EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: As part of Spring Valley Senior Living and Health Care Campus’ commitment to the highest quality of care for our residents and tenants, along with our efforts to protect our residents and tenants from illnesses that have started to occur outside of our campus, we are limiting all visitors, guests, and volunteers. We politely ask that…
Valentine’s Day Party We had so much fun at our Valentine’s Day party! Lots of treats were had, Valentine’s drinks – cherry cheesecake sippers – were drunk, and Taylor McFarland (one of our awesome volunteers) came dressed up as Cupid. As part of our annual Queen of Hearts tradition, Bonnie Hartnell was crowned our 2020…
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Submitted by Dave Draeger, CDM, CFPP, Director of Dietary and Dining Services Gut health (once thought to be associated with just eating yogurt) has evolved into a complex process. Gut bacteria can be tied to obesity, diabetes, depression and colon cancer. An ever increasing population suffers from Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis, Inflammatory Bowel Disorder, Celiac…
Resident enrichment is an important value on our campus. Keeping residents engaged in activities helps to keep them active, both physically and mentally. It also aids in daily entertainment and increasing quality of life. They gain a sense of independence and positive self-image as well. There are many, many activities planned in a month (see…
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Submitted by Dave Draeger, CDM, CFPP, Director of Dietary and Dining Services At some point in time we have all heard “eat more fruits and vegetables.” No one disputes the benefits and healthfulness of eating fruits and vegetables, yet it remains difficult for most to consume the suggested amounts. The 2015 -2020 Dietary Guidelines for…