COVID-19 Vaccine: Answers to Your Questions
Get the Facts on the COVID-19 Vaccine We’re sharing this presentation from AMDA – The Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine, to help our residents, staff and their families make educated decisions. Click Below to Download Presentation
Grocery Shopping Safety Tips for Seniors
Buying groceries is an essential task for all adults. However, this mundane chore may become more difficult to accomplish as we age. Grocery stores can be very busy and chaotic, especially during the holiday season, making it harder and potentially dangerous for older individuals to navigate. For seniors, this errand may become a physically demanding…
Can Skilled Nursing Prevent Trips to the ER?
As we age, the likelihood of an emergency room visit increases. For older adults, health complications like heart disease and stroke can lead to these visits, as well as falls. In fact, falls are the most common cause of injury and reason for ER visits among seniors. A safe living environment can help prevent these…
Tips for Families to Cope with Dementia
Is your loved one currently facing the challenges of dementia? This group of symptoms affects memory, language, problem-solving and other brain functions, often interfering with daily activities and independence. While this condition can have a serious impact on a patient’s life, it also affects their loved ones. Here are some tips and resources from Avon…