MESSAGE FROM THE

PRESIDENT Super Bloom, Superbloom, however you spell it, it is a thing! This year it is supposed to be spectacular. The Southern California desert is a carpet of poppy colors highlighted by Cryptantha and Mojave popcorn flower. Awash with yellows, oranges, blues, and greens. Why do we mention this ...? Well, Spring comes in different ways. Sometimes out like a lion and in like a lamb or just the reverse. With the change in the season and this wonderful winter come the flowers and the runoff from all of that unseasonal snow. With the stimulus of spring, it triggers our senses – smell, sight, touch. It engages our brain to bring back memories and curiosity. Now is the time to go out and enjoy! Take in all the beauty and wonder our lush Sonoran Desert has to offer.

HEALTH &

STAY

WELLNESS

ACTIVE

Brain Health

Now that the body is fueled properly, we can learn about strengthening the other areas of our brain!

Keeping the brain active has nothing to do with age, but how we eat and train our body’s control center. Incorporate power foods into your daily diet to maintain a healthy mind, body, and soul. Some foods that are specific to helping support brain health include: Fish, grass-fed beef, eggs, beets, avocados, blueberries, tomatoes, dark leafy greens, oats, nuts and seeds, beans, sage, turmeric, coconut oil, olive oil, and dark chocolate.

5 FOODS LINKED TO BETTER BRAINPOWER

Green Veggies

Fatty Fish

Exercising is a great way to stimulate the brain; however, the real power comes from using your 5 senses on a daily basis. Summit’s Brain Booster class is a great way to get involved in the community and train your brain to be stronger! Keeping your 5 senses strong, targets 4 out of the 5 areas of the brain related to your senses. So, allow your brain to have fun by exploring the world around you through active stimulation.

Berries

TRY TESTING YOUR 5 SENSES ON A DAILY BASIS WITH THESE ACTIVITIES:

Your partner in care,

Andrew Lenick Andrew Lenick President Summit Healthcare Services

LIST OF HOLIDAYS TO

CELEBRATE April 5-13: Passover April 7: Good Friday April 9: Easter Sunday April 17: Go Fly a Kite Day April 22: Earth Day May 14: Mother’s Day May 29: Memorial Day May 30: International Hug Your Cat Day June 18: Father’s Day June 21: National Arizona Day May: ALS Awareness Month, Arthritis Awareness Month June: Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

Tea & Coffee

Walnuts

1. Smell the freshness of the spring rain or air

2. Taste foods with your eyes closed and guess the flavor(s)

3. Hear noises around you and guess what they are

Here's the answer to the puzzle on the back.

4. Feel the different textures on objects around the house and try to guess what they are

5. Explore and take in new things around you, or even play 'I-Spy With My Own Eye'

MESSAGE FROM THE

PRESIDENT Super Bloom, Superbloom, however you spell it, it is a thing! This year it is supposed to be spectacular. The Southern California desert is a carpet of poppy colors highlighted by Cryptantha and Mojave popcorn flower. Awash with yellows, oranges, blues, and greens. Why do we mention this ...? Well, Spring comes in different ways. Sometimes out like a lion and in like a lamb or just the reverse. With the change in the season and this wonderful winter come the flowers and the runoff from all of that unseasonal snow. With the stimulus of spring, it triggers our senses – smell, sight, touch. It engages our brain to bring back memories and curiosity. Now is the time to go out and enjoy! Take in all the beauty and wonder our lush Sonoran Desert has to offer.

HEALTH &

STAY

WELLNESS

ACTIVE

Brain Health

Now that the body is fueled properly, we can learn about strengthening the other areas of our brain!

Keeping the brain active has nothing to do with age, but how we eat and train our body’s control center. Incorporate power foods into your daily diet to maintain a healthy mind, body, and soul. Some foods that are specific to helping support brain health include: Fish, grass-fed beef, eggs, beets, avocados, blueberries, tomatoes, dark leafy greens, oats, nuts and seeds, beans, sage, turmeric, coconut oil, olive oil, and dark chocolate.

5 FOODS LINKED TO BETTER BRAINPOWER

Green Veggies

Fatty Fish

Exercising is a great way to stimulate the brain; however, the real power comes from using your 5 senses on a daily basis. Summit’s Brain Booster class is a great way to get involved in the community and train your brain to be stronger! Keeping your 5 senses strong, targets 4 out of the 5 areas of the brain related to your senses. So, allow your brain to have fun by exploring the world around you through active stimulation.

Berries

TRY TESTING YOUR 5 SENSES ON A DAILY BASIS WITH THESE ACTIVITIES:

Your partner in care,

Andrew Lenick Andrew Lenick President Summit Healthcare Services

LIST OF HOLIDAYS TO

CELEBRATE April 5-13: Passover April 7: Good Friday April 9: Easter Sunday April 17: Go Fly a Kite Day April 22: Earth Day May 14: Mother’s Day May 29: Memorial Day May 30: International Hug Your Cat Day June 18: Father’s Day June 21: National Arizona Day May: ALS Awareness Month, Arthritis Awareness Month June: Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

Tea & Coffee

Walnuts

1. Smell the freshness of the spring rain or air

2. Taste foods with your eyes closed and guess the flavor(s)

3. Hear noises around you and guess what they are

Here's the answer to the puzzle on the back.

4. Feel the different textures on objects around the house and try to guess what they are

5. Explore and take in new things around you, or even play 'I-Spy With My Own Eye'