The early warning signs of dehydration can be difficult to detect in elderly people. For one, elderly adults don’t feel thirst as strongly as other adults, and thirst is a common early warning sign for mild dehydration. Plus, there are a number of other reasons elderly adults face a greater […]
Staying active in mind and body is essential for our health and well-being. Oftentimes, the hardest part of getting started is taking the first step, but there are a variety of simple ways to keep seniors active, if you know where to start looking. Socialization Activities It’s no secret that […]
Getting lost in a page-turning book isn’t just an enjoyable hobby for seniors; it also can enhance their mental and emotional health. Whether it’s poetry or prose, fiction or nonfiction, research indicates that avid readers may experience many health benefits. If you haven’t cracked a book open in a while, […]
Each year, we celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week (formerly known as National Nursing Home Week) throughout our campus. We believe this is the perfect time for us to celebrate our residents, volunteers, and staff, but also an opportunity to give back to the Dunn County community. As in past […]
Did you know?… The Red Cedar Bistro, located in the Central Neighborhood, is open to the public. Our Bistro features soups, salad bar, sandwiches and a special of the day. Regular hours are 10:30 a.m. —1:30 p.m. Monday—Friday. They also feature homemade cinnamon rolls every Wednesday morning at 8 a.m.!
To help better accommodate our guests, we ask that all guests order their meals before meal times. We would appreciate having lunch meals ordered by 10:00 a.m. and supper meals ordered by 3:00 p.m. You may call your order into the house where you will be dining. As a reminder, […]
Now that Spring has officially arrived, the staff and residents are eager to add some more outings to our activity schedule. In addition to our weekly trips to the Senior Center, monthly shopping trips, and mystery trips, we are planning a trip to Turtle Lake Casino, Bullfrogs, pontoon rides/fishing […]
Since today’s world is very digital, it’s likely that parents and grandparents will ask about technology. Before you visit your parents or grandparents, look at these 10 tips for teaching seniors how to use technology. When introducing new tech concepts, build on existing knowledge. Comparing a new technology concept with […]
When trying to best care for your aging parent or loved one, it’s important to explain the benefits of exercise and how it impacts their life. Being active can help your aging senior in a variety of ways, from strengthening social relationships to improving memory and preventing depression. As you […]
Adjusting to life in a nursing home can be tough – it involves big changes, like leaving behind a home and all the memories it contains, as well as the feeling of losing a measure of freedom. This change can be hard, but you can help your loved one make […]