Wellness - Todays Woman

Best Bodies: Hollis Edwards

By Brigid MorrisseyIn life, it seems as if we spend each stage preparing for the next phase. We complete high school to get into college to step into a career. We date around in our youth to discover who we want to spend our future with. So when we think about fitness and preparing our bodies physically, why not create good habits in our youth so we’re better off in old age?“I would want 90-year-old Hollis to high-five me for what I’m doing today,” says Hollis Edwards, 34. “I’m always doing something that keeps me [...]

By April Allman|2017-11-21T15:30:00-05:00November 21, 2017|Best Bodies|

Best Bodies: Patricia Payette

. Patty Payette AGE 51JOB Executive director of the quality enhancement plan at University of LouisvilleWORKOUT SPOT Baptist Health/Milestone Wellness Center HER PASSION In my twenties and thirties, I was an avid exerciser. I loved high-impact cardio classes like aerobics. When I hit 40, and I had two small kids and a demanding job, exercise fell off the radar. By the time I was in my mid-forties, I was feeling draggy and missed exercise but I could never find the time to do it. Five years ago, I was desperate to get back to it and [...]

By April Allman|2017-11-21T13:30:00-05:00November 21, 2017|Best Bodies|

Best Bodies: Alison Cardoza

Alison CardozaAGE: 35JOB: Certified Personal Trainer and Hip Hop Group Exercise Instructor at Baptist East Milestone Wellness Center MOTIVATION: Alison says that measurable goals are part of her motivation, and she “strives to reach a new, realistic goal for myself. I keep it simple.”Here are her monthly goals for the next few months: November: Get eight hours of sleep a night. “Sleep is so important in maintaining good health!”December: 30 pullups and 30 pushups daily. “When the weather gets cold it’s easy to slow down on my workouts. I want to make sure I stay motivated, and these [...]

By April Allman|2017-11-21T09:30:00-05:00November 21, 2017|Best Bodies|

Today’s Transitions Innovation Awards Winner: The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, Jeffersontown

Jayme Cooper, therapy manager at Good Samaritan Society, helps rehab patients readjust to getting in and out of their car. Photo by Melissa Donald Today's Transitions is recognizing local services and communities whose innovative ideas are improving the quality of life for seniors and caregivers. Read about one of our four Today's Transitions Innovation Award winners who won in the Innovative Structural Design category.WINNER: The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, Jeffersontown Innovation: Occupational Therapy Mimics HomeType: Nursing/RehabSize: 76 residents (skilled care); 22 (post-acute rehab)Good Samaritan Society gives rehab patients a safe environment for easing themselves back into their daily tasks. Its [...]

By April Allman|2017-11-09T15:30:00-05:00November 9, 2017|Healthy Choices|

Today’s Transitions Innovation Awards Winner: Masonic Homes of Kentucky with Senior Care Experts

(l-r) Linda Wagner, dining services director for Masonic Homes of Kentucky with Danielle Herriford of Senior Care Experts and Courtney Dale who works in hospitality at Masonic Homes of Kentucky. Photo by Melissa DonaldToday's Transitions is recognizing local services and communities whose innovative ideas are improving the quality of life for seniors and caregivers. Read about one of our four Today's Transitions Innovation Award winners who won in the Innovative Support Services Winner category.WINNER: Masonic Homes of Kentucky with Senior Care ExpertsInnovation: Meals Program to HomeboundType: Aging-in-place and support services Size: 130-150 meals per day Masonic Homes of Kentucky is working [...]

By April Allman|2017-11-09T13:30:00-05:00November 9, 2017|Healthy Choices|

Today’s Transitions Innovation Awards Winner: Frazier Rehab Institute

Dr. Kathrin LaFaver, director of the UofL Physicians Movement Disorders Clinic, has developed various treatments, activities, and events for people with movement disorders. Photo by Melissa Donald Today's Transitions is recognizing local services and communities whose innovative ideas are improving the quality of life for seniors and caregivers. Read about one of our four Today's Transitions Innovation Award winners who won in the Innovative Therapeutic/Mobility Services Winner category.WINNER: Frazier Rehab InstituteInnovation: MoRe combines physical, occupational, and speech therapy with intensive cognitive behavioral therapy in one intensive week.Type: RehabilitationSize: 1,769 (inpatients); 9,529 (outpatients)“The innovation is that we are able to systematically align all [...]

By April Allman|2017-11-09T11:30:00-05:00November 9, 2017|Healthy Choices|

Best Bodies: Hollis Edwards

Best Bodies: Patricia Payette

Best Bodies: Alison Cardoza

Today’s Transitions Innovation Awards Winner: The Evangelical Lutheran Good Samaritan Society, Jeffersontown

Today’s Transitions Innovation Awards Winner: Masonic Homes of Kentucky with Senior Care Experts

Today’s Transitions Innovation Awards Winner: Frazier Rehab Institute

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