Fall Prevention and Seniors
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of fatal and nonfatal injuries in people aged 65 or older. In fact, one in three people in this age group fall each year, and more than 90 percent of hip fractures are caused by a fall. A senior can […]
Galloway Ridge at Fearrington Celebrates “Square Off Against Alzheimer’s” Event Benefitting Alzheimer’s NC
Pittsboro, NC, August 4, 2015: Buying a ticket and likely walking out of a fundraiser with a “one of a kind” piece of artwork with an infinite value seems like a great deal. At the Square off against Alzheimer’s event scheduled for Friday, August 7th, hosted by Galloway Ridge at Fearrington the attendees will also […]
Seniors and Pets – The Benefits of a Furry Friend
Pet ownership brings benefits to those of all ages. There’s simply nothing like seeing that wagging tail greet you after a long day to make you feel needed and loved, or stroking some soft ears while you relax in the evening for a calming, comforting effect. In fact, a study showed 74% of seniors who […]
Radio Show Interview with Ron Stutts
Radio Show Interview with Ron Stutts on Monday, July 20, 2015 97.9FM WCHL Welcome to Chapel Hill-Carrboro’s News, Talk and Tar Heels station! For 60 years WCHL has been THE place for news, talk Tar Heel Sports and information for Chapel Hill, Carrboro and Orange County.For more than 35 years Ron Stutts has been waking […]
Social Wellness Month 2015
Social wellness is one of the eight dimensions of wellness, which also include physical, emotional, spiritual, financial, intellectual, environmental and occupational. Each aspect of wellness affects overall quality of life, and social wellness is an important element of good mental and physical health. Did you know that health risks from being socially isolated can be […]
The Importance of Intergenerational Relationships
The chains of relationships between aging parents, adult children and grandchildren are known as intergenerational relationships. As society has changed and evolved, so have these family relationships. All families are different, and therefore all family interactions have distinct differences. Some families are close-knit, having frequent contact with each other and providing care as it become […]
Annual Chatham County Alzheimer’s Walk and 5K Run
The 5th Annual Chatham County Alzheimer’s Walk and 5K Run will be held Saturday, September 12, at Galloway Ridge at Fearrington in Pittsboro. This year’s event has something for the whole family, including a new Fun Run for children ages 4-11. Among other activities are a resource fair, music, and food vendors. Pre-registration is now […]
Galloway Ridge Employee Scholarships
May 18th, 2015 Galloway Ridge is pleased to announce the recipients of this year’s employee scholarships. The scholarships make educational opportunities a reality for employees pursuing degrees and certifications at educational institutions. This year’s recipients are: Jesse Blackwood (Central Carolina Community College); Carlen Burch (UNCW); Wanda Fearrington (Central Carolina Community College); Johny Hoare (Sandhill Community […]
Stay Together as You Age – Choose a CCRC!
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), over 67% of adults age 65 or older are married. As these couples age, their individual health needs may start to vary. It’s common for one spouse to sometimes become a primary caregiver as they age in place in the home. In fact, the U.S. […]
Senior Wellness Through the Healthy Horizons Program
At Galloway Ridge, we recognize the impact the eight dimensions of wellness has on overall senior health. Seniors today are interested in ways to ensure they lead a healthy lifestyle by staying active physically, socially, spiritually, and intellectually for the best quality of life. Residents at Galloway Ridge are encouraged to participate in our Healthy […]
