There is no magic pill that will provide us with everything we need for weight loss and good health. However, your diet can make the difference and has a direct impact on your health. Among others, the benefits to a healthy diet include: increased mental acuteness, resistance to illness & disease, higher levels of energy and a stronger immune system. Super foods are packed with multiple disease-fighting nutrients to help you stay healthy. The below foods are the Top 10 Multitasking Super Foods to include in your daily diet. Keep in mind that although these foods are healthy, portion size matters – don’t overeat!

1. Yogurt - low fat or fat free plain yogurt is higher in calcium than most other dairy products and contains multiple other nutrients, including protein and potassium.

2. Eggs – a quality protein that contains 12 vitamins and minerals, including choline, which is good for brain development and memory.

3. Nuts – high in protein, contain heart-healthy fats, and high in fiber and antioxidant content.

4. Kiwis – among the most nutritionally dense fruits and full of antioxidants. Great source of vitamin C, potassium, fiber, vitamin A and vitamin E.

5. Quinoa (keen-wa) – one of the best whole grains you can eat. An ancient grain that is high in protein & fiber, a naturally good source of iron, and has plenty of zinc, vitamin E and selenium to help control your weight and lower your risk for heart disease and diabetes.

6. Beans – are loaded with insoluble & soluble fiber, a low-fat source of protein, and contain carbohydrates, magnesium and potassium. Also, whole soybeans contain heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.

7. Salmon – high in omega-3 fatty acid content which helps to promote a healthy heart. Also, salmon is low in calories, has lots of protein, is a great source of iron and is very low in saturated fat.

8. Broccoli – is rich source of vitamin A, vitamin C, fiber, and bone-building vitamin K.

9. Sweet Potatoes – excellent source of vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and potassium.

10. Berries – packed with antioxidants, phytonutrients, low in calories, and high in water and fiber. Blueberries lead the pack because they are the best known source of antioxidants.

It is helpful to periodically review your diet as you age, especially if you have any medical needs. On your next visit to your doctor, ask him/her to assist you in creating a diet specifically for you and your individual nutritional needs.

Experts are quick to point out, the Top 10 Super Foods list by no means includes all the nutritious foods that should be part of a healthy diet. The most important part of good health is a dietary pattern that includes these foods, along with a variety of other nutritious foods and a regular exercise regimen.


Submitted By: Therapy Department
References: WebMD - Kathleen Zelman

Every Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home in the country is evaluated by a rating program known as the "FIVE STAR RATING". Results are available on-line at Medicare.gov, the official U.S. Government site for Medicare.

Interested individuals and their families who may need nursing care should review the site to compare nursing facilities in their town, county, or city before making a selection. The review has several components and allows you to compare "apples and apples", cutting through any marketing or sales hype that sometimes accompanies your search for help.

Franklin United Methodist Community has received the overall facility Five Star Rating - the only facility in Johnson County of south/central Indiana. According to the rating system, a rating of 5 is for "Much Above Average".

As one member of our Executive Staff commented after reviewing the area facilities listed on the website, "why would anyone choose a facility with a rating of only "1" for staffing levels?"

The holidays are a wonderful time to visit our campus, decorated beautifully for the season. Couple that opportunity with a time to view the exquisite art work by our residents and the see the talents of our greenhouse volunteers, and you have two fabulous times to enjoy activities with our residents and staff.

Join us! You'll be glad you did!

November 10, 2010

For Immediate Release Contact: Carmen Wheeler
Advancement Assistant (317) 736–1195

“Open House with an Arts and Crafts Show” Event

The Franklin United Methodist Community will host an Open House on Wednesday, November 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Guests are invited to tour all available lifestyle options from independent living in cottages or apartments through assisted living and, if needed, dementia or nursing care.


Visitors may also attend the “Arts and Crafts Show”, held concurrently in Fellowship Hall showcasing a wide variety of items created by Community residents. Along with canvas art, pottery, quilts, and other needlework, additional areas of creative artistry including sculpture, woodworking, carving, photography, and photo restoration will be displayed. The event is open to the general public with free parking and handicap accessible facilities.

The Franklin United Methodist Community is a continuing care retirement community on a 120-acre campus, located just ½ mile west of U.S. 31 on Highway 44 (Jefferson Street) across from Johnson Memorial Hospital in Franklin. For information, call 736-1156.

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Your kind and professional care meant so much to me during the past two weeks in rehab. Every one of you was so helpful and encouraging - you were doing more than just a job!

Thank you so much.

Sincerely,

Ellen L.




Editor's Note: We received this note today from another satisfied customer who has utilized our "Rehab to Home" program.

Yesterday, Bishop Mike Coyner of the Indiana Conference of the United Methodist Church was on campus to visit with retired pastors and their spouses of the Central Indiana District.

The gathering was hosted by FUMC with board members Rev. Bob Coleman and Rev. Bert Kite facilitating the greeting, meeting, presentation by the Bishop, and fellowship time for about 50 persons.

Bishop Mike reminded the retired pastors that it is a difficult time for anyone to be in ministry and although their active days in the local church have gone before them, there is still much to do. He encouraged those in attendance to stay engaged and pray, encourage, and mentor other young persons entering and serving in Christian ministry.

Pastors and their spouses will return to the Community Center of our campus on December 6, 2010 for their annual Christmas Luncheon hosted by the District.

Stretching has many benefits. In general, stretching helps with relaxation, and much flexibility can be gained from stretching on a regular basis. Usually, stretching is done before and after exercises to warm up and soothe muscles. However, stretching for seniors is a whole other story.

As we age, our muscles become shorter and lose their elasticity. Senior citizens begin slowing down their movements and even give up their regular routines to avoid injury and falls as their bodies get weaker. In some cases, seniors become unable to walk due to disease or loss of strength. Stretching is an important part of senior’s flexibility and will help offset the effects of normal decline in the flexibility of your joints, and help you remain active and independent. It is extremely important to keep muscles strong, even when one cannot walk or move for long periods of time. This is where stretching for seniors carries the most benefits.

When the body doesn’t move, it only gets weaker. Muscles get smaller and basic movements become impossible, as well as, joint pain that some seniors suffer on a daily basis. But when stretching is added to your life, you’ll feel better and joint problems will improve. Stretching can also improve blood circulation, reduce symptoms of disease and give you an overall feeling of wellbeing. Stretching especially can benefit those suffering from Arthritis, Parkinson’s, and Multiple Sclerosis.

Stretching exercises may seem simple or not worth the time, but even with a little movement stretching for seniors can help. To learn more about a stretching program fit specifically for you, speak with a Physical Therapist. The goal of physical therapy is to restore physical ability so that you can function as independently as possible. Physical therapists understand how the body moves, and thus work with you to help improve movement. Not only do they try to strengthen weakened muscles through exercise and appropriate stretches, they teach some people how to move better by using canes and walkers. A physical therapist also may need to assess how well you are able to perform daily activities in your home. Remember, before you start a new exercise or stretching program, always consult with your physician first.


Submitted by: Therapy Department