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March 2021 A health & wellness newsletter for enhanced living
Keep calm and spring forward this March
Monday morning. Take a
short 20-30 minute nap on
Sunday afternoon, but be
sure that it’s not too close to
your preferred bedtime.
3. Keep a routine
Allowing yourself to go to
bed and wake up at the same
time every day will help your
As March gets underway, our senior health in a negative light. body to regulate and stick
minds start thinking about warm- Springing forward may cause to a sleep schedule. Avoid
er temperatures, flowers bloom- some of us to lose sleep, result- spending more time in bed
ing, and the official first day of ing in a decrease in concentration than needed.
spring. Another tell-tale sign of and memory, and an increase in
the changing season is when we fatigue. While this change is chal- 4. Use bright light to help
turn the clocks forward an hour lenging for some, here are a few manage your body clock
for Daylight Saving Time on Sun- tips to help you plan for and adjust The National Sleep Founda-
day, March 14, 2021. to Daylight Saving Time: tion suggests you avoid bright
light in the evening and that
According to the National Aero- 1. Get outside you should expose yourself
nautics and Space Administration Daylight Saving Time pro- to sunlight in the morning to
(NASA), Benjamin Franklin is vides more daylight, so take awaken you.
credited with the concept of Day- advantage by participating
light Saving Time. His idea was in more outdoor activities, 5. Cut back on caffeine
to conserve energy by shifting the which could improve physical To sleep more soundly, avoid
clock forward in the spring and and mental fitness. The extra caffeine for 4–6 hours before
backward in the fall, making the sun exposure will also give bedtime. This will allow your
best use of daylight hours. you a boost of vitamin D. body to relax and sleep com-
fortably throughout the night.
In general, “losing” an hour in 2. Take a nap
the spring is more difficult to ad- According to the National By keeping these tips in mind,
just to than “gaining” an hour in Sleep Foundation, planning you can be well-rested, healthy,
the fall. According to Aging Care, ahead to take a nap can help and productive as you spring
Daylight Saving Time can affect you avoid being sleepy on forward this March.
Contact your local Genesis Rehab therapy team on-site.
Technology: Making a positive impact
In these unprecedented times, concerns, there are many tutori- What can you do?
we need each other for support als available to aid with enhanc- • Regularly schedule a con-
and companionship. It is essen- ing skills with smart technology. sistent time to chat with a
tial to stay in touch with loved friend or loved one.
ones; however, this can be diffi- Zoom Video Tutorials: • Leverage the health and well-
cult when friends and family live https://support.zoom.us/hc/ ness benefits of smart devices
far distances or during times of en-us/articles/206618765- to track your activities or set
isolation or quarantine. Zoom-Video-Tutorials? up medication reminders.
• Ask for help if intimidated by
Findings show that technol-
How can I use technology to your smart technology.
ogy can be effective in reducing
stay connected? • Take a class to learn how to
social isolation by allowing us
• Text care for and operate features
to stay virtually connected. An
• Share or post pictures and on your devices.
AARP national survey found
videos • Expand use of your technol-
that “although older Americans
• Video chat (e.g. Skype, Face- ogy for your interests: read-
are increasingly drawn to new
Time or Zoom) ing the news, checking the
technology, many do not take
• Email weather, reading books, play-
full advantage of their devices
• Use social media (e.g. Face- ing games, completing puz-
due to concerns of privacy issues
book, Instagram) zles, or managing finances.
online”. In order to address user
March Crossword Puzzle: Technology
DOWN:
1. ability to influence
2. wind, temperature, cloudiness
3. such as internet, radio, TV,
newspapers, magazines, etc.
6. strict isolation imposed
7. scientific or industrial process,
invention, method, or the like
ACROSS:
4. to spread or stretch out
5. intelligent
8. item of mechanical or electrical
purpose
9. persons of affection/regard
10. association as a companion
11. instruction in a subject
12. secrecy
March Word Search: Daylight Savings Time
ADJUST DECREASE OUTDOOR SEASON
BED FALL PHYSICAL SLEEP
BODY FATIGUE PRODUCTIVE SPRING
CAFFEINE FORWARD RELAX SUN
CHALLENGE HOURS ROUTINE SUNDAY
CLOCKS MENTAL SAVING TIME
DAYLIGHT NAP SCHEDULE
Monthly spotlight
March is National Nutrition Month®
This month’s focus is on the importance of making informed food choices and
developing sound eating and physical activity habits at any age. However, as we
get older our bodies have different nutritional needs. Visit www.eatright.com
for tips, recipes, and information on eating for good health.
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Your Wellness Matters: A virtual series
We recommend you engage in physically and/or intellectually stimulating
activities on a regular basis to enhance your overall wellness. To help you with
this, we’ve created an online library of “Your Wellness Matters” classes that are
18 to 35 minutes long. You can access these wellness offerings at any time, day or
night, from the comfort of your own home by visiting:
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New this month: Neck and Upper Body Stretching
It is common to carry stress in the upper shoulders and neck. Join Physical Therapist Jessica Dunn as she
reviews simple stretching exercises to increase neck and shoulder range of motion.
Highlights: Classes for Mind, Body, and Harmony
Breathing Exercises Energy Conservation Maximize Your Memory
Techniques and postures to im- Try these energy conservation Engage your mind with our
prove your respiratory health and techniques and strategies to interactive brain health classes to
provide moments of increased complete everyday tasks more support your cognitive wellness.
calmness and reduced anxiety. efficiently.
Seated Tai Chi Meditation & Mindfulness Flexibility
Follow our instructor through Enjoy guided meditation with Join us for this class designed to
slow, graceful movements com- gentle stretching and mindful- increase flexibility.
bined with deep breathing exer- ness practices.
cises.
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