Causes of Heart Disease & How to Prevent It
As we age, our risk for certain illnesses and health conditions like heart disease or failure increases. In fact, heart disease is the number one cause of death for adults over age 65. When you get older, your heart struggles to beat as fast, making it even more crucial to take care of this vital…
Seniors & Diabetes: What You Should Know
Over 34 million people in the United States suffer from diabetes. This condition occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, a hormone that helps carry sugar from the bloodstream to the cells, where it’s converted to energy. Typically, our bodies turn food into glucose to fuel our bodies throughout the day. Insulin helps…
Benefits of a Medical Alert Device
Are you or a loved one feeling unsafe living alone? A medical alert device is a great tool for keeping seniors protected in the event of an accident, fall or illness. Not only are these devices affordable but their function can be priceless. In-home medical alert devices help ensure the safety of seniors at risk…
Five Stars for Team Based Approach to Patient Care
Avon Health Center is proud to be in the top 2 percent of skilled nursing facilities in the United States, as rated by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)! Our facility received 5 stars in all 3 categories from CMS. Only 320 skilled nursing facilities in the country have currently earned this designation….