Wellness is defined in Webster's Dictionary as,  
"The focus of health on the whole person."

Presbyterian Homes & Services'  WINGS® focuses on the six core elements of wellness in order to improve and develop opportunities which not only meet, but strive to exceed the needs of our residents and staff.

The WINGS Wellness center is equipped with specially-chosen exercise equipment and features the services of a highly trained wellness director.

Core Wellness Values

Presbyterian Homes & Services promotes the balance of these Core Wellness Values for each person.

Physical wellness: care of the body and nurturing our bodies to achieve optimal physical function.  Examples: regular exercise, nutrition, routine medical awareness, screenings and care, appropriate touch, and the use of laughter.

Intellectual wellness: Development and stimulation of cognitive abilities.  Examples: encouraging questions and discussions, expression of creativity and art, educational ministries, creative problem solving, expression of ideas.

Social wellness: Nurturing of interpersonal relationships.  Examples: developing friendships, community building, celebration of relationships and milestones, sharing life stories with family, maintaining connectedness.

Vocational wellness: Seeking fulfillment and opportunity for growth and satisfaction in life's vocation.  Examples: using God-given gifts throughout life, using interpersonal communication and management skills, and life-long learning/continuing education, crafts, daily use of life skills such as homemaking and self-care.

Spiritual wellness: Living in a relationship with God through inward, outward, and corporate disciplines.  Examples: writing faith stories, meditative music, devotional materials, living gracefully, forgiving and being forgiven, prayer, confession, absolution, sacraments, servanthood events.

Emotional wellness: Awareness of our feelings, nurturing our positive feelings and managing our negative feelings in healthy ways.  Examples: communication skills, stress management, developing and enhancing self-esteem, dealing with grief, loss and loneliness, relaxation, support groups