Not everyone collects things, but it's a common hobby enjoyed by many. Psychologists have long discussed why people feel compelled to collect. Carl Jung believed that collecting was an old human habit that dated back to the need to hunt and gather for survival.

After a season of social distancing, which may have been experienced primarily indoors, the call of summer is bringing many people outside. Residents of Bethesda Gardens in Monument may want to get out to spend time with others or simply get some fresh air and sunshine for physical and mental health reasons. Here are five activities you can do outdoors even while maintaining 6-feet social distances from others.GardeningGrab a few planters and seedlings from a local nursery or order some online, ...

Fatigue is a problem that affects everyone at some point in their life. It's that feeling when you seem unable to do much of anything. Your motivation drops off completely.

Seniors residing at our Bethesda Gardens Monument assisted living community enjoy nutritious and delicious meals served restaurant-style in the dining room. A balanced diet is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle and provides active seniors the high-quality fuel they need to thrive.Nutrient-rich meals are especially important for seniors because as people age, they can become deficient in certain vitamins and minerals. The National Institute on Aging suggests choosing an assortment within every...

Bethesda Senior Living Communities has been closely monitoring the Coronavirus situation and will continue to monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) websites, Local Health Departments and State agencies for updated information related to COVID-19 (Coronavirus). We will continue to adjust our emergency response plan as new information becomes available from the above-mentioned agencies. We will continue to provide updates through this web page as things change. 3/16/20A...