The Esquiline Wellness Blog

As autumn approaches, temperatures creep down, leaves change colors and fall, and family fun runs in abundance.

In Belleville, there are so many places to discover with your family and friends of all ages. There’s something here for everybody.

Immersing yourself in nature is one of the best things you can do for your body and soul. The fresh air, the beaming sun — it makes you feel better, through and through.

And it’s not just a fluke — multiple studies prove this. Being outside boosts our vitamin D levels, inspires us to exercise and lose weight, and reduces stress to make for a happier self.

Some might consider staying home the cheaper option when opposed to an independent living community.

But there may be some expenses that come along with home ownership that you may overlook.

We’ve talked about it before and we’ll say it again — volunteering is great for not only spiritual wellness, but it can also have a positive effect on your mind and body. You know that good feeling you get after you’ve done something to help other people? That feeling isn’t just that — it can improve your overall wellbeing.

When you have a loved one in a retirement community, it’s important to stop in for in-person visits, no matter how far away you live.

As the world becomes more mobile every day, sometimes we live further away from our families than we ever have before. Luckily enough, it’s easy enough to travel back and forth to keep the connection alive with our loved ones.

Everyone knows that you want to have good cholesterol levels, but what does that really mean?

September is National Cholesterol Education month, so now is a good time to find out!

On our blog, we like to take a moment or two to recognize all the wonderful, warmhearted, hardworking people that are on our The Esquiline team. Every single person that works here is essential to keeping this community running.

Spirituality is an important part of overall wellness, and from time to time we all need a little spiritual guidance.

The choice to move from your long-time home to something smaller is not easy, but it may end up being the best choice in the long run.

The first week after anyone moves into their new home, the emotions are run high! One may feel excitement and joy, and quite honestly a little anxious and overwhelmed as well. One may even experience a bit of grief after leaving their previous home…especially if it was a home where many memories were made over the years. This is all very understandable, normal and, frankly, expected.

Click here to view and download September Assisted Living activities calendar.

Click here to view and download September Independent Living activities calendar.

Click here to view and download September skilled nursing activities calendar.

We all know it; eating healthy helps you stay healthy. As you age, it’s especially important to eat things that are healthy for your heart. Why is that?