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!
Good quality of life is important when it comes to older adults dealing with chronic health conditions and major life changes. Having that feeling of satisfaction and fulfillment is important for overall well-being. Having a positive view of life can help seniors with more energy, less stress, better appetite, and prevent cognitive decline. 5 ways…
Staff and residents of Barbourville Health and Rehabilitation Center want to thank Ricky Star for coming out the other day and entertaining everyone with your wonderful voice. Everyone had a great time sitting back and listening to the music.
The residents and staff at Barbourville Health and Rehabilitation Center had a blast celebrating the Fourth of July. There were poppers, balloons, necklaces, and food to help celebrate Independence Day. Hope all had a safe and happy holiday weekend.
Many older adults lose their mobility with age due to stroke, arthritis, or even an injury due to a fall. Loss of mobility does not mean seniors can’t participate in activities or have a good time. There are many activities they can do without the need of moving around too much. A list of activities…
With age, seniors can’t adjust their bodies to high temperatures as well as they did when they were younger, so they have to be careful of overheating and heat stroke during the summer. They are also more likely to become dehydrated which will increase their risk. This is a list of ways to stay cool…
Many older adults that use a folding walker need it to move around more safely and independently. Learning how to use a walker correctly takes practice because the movements aren’t always intuitive. Using a walker incorrectly can actually increase the risk of fall or body aches. The first thing any adult needs to do when…
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…
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…
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…