Ask St. Ann’s – Navigating Medicare Coverage For Short-Term Rehab Care
By Vel Nhalay, Admissions Nurse at St. Ann’s Community It may sound surprising, but if you’re admitted for inpatient rehab services at St. Ann’s Community, we start planning for your discharge the very day you arrive. From the moment you come to us from the hospital, our focus is on helping you return to your […]
Ask St. Ann’s – Make a Will, Make a Difference: How Planning Today Supports the Care of Tomorrow
By Cati Pulver, Director of Development, St. Ann’s Foundation August is National Make-A-Will Month, a time to reflect on the legacy we leave behind and the peace of mind that comes from knowing our wishes will be honored. At St. Ann’s Community, we understand the importance of planning. Each day, we work closely with families […]
Ask St. Ann’s – How to Choose the Right Senior Living Community
By Kimberly Quartieri Exploring senior living communities is a process that’s best started while you’re enjoying life. Knowing which options can accommodate your needs and desired lifestyle before a health event forces your move puts you in control and offers peace of mind. Living spaces Our region is fortunate to have many senior living communities, […]
Ask St. Ann’s – The Prescription For Fall Prevention
By Becky Carney Question: What is the leading cause of injury for adults aged 65 and older? A. Car accidents B. Risky dance moves C. Falls The answer, according to the Centers for Disease Control, is falls. CDC data shows that 1 in 4 older adults report falling each year. Of those, 37% had an injury […]
Ask St. Ann’s – Hospice Enables Families to Share a Meaningful Experience
By Marguerite Janto and Jessica Kelly When a loved one is nearing the end of life, it can seem like the whole world is falling apart. It’s a time of complex emotions, difficult decisions and lots of anxiety. Fortunately, professionals in the field of hospice care can help navigate those challenges. Hospice centers like St. […]
Ask St. Ann’s – Volunteering Brings Healthy Rewards
By Colleen Holcomb When we hear the word “volunteering,” we think of helping others. That’s certainly true, and it’s the primary reason people choose to volunteer. But new research shows that people who volunteer are also helping themselves in extraordinary ways. Studies show that serving others provides mental health benefits including increased happiness and a […]
Ask St. Ann’s – How to plan for the future when choosing a retirement community.
Our lives are filled with big decisions. For seniors, there’s one decision that’s nearly universal: should I consider moving to a senior living community? Everyone approaches this decision differently – some rely on discussions with family and friends, while others prefer quiet reflection. No matter how you go about it, though, it can be overwhelming […]
Ask St. Ann’s – Facing Down Those Holiday Desserts
By Christine Shippers You’ve been eating right all year, making healthy choices and keeping the extra pounds at bay. Suddenly, everywhere you look there are cookies of every description, pies of all kinds, cakes of indescribable beauty. Welcome to the holiday season! It’s the time of year when desserts seem to have us surrounded. Well […]
Ask St. Ann’s – Simple Indoor Exercises Can Keep You Fit in Winter
By Cassie Curry The onset of colder weather means fewer opportunities for outdoor activity—especially for older adults. But just because the snow flies and temperatures drop doesn’t mean your physical fitness has to go into hibernation. There are plenty of simple exercises you can do in the warmth and safety of “the great indoors” to […]
Ask St. Ann’s – What You Should Know About Medicare Coverage for Short-Term Rehab
By Holly Carmona, Admissions Nurse at St. Ann’s Community It may sound odd, but if you’re admitted for inpatient rehab services at St. Ann’s Community, we start planning your discharge the day you arrive. It’s true. Our goal, from the day you arrive from the hospital, is to return you to your previous level of […]