Senior retirement living communities are all about living life to the fullest. You’ve worked hard all your life and now it’s time to be honored for your accomplishments. Now that you have time, you can focus on all the things you’ve been wanting to do! At Oakmonte Village, we want you to feel relaxed, happy and stress free. Just enjoy all the services Oakmonte has to provide and we will take care of the rest without taking away your independence.

Still not convinced a senior community is not right for you? Don’t let the myths scare you! A retirement community is not the “last stop” in life. We want you to retire from work, not life. You should be recognized for who you are and who you have always been. Don’t let your age define you. The sooner you retire, the better! Don’t pass up a fun and relaxing lifestyle at Oakmonte Village before knowing all the facts.

People who choose to live in retirement communities, senior communities, or in senior apartments tend to be healthier, more active and actually live longer. Your diet will be healthier due to our balanced nutrition and well-prepared meals, you will be more social when you attend any of our events, and you will remain active and fit.

Oakmonte Village is more than just an Orlando senior retirement living community. We also provide Assisted living, Independent living and Memory Care. Our services and staff will help you in anyway possible.

When it’s time to look for a senior retirement living option for those you care for, Oakmonte Village is here to make you feel at home while living actively and independently. With the care and attention to detail throughout every aspect of our community, living here is second to none. Call us today at 407-732-5800 to learn more about the services we offer and to schedule a tour.

Quite possibly your best line of defense when boosting your immune system is to adopt a healthier lifestyle. When all is said and done, living healthily can bolster your body’s attempts to fight diseases. Following an immune system boosting lifestyle is basically the same as following a heart healthy diet, which can benefit every part of your body. Here are a few healthy-living strategies that you can follow:

• Don’t smoke or try to quit smoking
• Get an adequate amount of sleep
• Exercise most days of the week
• Maintain a healthy weight
• Eat fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and little saturated fats
• Eat lean protein
• Drink alcohol in moderation

New research has also suggested that vitamin D can also boost immune response, and low levels may be linked to an increase in colds and the flu. Find way to reduce your stress level by engaging in something you enjoy. You’d be surprised to learn that stress actually changes the way your body responds to illness. Stress can end up leaving your body less responsive to inflammation, leading to an increased risk of illness.

Whether you’re living at home or in the comfort of a senior living community, taking a few simple steps everyday to help strengthen your immune system can protect you from future illness. Oakmonte Village is an active retirement community dedicated to promoting your well-being within our independent living center. Seniors are surrounded by great care and company with the ability to continue independent living after retirement. Call us today at 407-732-5800 to learn more about our amenities and to schedule your tour.

1. Alzheimer’s
It can be difficult for a senior to continue living normally when they have trouble processing information, when they become forgetful, or when they become confused more often than they should. Senior retirement living may be the best option to keep them safe if you feel they are unable stay at home alone. If they show any of these signs, you should encourage them to visit their doctor and consider moving to a retirement community.

2. Safety
A senior doesn’t have to be ill to live in a senior retirement community. A healthy senior may have more difficulty staying balanced and getting around, which could increase their risk of falling or hurting themselves. Moving them into a senior living community may be an option worth considering.

3. Care-Giver Stress
Balancing your social life, family life and your career can be stressful as it is, but when you thrown care-giving into the mix, it can become stressful for everyone involved. It can be tough spending your spare time caring for your loved one because it allows little time for yourself. If caring for a parent or loved one begins interfering with your ability to juggle other aspects of your life, the best option could, again, be moving them to a senior retirement community where they can receive constant care.

4. Health
If a senior has trouble taking care of themselves, whether it’s simply forgetting to take their medication, or even becoming anti-social, it could be a sign that they need extra care. Sometimes it’s difficult for seniors to live happily when they live at home alone, but with a retirement community, they will never lack social communication or activities to partake in. Care-givers at a senior community are there to help seniors keep track of medication, and there won’t be the burden of cooking for themselves, keeping active, or becoming anti-social.

Our senior living community at Oakmonte Village has everything seniors will need for a comfortable and active life. If you’re interested in learning more about our senior living community and how we can improve the quality of life for your loved one, call us at 407-732-5800 to begin the next chapter in your life.

At Oakmonte Village we only want the best for our residents. We want our residents to feel safe, happy and satisfied, and we do so by promoting a healthy lifestyle at our senior retirement living community. We feature various activities and perks from an outdoor swimming pool, a gym, a dance studio, a crafts center, a library, games, card rooms and directed activities.

Being active and performing activities outdoors can be healthy and refreshing, but when exposed to too much sun and heat you can become susceptible to symptoms and illnesses such as: dehydration, confusion, dizziness and unbalance. Senior citizens are more susceptible to getting dehydrated because as people age, they lose their sensation of thirst. If you don’t know that you need to drink more water, and you are outside, you have a high possibility of becoming dehydrated. All of this can be prevented if you know the proper procedures to have a safe, a secure and a happy summer.

