals treats, petting them, and interacting with them can help to improve motor skills in seniors. Additionally, walking a pet involves using larger muscles in the torso, arms, and legs and can strengthen and improve coordination.

These are all the potential benefits your loved one can experience with exposure to pet therapy. Though some people don’t like pets and wouldn’t respond well to this therapy, many people excitedly look forward to their pet therapy treatments. In addition, different forms of pet therapy can be tailored to the needs of your loved one.

From board games to card games, we offer our residents various fun and stimulating activities. We have scheduled game times three times a week that all the residents are invited to join and be a part of.  We also have plenty of games that individuals can play at any time with their roommates, friends, or loved ones at the home.

 Yes, card and board games can improve memory and help with age-related memory loss because brain stimulation via numbers, letters, colors, etc., enhances brain function.  But the benefits go beyond the brain. Games promote physical activity, friendship, and more. 

Types of games include

-Chess

-Checkers

-Cards

-Scrabble

-Dominos

-Uno

-Bingo

-Crossword Puzzles

-Jigsaw Puzzles

-Monopoly

-Risk

-Clue

and so many more!

Black Walnut Tree

Our property showcases a beautiful Black Walnut tree. During the fall, these walnuts will be harvested and enjoyed by residents who do not have nut allergies.

Black walnuts have a substantial amount of omega-3 fatty acids that not only help to reduce cholesterol and inflammation but also benefit brain cells and membranes by protecting them from oxidative stress and damage. Omega-3s are a healthy fat that is needed for early cognitive development in fetuses and learning and memory development in adults and the elderly. Research has revealed that the immune response and oxidative stress in the brain may contribute to the development of Alzheimer’s disease. This means that getting adequate amounts of omega-3s each day may prevent dementia and Alzheimer-related symptoms.

 They also pack plenty of vitamin A, iron, minerals, and fiber. Black walnuts have higher levels of antioxidants, polyunsaturated fatty acids, and other health-promoting compounds than the more common English walnuts, making them helpful in reducing the risk of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes.  

• Calories: 170
• Protein: 7 grams
• Fat: 17 grams
• Carbs: 3 grams
• Fiber: 2 grams
• Magnesium: 14% of the Reference Daily Intake (RDI)
• Phosphorus: 14% of the RDI
• Potassium: 4% of the RDI
• Iron: 5% of the RDI
• Zinc: 6% of the RDI
• Copper: 19% of the RDI
• Manganese: 55% of the RDI
• Selenium: 7% of the RDI

Black walnuts are 75% higher in protein than English walnuts, which provide 4 grams of protein per 1-ounce (28-gram) serving. Protein is a nutrient that positively affects weight loss, blood sugar control, and feelings of fullness (2Trusted Source, 3Trusted Source).

They’re low in carbs, and most of the carbs come from fiber, a nutrient that may also promote feelings of fullness and weight control (4Trusted Source).

Walnuts are a good source of antioxidants — substances that can prevent or delay cellular damage caused by unstable molecules called free radicals.

For example, they contain proanthocyanidins, which may protect against sun damage, improve vision, and increase blood circulation (1Trusted Source).

They also provide alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a type of omega-3 fatty acid. ALA is an essential fat, meaning your body can’t produce it, so you need it from your diet.

ALA has been linked to several health benefits, including a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke (5Trusted Source, 6Trusted Source).

We have a wide variety of plant life on the property. During the warmer seasons, residents can enjoy the medicinal, health, and overall enjoyment of these trees, plants, and gardens.

Our property has its own flower and herbal garden on site. For our residents who love the outdoors and work in the garden, we have a designated area for nature lovers. With the help of our trained caregivers, residents can help plant and grow fresh organic herbs used in the home.

-Basil

-Peppermint

-Spearmint

-Poke

-Peppers

-Tomatoes

-Squash

-Cilantro

and more...

Also, a plentiful garden area with several blooming flowers to admire the fragrance and beauty of the budding flowers and plants.

-Wildflowers

-Roses

-Cone Flowers

-Rose of Sharon

-Zinnia

-English Ivy

-Canna Lily

-Nettle

-Morning Glory

-Sunflower

and more...

We are working with local professionals to find the best fit to provide on-site massage therapy to our residents.

With a doctor's approval, your loved one can benefit from Massage Therapy to help reduce stress, increase blood circulation, loosen tight muscles, and help with flexibility and stiff joints.

This can be a very beneficial treatment and help promote overall physical and mental well-being. 

Regularly, we will host family story times. Residents loved ones will be invited to these story times.

 These will be times when residents can share some amazing life stories with other residents, caregivers, and family members. Stories that make us laugh, smile, cry, and fill our hearts.

 Our residents have so much wisdom and life experience to share. We can all benefit from these life stories.

 This also creates new bonds and helps preserve family memories and legacies. It has been shown to provide numerous mental health benefits for the older person telling the story, such as strengthening memories and reducing stress and anxiety. 

We will regularly host music therapy in-home. Along with vinyl record players, radios, etc., live performers will come on-site to entertain and share the wonderful world of music and singing with our residents. Nothing can touch the soul quite like music and a song.

 Music Therapy has a wide range of proven health benefits. For this reason, music therapy can be particularly beneficial for seniors, as it can help to deal with age-related topics such as:

• Improve Memory and Focus
• Calm Agitation in Dementia Patients
• Help with Depression and Stress
• Increase Movement and Exercise
• Enhance Communication Skills
• Help with Socialization
• Improve overall well-being

Throughout the month, we will have dedicated devotional times that all residents are invited to attend and be a part of.

We will also have guest speakers come and teach with the residents. While everyone is welcome, no resident will be obligated if they choose not to participate.

 Spiritually rooted beliefs can create a positive and hopeful attitude about life and illness, leading to better health outcomes, a sense of meaning and purpose in life, which affects health, behaviors, and social and family relationships, creating a greater ability to cope with illness and disability. 

Religion may provide the following psychological benefits:

• A positive and hopeful attitude about life and illness, which predicts improved health outcomes and lower mortality rates
• A sense of meaning and purpose in life, which affects health, behaviors, and social and family relationships.

Many older people report that religion is the most important factor enabling them to cope with physical health problems and life stresses. People who use religious coping mechanisms are less likely to develop depression and anxiety than those who do not; this inverse association is strongest among people with greater physical disability.

We will host several events throughout the year. These events will include:

-Grandparent Day

-Family Picnic Day

-Family Movie Nights

-Family Game Nights

-Father and Son Dinners

-Mother and Daughter Dinners

We will celebrate all the fun and amazing holidays year-round, and family members of residents are invited and encouraged to come, such as hosting Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners.

These events and others will be announced on our website, and invites will be sent to families via text or email.

These activities will be random fun, good times. It's always good to mix up the routine a little.

These interactive, fun activities can include anything from a 1950s-themed Dance Night, Senior Prom Night, Fashion Shows, Arts and Crafts, Masquerade Party, and much more fun.

Activities like these give the residents something to look forward to and help with: 

-Lifting the spirit and mood

-Builds bonds

-Creates fun memories

-Strengthens critical thinking

-Gets blood flowing with light form of physical activity