We’ve all seen it, you know, the old commercial where a senior falls in her home and cries out that she’s fallen and can’t get up. So many recognize the commercial that today that line is practically a punch line. However, the reality is, falling is no laughing matter – especially for seniors. Did you know, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): 20 percent of all falls cause serious injury, most often head injuries or hip fractures. Each year, 2.8 million seniors receive emergency room treatment as a result of falls. More than 800,00 seniors are hospitalize...

Sandra O’Neal came to The Gardens of Orangeville having been experiencing physical weakness. Sandra was in pain and had difficulty performing simple tasks such as self-feeding and walking. Sandra and her therapy team developed a plan to restore her strength, ambulation, and ability to complete ADLs. In short time, with self-determination, Sandra was able to return to return home. Upon discharge, Sandra was able to walk, complete upper body care, and required some assist with lower body care. Before leaving the facility, Sandra thanked the staff, saying, “I want to thank the PT and OT ...

Well, Summer is finally here! For many families, that means preparing for fun-filled vacations and relaxing getaways. But if you are one of the thousands of caregivers tasked with caring for an aging loved one, a vacation or weekend getaway, may seem impossible or out-of-reach. Unfortunately, it’s all too common for caregivers to feel overwhelmed by the emotional and physical strain of the responsibility of taking the best care of their loved ones. While you as a caregiver may be reluctant to admit you could use a break, it’s important to remember that you don’t have to be in this alone ...

If you or a loved one has been experiencing a medical condition that requires a more concentrated level of care, it’s likely that your doctor may have recommended short-term rehabilitation. At this point, you may be asking yourself, “What’s the point?” With that important question in mind, below, we’ve laid-out four core benefits that short-term rehabilitation provides as well as to why it may be worth your time, energy and commitment: Quality of Recovery: Some may say, “Hey, I’m healthy and active, I even have a long-time exercise regimen, what do I need rehab for?” The reali...

Mother’s Day is almost here, and it’s the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time with the important women in your life – for many, that means visiting a senior mom or grandmother being cared for at a skilled nursing facility. While your mother or grandmother will be glad to just spend time with you, planning a special Mother’s Day activity is a great way to show your love and appreciation. Here are a few ideas to help you celebrate Mother’s Day with a senior mom: Treat her to a manicure: A manicure or pedicure is a thoughtful gift idea for your mother or grandmother, especia...

Mother’s Day is almost here, and it’s the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time with the important women in your life – for many, that means visiting a senior mom or grandmother being cared for at a skilled nursing facility. While your mother or grandmother will be glad to just spend time with you, planning a special Mother’s Day activity is a great way to show your love and appreciation. Here are a few ideas to help you celebrate Mother’s Day with a senior mom: Treat her to a manicure: A manicure or pedicure is a thoughtful gift idea for your mother or grandmother, especia...

Walk this way… Irene Klock came to The Gardens at Orangeville following a bad fall at her home which resulted in a right fracture of her tibia and fibula. Upon admission, Irene presented as non-weight bearing with an immobilizer status post-surgery. In addition, Irene required extensive assistance to complete all activities of daily living (ADL) and mobility tasks. Working with Irene, our physical and occupational therapy teams developed an extensive rehabilitation plan with strategic objectives – our goal was to help Irene return home! We are proud to say that with much hard work and...

Walk this way… Irene Klock came to The Gardens at Orangeville following a bad fall at her home which resulted in a right fracture of her tibia and fibula. Upon admission, Irene presented as non-weight bearing with an immobilizer status post-surgery. In addition, Irene required extensive assistance to complete all activities of daily living (ADL) and mobility tasks. Working with Irene, our physical and occupational therapy teams developed an extensive rehabilitation plan with strategic objectives – our goal was to help Irene return home! We are proud to say that with much hard work and...

The Gardens at Orangeville hosted its annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinner, celebrating the spirit of giving back by recognizing 19 of its dedicated volunteers. The dinner, which was held at Lucy’s Family Restaurant in Berwick, PA, was followed by an award ceremony with each volunteer being presented a Certificate of Appreciation. Lorree Levulis, Administrator at The Gardens at Orangeville opened the event with a message of gratitude and thanks to this year’s group of volunteers, saying, “We are both honored and grateful for the friendship and dedication of our volunteer...