• Procedures for Staying Safely Hydrated:
• Move slowly: Performing too much physical activity can raise the temperature in your body and make you even hotter. Slow down and relax.
• Keep Control of the Temperature Indoors: When curtains and blinds are open they can increase the temperature in the room. Close the curtains and blinds to keep your room nice and cool.
• Drink Plenty of Fluids: This cannot be stressed enough. Drink plenty of fluids such as: water, juices, decaffeinated teas. Drinking anything else will not quench your thirst.
• Skip hot, heavy meals: Eat meals such as: cold sandwiches, fruit and salads. Eating cold meals will keep your body temperature cool.
• Plan Outdoor Activities During Cooler Hours: The morning and evening times are usually the best times to perform activities because of how low the temperatures are.
• Don’t ignore the signs of health problems: If you feel dizzy, strange, have a shortness of breath, and you are no longer sweating, it could be the symptoms of heat exhaustion. Call for medical attention immediately if that were to occur.

Whether you’re living in the comfort of your own home, or at Oakmonte Village’s senior retirement living community, it’s important to understand the procedures for staying safe throughout the Florida summers. Oakmonte Village is an active retirement community dedicated to promoting your well-being within our independent living center. Call us today at 407-732-5800 to learn more about our amenities and to schedule your tour.

Flying Kites: Activities like this can be fun for the whole family, not just the children! You can feel like a kid again with this exhilarating activity, all while also engaging in a little exercise and getting fresh air!

Gardening: Gardening goes hand-in-hand with spring time, making it an ideal activity to enjoy spring time blooms. This productive activity can give you a bit of exercise, and kids love to participate because they get to play in the dirt. Reap the fruits of your labor throughout the year with this excellent activity.

Biking: Any type of outdoor sport can be beneficial for senior living, and biking is one of them. Biking is a low-impact aerobic sport that puts less stress on your knees than walking or jogging. Just because you’re growing older, doesn’t mean you have to stop enjoying some of your favorite outdoor sports.

Drawing and Painting: Luckily this can be done outside, and inside when the spring showers come around. Take some time to observe what’s around you, or just take a look outside your window and re-create the beauty of nature. It not only keeps your mind active, but it’s a fun activity in which you can immerse yourself.

Swimming: The weather in Florida tends to get a little warm, so why not take a dip in the pool while enjoying the outdoors? Swimming is beneficial for your health, and can keep you cool in the spring and the upcoming summer as well!

The beautiful springtime weather can encourage you to become more active while spending time with the ones you love. Whether you live at home or in a retirement living community, keeping active is one of the best ways to stay healthy. Oakmonte Village senior apartments will keep you living the life you want while engaging in a comfortable active lifestyle. Call us at 407-732-5800 to learn more about our amenities and how we can help you enjoy a healthy life!

Coping with stress can be difficult because you often believe you don’t have the time to simultaneously care for yourself and your loved one. Many caregivers often experience symptoms including:

• Fatigue

• Sleepiness

• Guilt

• Anxiousness and worrying

• Aches and pains

• Feelings of being overwhelmed

• and much more

Many caregivers who care for their loved ones are also working regular jobs on top of care-giving, making it more likely that they will experience chronic stress. What makes stress so bad? Not only can it worsen your physical and mental health, but it can inhibit your ability to effectively work, perform and even communicate. It can also lead to other health conditions like heart disease and depression, in addition to a higher risk of long term medical conditions like cancer and arthritis.

Suffering from stress can have a negative effect on how you may handle certain situations, and can really take a toll on your mental health. It’s important for caregivers to practice stress-relieving techniques whether you exercise, read a book, garden or anything else that can calm you and that you may enjoy. If it’s necessary to take a break from your care-giving responsibilities, you can do so to help manage your stress. If you feel as if you can no longer take care of a loved one due to overwhelming stress, there are senior retirement living options for those you care for, if you feel it’s necessary.

When it’s time to look for a senior retirement living option for those you care for, Oakmonte Village is here to make you feel at home while living actively and independently. With the care and attention to detail through every aspect of our community, living at home may now be second best. Call us today at 407-732-5800 to learn more about the services we offer and to schedule a tour.

Animals add excitement and companionship at Senior Living homes:
It’s been said that a dog is a man’s best friend and that doesn’t change regardless of age. Some seniors already have pets before moving into a Senior Living home, so of course they’re going to bring their best friend with them.

Pets increase fitness activity in seniors:
At any age, it is widely known that owning a pet is not a simple task. Regardless if it is a cat or a dog, animals require attention. Dogs especially must be walked, played with and fed. Cats on the other hand are a tad simpler, but they still require some form of attention which can increase fitness, even if it’s in small doses.

