by ADRC | Apr 26, 2023 | Blog, Monthly Theme, Nutrition
Every year, we celebrate Older Americans Month in May! Older Americans month dates back to 1963 when President John F. Kennedy designated May as Senior Citizens Month. It was later renamed Older Americans Month, which honors older Americans and celebrates their...
by ADRC | Mar 31, 2023 | Blog, Nutrition
Spring is right around the corner! With the weather warming and the sun shining, now is the perfect time to plan for outdoor activities. Did you know there are many great benefits to being outside? Improves Mental Health and Fights Depression Spending time outside is...
by ADRC | Feb 27, 2023 | Blog, Monthly Theme, Nutrition
Grocery delivery or pick-up has become increasingly popular in the past few years. As convenient as it sounds, it can be intimidating placing an order. Here are the basic steps to get started: 1. Find your chosen grocery store’s website. You can also see...
by ADRC | Feb 27, 2023 | Blog, Monthly Theme, Nutrition
Have you noticed the price of groceries increasing? In 2022, food prices increased between 9.5 and 10.5%. In 2023, the price of food is expected to grow slowly compared to 2022, but still above average growth rates of 2.5 and 3.5%. Meal planning, shopping, and...
by ADRC | Feb 27, 2023 | Blog, Monthly Theme, Nutrition
Question: It has been difficult for me to prepare my own meals. What are some ways that I can receive meals? Answer: If preparing your own meals has been a challenge, there are options available to provide fully cooked meals for you. ADRC has the Homebound Meals...
by ADRC | Jan 31, 2023 | Blog, Monthly Theme, Nutrition
Are you as sweet as sugar this Valentine’s Day? Americans consume an average of 77 grams of sugar, or 15 teaspoons, per day. That adds up to about 60 pounds of sugar each year. Much of the sugar we consume is found in snacks, soft drinks, and sweets. Fun fact:...
