What do you do when a family member ends up in the hospital due to a sudden illness, injury, or surgical procedure that requires further rehabilitation services beyond their hospital stay? How do you choose the right short-term rehab facility for them? When the doctor recommends further treatment, most likely a social worker at the hospital will offer a list of local facilities where they can … [Read more...]
A New Beginning with Cottage Living at Pickering Manor
“Everyone can identify with a fragrant garden, with beauty of sunset, with the quiet of nature, with a warm and cozy cottage.” ~Thomas Kinkade What a beautiful and tranquil image that quote paints in our minds! Have you already imagined a similar setting while contemplating a simpler, less stressful lifestyle after retirement? Perhaps you want more time for traveling, volunteering, or taking … [Read more...]
Physical Therapy for Seniors
When Dolores broke her hip, she was taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital. While in the hospital she underwent surgery. The surgery went well and when the time came for her to leave the hospital the doctor informed Dolores that she needed to stay in a rehabilitation facility so she could receive therapy. Dolores, like many other seniors who are in need of inpatient rehabilitation, was eager … [Read more...]
12 Must-Ask Questions when Searching for Subacute Rehab
When your loved one faces an illness or injury requiring hospitalization, he or she could spend some time in a subacute rehab facility before returning home. It may feel overwhelming during this hard time to choose the best subacute rehab facility. What do you need to know to find quality care? Here are 12 questions you should ask when looking for a subacute rehab facility: Is the … [Read more...]