Lower stress=lower blood pressure:
As people get older, heath problems tend to arise and high blood pressure is quite common in seniors. Blood pressure can be linked to every day stresses. Even though someone might be retired, they might still be stressed. It is suggested that a dog or cat can get rid of some stress that seniors have built up. Pets and blood pressure are linked to animal lovers who tend to be more relaxed and playful, because when they enjoy the time with their pet, they aren’t as stressed.

Decrease loneliness and depression:
When you own a dog or a cat, it is almost impossible to be lonely. You might not want to get out of bed in the morning, but your cat certainly wants you to. Or perhaps you’re feeling down about something and then you see your dog’s tail wagging for you to play with him. Owning a pet makes getting older, a little easier.

Overall increase in health:
Studies show owning a pet leads to a better sense of self because it creates purpose for seniors. Being responsible for a pet creates a routine for seniors and it is rewarding to be able to take care of another living thing.

As you can see, those are just the top five reasons why elderly people are much better off if they own a pet. Although only five are listed, there are a variety of different reasons as to why owning a pet is better for anyone’s overall health, independent of age. The senior living community at Oakmonte Village strives to accommodate the needs of seniors and owning a pet is most definitely one of them.

1. Orlando Science Center: With four floors of exciting exhibits, amazing giant screen movies and engaging live programming, the Science Center is the perfect destination. This is also the ideal rainy day activity because it is completely indoors!

2. Kennedy Space Center (Titusville): Just east of Orlando, NASA’s launch headquarters is the only place on Earth where you can tour launch areas, meet a veteran astronaut, see giant rockets, and even view a rocket launch.

3. Truffles & Trifles (Orlando): Want to improve your culinary capabilities? Truffles & Trifles offers cooking classes in topics such as: grilling, brunch, Mediterranean, homemade pasta, Italian, vegetarian, and many other “techniques” classes.

4. Bok Tower Gardens (Lake Wales): Through its historic landscape gardens, unique Singing Tower carillon and magnificent 1930s Mediterranean-style mansion, the Gardens offer unparalleled opportunities for artistic, cultural, personal and spiritual enrichment.

5. Peabody Duck March (Orlando, Peabody Hotel): Each morning, promptly at 11 a.m., the hotel’s atrium lobby is the scene of a remarkable ritual. In a special elevator, the five North American mallard ducks, four hens and one drake descend from their $100,000 penthouse Royal Duck Palace. When the elevator doors open, the ducks begin a march to the strident tones of John Philip Sousa’s King Cotton March. They waddle their way in formation to the atrium fountain, the ducks mount three steps and splash into the fountain’s waters. At 5 p.m., the procession is reversed, the ducks march back to their special elevator, then to their Royal Duck Palace for dinner and a quiet evening together.

6. Enzian (Winter Park): Surrounded by weeping oaks, a bubbling fountain, and a beautiful courtyard, Enzian is a unique movie-going experience. As Central Florida’s only full-time, not-for-profit alternative cinema, Enzian exists to entertain, inspire, educate, and connect the community through film. Along with first-run independent features, Enzian offers a variety of special events, such the nationally recognized Florida Film Festival.

7. Whole Foods (Orlando – Turkey Lake Road location): This grocery store offers more than just wholesome meals. Their “events” include classes on: cooking, exercising, arts & crafts, wine festivals and even movies on the patio.

8. Harry P. Leu Gardens (Orlando): Explore an amazing 50-acre botanical oasis. Leu Gardens has all kinds of events, including Date Night, plant sales, Jazz ‘n Blues Stroll and classes in botanical arts and crafts, photography, cooking and so much more.

9. Orlando Museum of Art: Peruse spectacular exhibits, or attend “Orlando’s original art party,” the first Thursday of every month from 6 – 9 pm. On “1st Thursdays,” OMA showcases a new theme with works by local artists, live music, cash bars serving wine, beer, soft drinks and water, and café offerings from area restaurants.

10. Scenic Boat Tours (Winter Park): Take a relaxing, narrated, one hour cruise through the beautiful lakes and canals of historic Winter Park, Rollins College, Kraft Azalea Gardens and Isle of Sicily, observing tropical birds, plants, flowers and magnificent mansions.

And remember, if you don’t want to venture out on your own, Oakmonte Village plans plenty of exciting organized events. Read our Newsletter for upcoming activities and events.

1. Call to schedule a tour, tour the community and get a feel for the environment. Does it feel right? Do you feel happy or excited at the idea of living there?

2. Visit the units, attend an event and explore the grounds. Even buying lunch and having it on the property will give you an idea of how it would feel to live there.

3. Bring up any questions or concerns you have, and if possible, ask a few residents. They can tell you first hand their experiences and if it’s the right lifestyle for you. Meeting residents, building friendships and exploring can help make the transition more comfortable and easy.

4. Make sure your finances are in order and if your family members are helping you out talk to them openly about it. It’s important to feel safe, secure and check that everyone is on the same page.

If you have any other questions or concerns about a senior living community,  please contact Oakmonte Village at http://oakmontevillage.com/index.html