Today, we’re excited to introduce the Eight Dimensions of Wellness and explore how each one shapes not only your own well-being, but also the lives of those you love. Wellness isn’t a single goal to achieve — it’s a balanced, ongoing process. Each dimension is interconnected, so neglecting one area can create a ripple effect that impacts your overall health and quality of life. Taking time to reflect on each dimension regularly helps support a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Here’s a closer look at each one:
- Physical Wellness — Caring for the body through regular exercise, balanced nutrition, medical oversight, and adequate rest. Physical wellness builds the foundation for strength, energy, and resilience.
- Emotional Wellness — Understanding and managing your feelings, coping with internal and external stressors, and navigating day-to-day emotions in a healthy, constructive way.
- Social Wellness — Building meaningful relationships and fostering a sense of belonging, connection, and community with those around us.
- Intellectual Wellness — Engaging the mind through lifelong learning, creativity, curiosity, and exploration. This dimension encourages mental stimulation and supports continued personal growth.
- Spiritual Wellness — Seeking purpose, meaning, and inner peace through the personal values, faith, and beliefs that guide and ground us.
- Occupational Wellness — Finding fulfillment through meaningful activities, whether a career, volunteering, mentoring, or continued learning. Purposeful engagement enriches our sense of contribution.
- Financial Wellness — Managing financial resources responsibly, reducing stress related to finances, and planning for both short- and long-term security.
- Environmental Wellness — Living and engaging in spaces that promote safety, comfort, stimulation, and satisfaction — environments that support our well-being and connection to the world around us.
We’re excited to have you join us as we continue to discover and strengthen these dimensions of wellness. Together, we can build balanced, connected, and thriving communities.
https://www.tulsacc.edu/support/wellness-services/eight-dimensions-wellness
Mariah Pramick — Wellness Coordinator, Wesley Village Campus (Pittston, PA)
Mariah has been part of the UMH team since June 2025 and brings over 20 years of experience in health and wellness. Before coming to Wesley Village, she worked as a Physical Therapy Aide and Wellness Coordinator at an outpatient physical therapy clinic.
She holds a bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Penn State University and is a Licensed and Certified Massage Therapist from LCCC, with a certificate in Manual Lymphatic Drainage.
“I’m passionate about helping residents stay active, independent, and feeling their best. The most rewarding part of my job is being able to make a positive difference in their everyday lives.” — Mariah
Kim Bernthon — Director of Wellness, Hilltop Campus (Johnson City, NY)
Kim earned her personal training certification through ISSA and holds a bachelor’s degree in Medical Coding and Billing from Colorado Technical University.
“I truly love what I do. Helping seniors move better, feel stronger, and hit goals they didn’t think were possible is the best part of my job.” — Kim