Heritage Manor News: Importance of happiness

Happiness is defined as the quality or state of being happy and having good fortune, pleasure, contentment and joy. The sound of laughter is more contagious than a cough, sniffle or sneeze. Humor and laughter can cause a domino effect of joy and amusement of individuals, as well as set off a number of positive physical effects, including reduction of stress and blood pressure, improvement of mood, boost of the immune system, improvement of brain function, protection of the heart and relaxation. Individuals enjoy hearing funny stories, telling jokes and reminiscing of fun things. Some enjoy happiness through aromatherapy, such as the aroma of coffee or citrus smells, lavender and rose scents and even oils. Try some happiness with a funny movie, music, pictures of family members smiling or reading good jokes. It will reduce stress and enhance a person’s mood.
Activities this week include Bible study with Thomas Toler, pokeno, in-room visits, bingo sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, Come Lord Jesus group, happy hour, social reading, group therapy, manicures, exercise, service by Washington Baptist Church, ball toss, parachute fun and mass by Our Lady Queen of All Saints.
The staff of Heritage Manor wishes a Happy Birthday this week to Laura Ortego, Duke Hernandez and Mary Jane Ardoin.
We are very blessed to have the wonderful volunteers we have at Heritage Manor. Many thanks to all that continue to show their dedication, compassion and love to our residents each week. We look forward to seeing these individuals and consider them a part of our family.
The staff of Heritage Manor extends get-well wishes to Ethel Smith, a loved volunteer that has been under the weather. Our prayers are with her and her family.