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Happy Mother’s Day!

May 8th, 2016

Happy Mother’s Day from everyone here at Villas of Lilydale Senior Living!

5 Common Senior Nutrition Myths

May 3rd, 2016

It is no secret that proper nutrition can decrease your risk of heart disease, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. While eating habits and dietary needs often change as you grow older, there are quite a few misconceptions surrounding senior nutrition. Here are five of the most common myths.

1. Seniors will stay healthy as long as they eat regularly.

Eating something is not always better than eating nothing. As seniors lose strength and mobility, cooking a meal can become difficult and time-consuming. Reaching for pre-packaged snacks and frozen dinners can be tempting, but these food options are usually high in sodium and fat and can lead to all sorts of health problems.

2. All seniors will inevitably lose their appetites.

A slowed-down metabolism and a need for fewer calories are normal signs of aging. But when seniors completely lose their appetite, it’s often a sign of a more serious issue.

3. Seniors at a healthy weight can eat whatever they want.

Some people seem to be able to eat anything without gaining a pound. However, maintaining a healthy weight doesn’t necessarily equal good health. High-sugar and high-fat diets can lead to diabetes and heart attacks.

4. Eating alone isn’t a problem for seniors.

Studies have shown that seniors eat better in the company of others. Often prone to depression and loneliness, seniors are less likely to cook a healthy meal just for themselves. One of the biggest benefits of senior living communities is the friendly, social environment. These communities offer residents healthy delicious meals in a welcoming, social setting.

5. General nutrition guidelines are the only thing seniors need to follow to stay healthy.

A healthy diet for a 30-year-old isn’t necessarily a good diet for a 75-year-old to follow. Seniors need extra calcium and vitamin D for strong bones, while antioxidants, vitamin E and omega-3 fatty acids can improve cognitive function. Plus, a 30-year-old is much better equipped to handle high levels of sodium and fat.

Make sure to pay attention to the eating habits of your elderly loved ones. Regular, nutritious meals can help senior citizens stay happy and healthy as they grow older.

Breakfast Crew

April 25th, 2016

Our wonderful made-to-order breakfast crew cooked up a delicious breakfast for our residents at Villas of Lilydale Senior Living. There’s no better way to start the day than with a fresh and healthy breakfast!

Congratulations & Farewell

April 13th, 2016

Congratulations and farewell to Emma as she takes on a new job and new responsibilities. She will be missed by all of us here at Villas of Lilydale Senior Living!

Saint Patrick’s Day

March 17th, 2016

From bagpipes to Blarney, we enjoyed a festive Saint Patrick’s Day at Villas of Lilydale Senior Living. One of the highlights was a food demo by Assistant Chef Ray Giving. Ray created a delicious Blarney Kiwi Smash for our residents!

New American Citizen

March 4th, 2016

There’s a new American citizen at Villas of Lilydale Senior Living! We celebrated the citizenship of Home Health Care Aide Alma Alarcon with an American flag cake, flowers, balloons and more. Congratulations to Alma!

Balloon Bouquet

March 3rd, 2016

Villas of Lilydale Senior Living received a balloon bouquet from a family member in appreciation of the care her mother received at our facility. Way to go staff!

Downton Abbey Tea Social

February 22nd, 2016

A group of classy residents at Villas of Lilydale Senior Living celebrated the TV show Downton Abbey by dressing up as English maids and ladies for a tea social!

Chef Birthday

February 15th, 2016

Chef Shana recently celebrated a milestone birthday at Villas of Lilydale Senior Living with a delicious cake. Happy birthday Shana!

Kaori Birthday

January 13th, 2016

Our staff member Kaori had a special birthday party here at Villas of Lilydale Senior Living with lots of balloons and delicious birthday cake!