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~ by Carol Vartuli
A March Challenge
Who originated the concept of a cotton gin and helped solve the mechanical problems encountered by patent-holder Eli Whitney (1794)? ____________
~ by Richard Sgaglio
You are headed for fresh, new surroundings, where you’ll be free from the care of a house and yard. Yet, the transition can be bittersweet. You’ll need to shed belongings, and the task may seem overwhelming. In fact, according to Forbes Magazine, getting ready for a move is one of the least...
~ by Richard Sgaglio
Just when you think the holidays are behind us, Valentine’s Day is here! Some people think this is the most romantic day of the year. However, for others it can be a bittersweet day with mixed emotions – especially for older adults.
~ by Richard Sgaglio
February is designated as American Heart Month by the federal government to encourage individuals to learn about, prevent, and treat heart disease. According to the CDC, more than 17 million deaths each year are caused by heart disease. Seniors are especially prone to cardiovascular disease.
~ by Richard Sgaglio
It’s the start of 2023, and for many of us the New Year comes new resolutions! Although most of us have the best intentions to achieve our resolutions, more than 90% of us won’t keep them. For that reason, January is known as “National Staying Healthy Month.
~ by Richard Sgaglio
We all have our own ways of celebrating the holidays such as Christmas, Easter, Passover, and Kwanza. Many families have annual traditions and specific ways they celebrate the holidays. However, that is not always the case with New Year’s celebrations.
~ by Richard Sgaglio
Over the past nearly three years, so many of us have been so concerned with COVID-19 that to some, the risk of flu has taken a bit of a back seat. Chances are, you’ve been asked that question recently; it pops up frequently in conversations this time of year, people will ask “Did you get your...
~ by Carol Vartuli
Babies don't worry about their bladders, and we don't expect them to. In the first few years of life, a complex interplay between muscles, brain, and nervous system develops, so toddlers are eventually able to shed their Pampers.
Reducing the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
~ by Carol Vartuli & Richard Sgaglio
November is Diabetes Awareness month. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 37 million people in the United States have diabetes and 90-95% of them are living with type 2 diabetes which often occurs as we age and can be brought on by our lifestyle rather than...
~ by Richard Sgaglio
Many people struggle with finances because they are not prepared for the future. The good news is that there are steps you can take to help correct this. October is National Financial Planning Month, and it's the perfect time to review your finances and take action that can lead to better financial...
The Osborn has been awarded its fifth consecutive five-year accreditation by CARF International. Widely recognized as the highest standard in senior living excellence, CARF accreditation attests to a...
In a welcome sign of spring, The Osborn announced its Easter Egg Hunt, a much-loved tradition for the community, to be held Saturday, April 8, 2023. The Osborn will host the special springtime morning...
The inaugural “Chef’s Table” series kicked off with Executive Chef Jonathan Carafa, who brought his famous raspberry scone recipe to demonstrate. It was like our very own Osborn cooking show...