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Healthy Aging Month is in September
Age gracefully year round at St. Joseph Village of Chicago!

Every September there’s a national health promotion designed to broaden awareness of the positive aspects of aging and to provide information and inspiration for adults, age 50+, to improve their physical, mental, social and financial fitness.

At Franciscan Communities, healthy aging is encouraged every day.  While it’s wonderful that the health and well-being of seniors is focused upon every September, Franciscan Communities is devoting its programs and services to a lifestyle that allows seniors to age gracefully year round.

There are seven keys ways to aging successfully at Franciscan Communities.  The first is socialization.  A diverse mix of residents and associates allows for the maintenance of former relations as well as the development of new ones.  A second element is self worth.  Residents are encouraged to remain independent and to face and meet their own challenges and goals.  Another component is cognitive functions.   By utilizing comprehensive, research-based assessments, residents age better.  The fourth way of aging successfully is through physical fitness and health awareness.  Fitness centers, walking paths, aerobics and strength training programs ensure physical well- being.

Spiritual wellness, healthy eating and stress reduction are the final ways residents are aging better than ever at Franciscan Communities.  Onsite meditation rooms, chapels and pastoral care services with spiritual support and counseling continue to help seniors. Restaurant-style meals, a variety of foods and the finest and freshest ingredients have made dining not only healthy for the body but also for the mind thanks to social opportunities.  Finally, residents age successfully because their stresses are being reduced.  Flexible financing plans, predictable monthly fees, a continuum of care onsite and maintenance-free living can put a big smile on your face for all of your years at Franciscan Communities.

If you want to learn more about healthy aging at St. Joseph Village of Chicago or to see what special events are planned for September, please visit or give us a call today!

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