Choosing the Right Community for Your Loved One

Sometimes the best next step is placement in an eldercare community. There are so many facilities to choose from, it can be hard to figure out where to start. While eldercare communities can provide necessary assistance for activities such as housekeeping, meals, rehabilitation services, and skilled nursing care, there are many factors to consider when… Continue reading Choosing the Right Community for Your Loved One

How Assisted Living Communities Can Help Prevent ER Visits

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in five visits to hospital emergency rooms in the United States involve seniors 60 years and older. With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, these numbers may continue to increase among the elderly population. At Notre Dame du Lac Assisted Living Residence, we strive to offer a… Continue reading How Assisted Living Communities Can Help Prevent ER Visits

Top 5 Tips to Prevent Heart Disease

February is American Heart Month! Throughout the month, the American Heart Association (AHA) and other organizations reinforced the importance of heart health, the need for more research and efforts to ensure that millions of people enjoy longer and healthier lives. According to U.S. News and World Report’s HealthDay News (12/9/2020), heart disease is the leading cause… Continue reading Top 5 Tips to Prevent Heart Disease

Importance of Spirituality

The Oxford definition of spirituality is the quality of being concerned with the human spirit or soul as opposed to material or physical things. However, it’s so much more than that. Spirituality comes from your inner energy that is expressed through your thoughts, feelings and actions found within. Some people find that spirituality is linked to their… Continue reading Importance of Spirituality