Trip to Subway and Walmart
Last week the residents at Hyden Health and Rehabilitation Center enjoyed a trip to Walmart and Subway. The group shared many laughs and had a very fun day.
Tips to help seniors stay cool this summer
With age, seniors can’t adjust their bodies to high temperatures as well as they did when they were younger, so they have to be careful of overheating and heat stroke during the summer. They are also more likely to become dehydrated which will increase their risk. This is a list of ways to stay cool…
How to use a walker safely and comfortably
Many older adults that use a folding walker need it to move around more safely and independently. Learning how to use a walker correctly takes practice because the movements aren’t always intuitive. Using a walker incorrectly can actually increase the risk of fall or body aches. The first thing any adult needs to do when…
Fresh Fruit Social
Karen Honeycutt, Activities Director, and Heather Smith, Social Services Director, did an amazing job the other day for the fresh fruit social. Just take a look at this (pineapple) palm tree, topped of with (kiwi) coconuts and a mischievous (melon banana) monkey. The residents, staff, and visitors enjoyed this fun centerpiece and fresh fruit social.…
How to prevent Elder Fraud
Elder fraud is a 36 billion dollar “industry” and they are making a business out of taking advantage of older adults. This is not only happening to the older or those with Alzheimer’s/dementia, but younger and educated seniors are losing money as well. There are 4 options to take advantage of to make sure you…
A day full of activities
Many residents at Hyden Health and Rehabilitation Center participated in a few activities. They had lots of fun washing dishes, sewing, crocheting, bingo, and folding laundry. Residents really enjoy getting to do tasks they once did at home because it strikes up many memories for them.
Generous donation to the Resident’s Activity Fund
Staff and residents of Hyden Health and Rehabilitation Center would like to thank Betty Farley for her generous donation to the resident’s activity fund in honor of her brother, Billy Ray Johnson. Billy Ray was a long time resident that loved his bananas and sausage biscuits. He was loved by many and is missed by…
Yummy treats to celebrate Independence Day
Residents at Hyden Health and Rehabilitation Center enjoyed an Independence Day celebration with lots of yummy red, white, and blue treats. Some residents even wore the shirts they tye dyed a few days earlier.
Tye Dye for the Fourth of July
Residents and staff of Hyden Health and Rehabilitation Center participated in a Tye Dye activity for the Fourth of July. Shirts and dye were provided so residents can create their own patriotic shirt for the holiday.
Questions to ask when choosing a Rehabilitation Center
When searching for a rehabilitation center for your loved one, it is best that you visit several facilities. There is the possibility that your first choice doesn’t have an open spot and should have a back-up. Before choosing a facility, you should ask these questions: Is the facility accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation…