Powell Valley Assisted Living & Memory Care Community

06/03/2026

Happy June! Our rose gardens are blooming so beautifully and perfume the air on a warm day. Can you spot the squirrel 🐿️ in the 2nd to last picture?

06/03/2026

What a fantastic day we spent traveling to Sandy, where we tasted Joe’s world famous donuts and visited the Sandy Museum across the street. 10/10 would recommend both!

05/29/2026

Unfortunately, moving scams do exist. Learn how to spot these scams and the best ways to ensure a stress-free move.

Learn how to spot criminals and the best ways to ensure a stress-free move

05/26/2026

Happy Birthday to all born in the month of May! We had a fantastic birthday party with the most delicious cakes! 🎂 🥳

05/24/2026

Adopting new habits to improve your health can sometimes feel overwhelming. Where do you begin? How much time should you spend? What’s the most effective way to improve?

The good news is that small, consistent changes can lead to big improvements over time. One step at a time really does add up.

A healthy lifestyle doesn’t have to be time consuming or difficult to implement - small steps done consistently are amazingly effective.

05/24/2026

We had a lovely picnic at The Grotto! A sanctuary in the midst of a city and beautiful grounds.

05/20/2026

Scenes from our Cinco de Mayo Fiesta! The taco truck was a hit! So was the piñata 😁 🪅

05/15/2026

A great reminder to take time to be outside and enjoy the fresh air.

05/13/2026

“A mother’s love endures through all.”
- Washington Irving
We cherish our Powell Valley mothers and celebrated over Mother’s Day weekend with special events, from floral themed crafts, wine and cheese, concerts and high tea. Beautiful memories! 💐

04/28/2026

BEST HEALTH ADVICE BY A 91 YEAR OLD JAPANESE
1. Walk every day — motion keeps your body young and your mind calm.
The body is designed to move. Daily walking improves circulation, clears the mind, and gently strengthens the heart. In Japan, even old age stays active—because movement is treated as medicine, not effort.
2. Eat half as much as you want — most illnesses come from overeating, not hunger.
There’s a Japanese principle called Hara Hachi Bu—eat until you’re 80% full. It protects digestion, reduces stress on organs, and keeps the body light and energetic.
3. Sleep early, wake early — mornings are medicine for the heart.
The quiet of early mornings resets your nervous system. Good sleep isn’t just rest—it’s repair, balance, and emotional stability.
4. Drink more water, less sugar — your body runs cleaner when hydrated.
Most fatigue isn’t lack of food, it’s lack of water. Hydration supports every cell, while excess sugar slowly disrupts your system.
5. Avoid processed food — if your grandmother wouldn’t recognize it, don’t eat it.
Real food nourishes. Processed food confuses the body. Simplicity in diet leads to clarity in health.
6. Keep good company — stress kills faster than bad diet.
Your environment shapes your health. Negative energy, constant tension, and toxic relationships quietly drain your body over time. Peaceful company heals.
7. Laugh often — joy is the cheapest therapy.
Laughter reduces stress hormones, improves immunity, and lightens life. A joyful heart is one of the strongest forms of medicine.
8. Take care of your feet — they carry your entire life.
Strong, healthy feet keep you mobile and independent. Walking, stretching, and proper care of your foundation keep your whole body balanced.
9. Don’t skip checkups — prevention is easier than cure.
Small issues caught early stay small. Ignored problems grow silently. Taking responsibility for your health is the highest form of self-respect.
10. Stay curious — the mind that learns stays alive longest.
Aging is natural, but stagnation is optional. A curious mind stays sharp, engaged, and full of life—no matter the age.
Long life isn’t built on extremes…
It’s built on simple, consistent habits practiced daily.
Take care of your body gently—
it’s the only home you live in for a lifetime.