The Esquiline Wellness Blog

UPDATE: May 27, 2021 - See New Updates to the Visitor Policy in Dammert below in red:

We are delighted to report that our community of residents and staff received the 2nd dose of the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine on Friday, February 5, 2021 and have now moved to just once per month testing of all staff in the Dammert Care Center and St. Francis Assisted Living.   

The safety of our residents and staff is our top priority, and we continue to follow the guidance of the CDC as well as our state and local health departments of the recommended infection control measures, mask wearing and safe social distancing.

Updates can also be heard on our COVID-19 hotline at 618.394.6261.

When it comes to living healthy, many are seeking a more holistic lifestyle - a relatively new trend. This has been driving many people to participate in activities and invest in products that make them feel good in every aspect of their lives—their minds, their bodies, and their souls. But what exactly is holistic living, and how do you live a holistic lifestyle that’s right for you? 

When is the right time to move to a retirement community? There’s no one answer for every situation, but if you are finding it difficult to maintain a home, are feeling socially isolated, or have already started downsizing, then now is a good time to start your search! 

This Palm Sunday is March 28. This will be the final Sunday of Lent and the start of Holy Week for Christians across the world. As we approach the end of this year’s Lenten journey together, let’s take a closer look at Palm Sunday — what it means, how it’s celebrated, and what we can do to make the most of it.

For many, Lent is a solemn season. It’s a time for serious reflection, both spiritually and personally. But as we look ahead to Holy Week in March, our thoughts turn to quiet preparations for Easter joy. With that in mind, let’s take a look ahead at some of the lighthearted, fun ways people have and will celebrate Easter across the world.

Lent is a time of spiritual renewal and reflection. It’s a time to reflect on both our faith and our lives, and an opportunity to pause and take a deeper look at things we might otherwise overlook or take for granted.

As we age, we all need a little extra help, and some of us need more or less at different stages of our journey. If you have started evaluating alternatives for a loved one’s care, it’s important to do your research. And the sooner you make this decision - perhaps even before you or a loved one requires such care - the better. 

The holidays provide many of us an opportunity to see those we love - whether virtually or in person. It’s a time to connect or reconnect with those we may not have seen in many months - or even years. During these holiday catchups, it can sometimes become clear that a loved one’s health has declined since the last time you connected. Perhaps there has been a fall or health mishap, or their mental or physical health doesn’t appear to be what it used to.