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.…
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…
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.
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…
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.
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.
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…
There are two types of long-term care facilities, Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and Residential Care/Assisted Living. Licensed SNFs provide 24-hour skilled nursing care either in a nursing home or a convalescent hospital. Residential Care/Assisted Living is a licensed facility that provides 24-hour non-medical care and supervision for individuals needing assistance with activities of daily living.…
Father’s Day is around the corner, have you made any plans yet? Sharing a meal, doing a fun activity together, or giving a thoughtful gift is a great way to show the father figure in your life how much you care about them. Below is a sample of activities to do with your dad: Take…
Many people don’t feel the need to keep in physical shape when they get older. Consequently, many of those older adults end up needing to use a walker, fall more often, and become depressed. The best person for any grandparent is to get a physical therapist that specializes in geriatrics. Like those you find in…