Caregivers Articles
Rehabilitation services improve physical functioning and wellness for seniors
By Michelle Schlegelmilch, B.S., NHA / May 22, 2017 Caregivers, Health Care, Personal Care exercise, personal care, Rehabilitation, senior health, supportive living, Wellness and Fitness, wellness programsRehabilitation services assist older adults in improving their quality of life by helping them recover from the effects of injury, illness or surgery and regain their independence. Rehabilitation is focused on making the daily activities of life easier—getting out of bed, bathing, walking, going up and down stairs, and shopping. “Rehab” can have significant value as part of an ongoing wellness program as well.
Personal care services = security, privacy, fellowship and contentment
By Debbie Fillmore / February 14, 2017 Caregivers, Continuing Care Retirement Community, Health Care, Personal Care, Skilled Care Memory Support, personal care, Rehabilitation, senior health, skilled care, supportive livingWe often hear from seniors and their families that they feel relieved following the move to a personal care residence at our continuing care retirement community (CCRC). We get comments like “I’ll never have to move again,” “This feels like home” and “Everything I need is right here.”