Orchard Grove Assisted Living

01/26/2026

Happy National Green Juice Day, which is celebrated every January 26th! Green juice is a blend of healthy foods such as kale, cucumbers, berries, oranges, and celery.

Green juice is a delicious drink that provides so many health benefits. Check it out:

Green juice is a drink that contains healthy, green foods and has become more popular over the years. Green juice isn’t a specific type of juice –...

01/25/2026

Advance directives are written instructions about future medical care if/when you become unable to make decisions for yourself (for example if you are unconscious or too ill to communicate). These are also called healthcare directives. Learn more about advance directives in this blog:

Advance directives are written instructions about future medical care if/when you become unable to make decisions for yourself (for example if you...

01/24/2026

Did you know January is the month with the smallest amount of blood donations? This is because illnesses are more prevalent and weather conditions are poorer at this time of year.

Donating blood saves countless lives, so it is very important to donate blood if you are willing and able to. Here is more information on the blood donation process and how it can help save lives:

https://saberhealth.com/news/blog/donating-blood

01/23/2026

Today is National Activity Professionals Day. We want to give a shout out to all the amazing Life Enrichment team members who work each day to make the residents' day special. You help create long-lasting memories and help the residents form connections to one another. Thank you for all you do!

01/19/2026

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.”

Today we remember the life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr., and the lasting impact his words and actions have had on our nation and the entire world.

01/18/2026

Today is National Gourmet Coffee Day! Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the United States, with Americans drinking about 146 billion cups of coffee each year! Click the link below to learn about the health benefits of drinking coffee:

Did you know that Americans drink about 146 billion cups of coffee each year? That equates to about 40 million cups of coffee per day!1
Coffee is...

01/17/2026

January is National Hobby Month! A hobby is a great example of how to keep seniors’ minds active while having fun. Here is a list of hobbies that are both easy and fun for seniors:

Did you know that two out of three seniors will undergo cognitive decline to some extent around 70 years old? That’s why it is important for...

01/16/2026

Shannon Casella, Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) and Certified Food Protectant (CFP) at Third Avenue Health and Rehab, recently graduated from the CDM program at Roanoke University. Check out her story and how she is making an impact: https://saberhealth.com/news/blog/shannon-casella-graduates-from-roanoke-university-and-earns-cdm-certification

01/15/2026

January 15th is National Fresh Squeezed Juice Day! Alongside tasting delicious, there are a lot of health benefits to having a glass for that sweet tooth craving. Read more here: https://ow.ly/mWLm50XXuAs

01/14/2026

Today is organize your home day 📰 Did you know that the average American owns 300,000 items in their homes? Decluttering can be one way to keep your home neat and tidy. Here are 8 decluttering tips for seniors:

Americans own an average of 300,000 items in their homes, and 1 out of every 10 Americans rent off-site storage for their excess belongings.1...

01/12/2026

Each month, residents in participating affiliated communities will have the opportunity to learn more about a different city or country through fun activities, interesting facts, and delicious cuisine through the Port of Call program. The Life Enrichment teams put together a program where residents will experience and celebrate the unique culture of the chosen city. During January, the Port of Call theme is Rovaniemi, Finland! Learn more about Rovaniemi below:

Each month, residents in participating affiliated communities will have the opportunity to learn more about a different city or country through fun...

01/12/2026

January 12th is National Gluten Free Day. Let’s look at what gluten is and how to know if you might be an individual who has Gluten sensitivities in this blog:

January 12th is National Gluten Free Day, and at participating affiliated communities, the residents will enjoy an ice cream dessert.
Let’s look...