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 Mount Joy, PA at Juniper
Village at Mount Joy include our:
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LGBT Aging Workshop sponsored by the Lancaster
Activities Directors Association and Lancaster LINK as topics covered will include: culture,
needs, and unique considerations of LGBT older adults; why LGBT older adults
are less likely to access health and social services; how caregiving for an
LGBT older adult differs from caregiving for their heterosexual peers; best
practices, policy and practice areas for increasing inclusiveness and safety
for LGBT older adults and their caregivers; with lunch and snacks provided on June
7th from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm. (RSVP via
www.joinlada.com.
Only the first 36 registrants will be accepted.)
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Mount Joy Chamber of Commerce Mixer as all
Chamber members and those interested in learning more about the Chamber and its
initiatives are invited to mix and mingle, so we look forward to entertaining
members in the beautiful courtyard and sharing refreshments on the back porch
on June 9th from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. (RSVP to the Chamber Office at 717-653-0773.)
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Father’s Day BBQ – Burgers, Beers & Quality
Time as we are calling all sons, daughters, grandkids, nieces, nephews and
friends because we are honoring the men in our lives with an honest to goodness
BBQ, so join us at Juniper Village at Mount Joy for all your cook-out favorites
to celebrate Father’s Day on June 17th from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. (RSVP to 717-492-9692
by June 15th.)
We look forward to sharing our June 2016 events in Mount Joy,
PA at Juniper Village at Mount Joy with you as you Live in Wellness.
