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We’ve all seen it, you know, the old commercial where a senior falls in her home and cries out that she’s fallen and can’t get up. So many recognize the commercial that today that line is practically a punch line. However, the reality is, falling is no laughing matter – especially for seniors. Did you know, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): 20 percent of all falls cause serious injury, most often head injuries or hip fractures. Each year, 2.8 million seniors receive emergency room treatment as a result of falls. More than 800,00 seniors are hospitalize...

Well, Summer is finally here! For many families, that means preparing for fun-filled vacations and relaxing getaways. But if you are one of the thousands of caregivers tasked with caring for an aging loved one, a vacation or weekend getaway, may seem impossible or out-of-reach. Unfortunately, it’s all too common for caregivers to feel overwhelmed by the emotional and physical strain of the responsibility of taking the best care of their loved ones. While you as a caregiver may be reluctant to admit you could use a break, it’s important to remember that you don’t have to be in this alone ...

If you or a loved one has been experiencing a medical condition that requires a more concentrated level of care, it’s likely that your doctor may have recommended short-term rehabilitation. At this point, you may be asking yourself, “What’s the point?” With that important question in mind, below, we’ve laid-out four core benefits that short-term rehabilitation provides as well as to why it may be worth your time, energy and commitment: Quality of Recovery: Some may say, “Hey, I’m healthy and active, I even have a long-time exercise regimen, what do I need rehab for?” The reali...

Mother’s Day is almost here, and it’s the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time with the important women in your life – for many, that means visiting a senior mom or grandmother being cared for at a skilled nursing facility. While your mother or grandmother will be glad to just spend time with you, planning a special Mother’s Day activity is a great way to show your love and appreciation. Here are a few ideas to help you celebrate Mother’s Day with a senior mom: Treat her to a manicure: A manicure or pedicure is a thoughtful gift idea for your mother or grandmother, especia...

Maria, 64 came to The Gardens at Wyoming Valley following a hospitalization due to lower extremity cellulitis, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and both renal and respiratory failure. Previously, Maria was independent with all functional tasks and resided locally at home with her grandson. Upon admission to The Gardens, Maria was unable to stand and ambulate and required total assistance for bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming and functional transfers. In addition, Maria presented with decreased activity tolerance. Working with Maria, our therapy teams developed a comprehensive rehabilitatio...

When Marvin Jayma was admitted to The Gardens at Wyoming Valley he was in a lot of pain felt discouraged and believed he would never walk again. We encouraged him to take one day at a time and assured him he was in good hands as we would treat him as we would our very own family member. As he gained the trust of our nursing and therapy staff he became more and more determined to meet the goals designed by our team approach. Upon evaluation by therapy, Marvin was dependent with gait and transfers. He had reported a 10 out of 10 pain rating in his right hip. He required maximal assistance for ...