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Wound Care in Skilled Nursing: What Families Should Know
When a loved one is admitted to a skilled nursing facility, families often have questions about the level of care provided, especially when it comes to wound care. Whether it’s a pressure ulcer, surgical wound, or a diabetic foot ulcer, proper wound management is a critical part of recovery and overall well-being. At Fleetwood Post […]
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Innovative Approaches to Dementia Care: Spotlight on Memory Care Units
Imagine a place where each day is filled with meaningful activities, comforting routines, and compassionate care tailored specifically for those with dementia. This isn’t a dream—it’s the reality of modern memory care units, where innovative approaches to dementia care are transforming lives. These dementia care units are a world where technology, therapy, and personalized care […]
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How Skilled Nursing Facilities Support Families and Caregivers
When a loved one’s health needs become too complex for home care, families often face the difficult decision to seek professional help. Skilled nursing facilities provide 24-hour medical attention, rehabilitation, and daily assistance—but their support extends far beyond the resident. These communities also play a vital role in helping families and caregivers find relief, guidance, […]
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Making the Most of Visits with a Loved One in Post-Acute Care
Visiting a loved one in Fleetwood Post-Acute is a valuable opportunity to provide comfort, companionship, and emotional support during their recovery. Whether they are healing from an illness, surgery, or receiving long-term care, meaningful visits can positively impact their well-being. Here are some ways to create engaging, supportive, and fulfilling interactions during your time together. Plan […]
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Staying Active and Healthy: A Holistic Approach to Senior Wellness in Care Homes
As we age, maintaining physical health becomes more important than ever. For seniors living in healthcare facilities, staying active and healthy can make all the difference in enhancing their quality of life. From a balanced diet to gentle exercise, creative outlets, and more, there are many ways to support the physical well-being of seniors. Let’s […]
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Spreading Smiles: Activities That Bring Joy to Seniors
In the realm of senior care homes, fostering joy and happiness among residents is always a top priority, and is often a difficult task. One aspect our facility excels at is engaging our residents and patients in activities that not only provide entertainment but also promote social interaction, cognitive stimulation, and emotional well-being. A few […]
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Minds Matter! The Vital Role Mental Health Plays for Seniors
In the realm of senior care, the spotlight on mental health has never shone brighter. Particularly within nursing homes, where residents may grapple with myriad adjustments, preserving and promoting mental well-being is paramount. This article explores the importance of mental health for seniors, the unique challenges they face, and the innovative strategies nursing homes employ […]
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Newsworthy in 2022 Healthcare
With 2022 recently coming to an end, there were many stand-out, notable, and newsworthy things that happened in senior healthcare in 2022. Covid vaccines and covid related news and outbreaks are high on the list, along with workforce challenges, changes in the industry, and more. In Provider Magazine, the official publication of the American Health […]
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The Silver Lining of the Pandemic
Covid-19 had long-term, lasting effects on nursing homes and assisted living facilities. While it had effects on many obvious things, including safety protocols, social distancing problem solving, and many other short-term fixes, it also had many other ripple effects. A few of the less obvious ripple effects include improved communication for crises, improved infection prevention, […]
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INCREASING OCCUPANCY IN THE WAKE OF THE PANDEMIC
As the COVID-19 vaccine is more widely available, there has been a “nearly 99 percent decline in new COVID-19 cases among nursing home residents.” Seniors and healthcare workers were among the first groups to get vaccinated, and because of this, the clinical crisis is now largely under control. With the imminent health threat getting more […]
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