As you age, it can become difficult to find ways to boost natural energy. Staying on top of your health, regularly seeing your doctor, and considering looking into the dietitian role in skilled nursing facilities can all help you find ways to get an energy boost. In the meantime, keep reading to learn about the…
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Having your spouse move into memory care can be one of the most bittersweet moments of life. While you may have lived together for many years and separation can be difficult, your spouse may finally be getting the care they need. However, it can be difficult to tell how often visiting is good for your…
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Maintaining mobility as we age doesn’t have to be a slog. There are many exercises that can help seniors maintain their mobility that are fun, engaging, and help the body remain supple, well balanced, and strong. Good mobility can even help seniors live more healthily and independently as they age. Today, we’ll look at a…
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One of the most important goals and achievements for elderly adults is maintaining independence. As we age, our bodies, minds, and overall faculties can decline, making quotidian tasks, such as driving, cooking a meal, and even eating and bathing, much more difficult. Keeping the ability to perform these activities is key to living independently. When…
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According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), a 2025 research study suggests that as many as 42% of people over the age of 55 will eventually develop dementia. This means you should be prepared to notice if your loved one is beginning to experience dementia by learning the three stages of dementia, and how…
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Maintaining the proper balance of minerals in the blood becomes both increasingly important and increasingly difficult as we age. The minerals in our bodies regulate many important bodily functions, and among the most crucial minerals we need is potassium. Potassium is an electrolyte, meaning it carries an electrical charge. These electrical charges play an essential…
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One thing that can make skilled nursing much easier for patients who need dialysis is having the treatment right onsite at their facilities. This ensures patients don’t need to go through the stress and hassle of an offsite dialysis appointment when trying to recover or manage chronic conditions. Haven Health proudly offers onsite dialysis in…
Category: Skilled Nursing
Memory games for seniors in skilled nursing and memory care settings aren’t just about fun. They’re also about exercising the mind in a way that keeps them sharp and healthy. For seniors in skilled nursing or memory care facilities, memory games are a great way to ensure seniors are living their best lives. Memory games…
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The risk of experiencing chronic health problems increases with age. Among those 65 and older, 93% have one chronic health condition, while 79% have at least two chronic health concerns, such as arthritis, diabetes, or cancer. High blood pressure is also common among older adults, but it isn’t the only blood-related condition of concern. Hyponatremia…
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As our parents age, our time left with them grows shorter each day. A great way to use this time productively and happily is by scheduling fun activities that both of you like, and importantly, can connect through. As people age, their needs for connection don’t diminish, while opportunities to do so become limited by…
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