BIG NEWS!
We are excited to annouce that we will be scheduling family visits! Cali, along with the rest of us are looking forward to seeing you again!
Residents and staff of Barbourville Health and Rehabilitation Center had a wonderful time with Barbourville High School JAG students and the Bus to Business project. Students got a tour of the building and were introduced to the many job opportunities that the facility has to offer. The JAG students also participated in mock interviews, demonstrations…
Staff and residents at Barbourville Health and Rehabilitation Center would like to wish Mrs. Kathy Sprinkles a wonderful retirement. Her last day was last week as the facilities beloved nurse aide educator. Hope you enjoy “front porch sittin’” with your morning coffee. The best of wishes to you and your family. Enjoy!
Barbourville Health and Rehabilitation Center wants to thank their housekeeping staff for all they do to make the resident’s home clean and beautiful. The staff appreciates you and all the hard work you do for the residents.
It can be difficult to communicate with someone who suffers from Alzheimer’s and/or dementia. The damage to their brains have altered the way they hear, process, and respond to certain conversations. This is why caregivers or family members need to learn new techniques that adapts to the older adults way of thinking. There are 6…
As seniors get older, they tend to shuffle or drag their feet while walking. Why do they do that? Well, they more than likely are not doing it on purpose or even know they are shuffling. Typically something is causing the shuffling when they walk. The first step to help them not do this is…
Many things change with age, one of which are sleep patterns. These changes make it harder for seniors to not only fall asleep, but stay asleep. The lack of sleep could also affect the caregiver due to always needing to keep an eye on the senior. A few common reasons for sleep problems are: Discomfort…
Sharing memories or reminiscing about the past is an enjoyable way to connect with someone that has Alzheimer’s or dementia. When it comes to dementia, most people lose their short-term memory, but can still recall older memories. The goal for this type of therapy is to help these seniors feel valued, contented, and peaceful. These…
When a senior with Alzheimer’s and/or dementia asks to go home, it is often a request for comfort and not to physically go home. The best thing to do is meet where they are and focus on the comfort and reassurance. Respond to the emotions behind their request. There are 3 kind and calming ways…
When seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia can’t participate in daily activities, they can easily become bored. Boredom can lead to agitation, anxiety, depression, and anger. It can increase their chances of sundowning. There are ways to prevent boredom with activities. This will get them engaged and help reduce their risk for need of medication for…
Routines make daily life simpler and smoother for caregivers which is in fact a top priority when caring for an older adult. Daily routines can reduce uncertainty, arguments, and decision-making, which in turn can reduce the overall stresses of life. 5 ways routines can make life simpler are: Stop the power struggle – people hate…