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The Importance of Short-Term Rehabilitation for Seniors
Whether you’re getting over an extended illness or recovering from an unexpected accident or planned surgery, your doctor may recommend a stay in a short-term rehabilitation center prior to heading home. Some seniors, particularly those with strong support networks at home, may balk at this, wanting to leave the hospital and get back to a […]
Read MoreMarch 2019 Newsletter
March is an exciting month with the start of spring, as we soon break from the cold days of winter. In this issue, we highlight the importance of National Nutrition Month, which educates people on making better food choices. Our monthly newsletter is filled with information about events, celebrations, and other good newsworthy stories. Click […]
Read MoreRespite Care Can Ease the Transition to Long-Term Personal Care
Have you concluded that someone you know and love would benefit from the continuum of care they would receive in a senior living community? Are you having problems getting them to agree with you? Respite care may help. It should come as no surprise that moving, especially as an older adult and to a residential […]
Read MoreTop 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
It is completely normal for people to experience some changes in memory as they grow older. And while the occasional lapse in memory isn’t necessarily something families should worry about; the symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease could signify a more serious health issue. People with Alzheimer’s often experience a variety of different issues with communicating, reasoning, […]
Read MoreREACH February 2019
February may be a short month, but it is filled with many important holidays, events and celebrations! Our monthly newsletter highlights all that February offers here at PPH. Click below to view February REACH. PPH REACH FEBRUARY 2019 PPH IL Calendar February 2019 Do you enjoy reading fascinating stories about PPH residents and staff, learning […]
Read More3 Personal Care Misconceptions
When you hear the terms “personal care” or “assisted living community,” what do you think of? Many individuals imagine a place where people go when they are older, sick or cannot maneuver on their own. Moving to a personal care community can be challenging when someone is accustomed to living on their own and at […]
Read MoreRon S! Charitable Fund Gift for PPH Virtual Dementia
Saturday, January 5, 2019, the family of the Ron S! Charitable Fund held a gathering in the PPH Private Dining Room to honor the spirit of giving of Ron Silberstein. PPH Independent Living residents Marge and Tom Sexton (mother and stepfather of Ron), and Ron’s brother, Joe Silberstein, formally presented a check in the amount […]
Read MoreREACH January 2019
PPH REACH January 2019 Explore topics that inform, educate and engage residents, volunteers, staff, and the greater community of the PPH Family.
Read MoreStay Healthy This Winter: Tips for Seniors to Avoid the Flu
Catching the flu is a miserable experience for anyone, but if you’re over the age of 65, the risks and dangers of the seasonal flu are significantly higher. Seniors who contract the flu have a much greater chance of developing serious complications; this is largely because the immune system defenses weaken as we age. The […]
Read MoreTop Tips for Holiday Dinners and Desserts for Those with Diabetes
One of the most wonderful parts of the holiday season are the meals shared with friends and family, but for those with diabetes, it can also be one of the most challenging aspects of celebrating together. The foods that are commonly shared when we come together in laughter and cheer tend to be rich, sugary […]
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