We feel it is essential to share current events; innovations in care; and personal stories of those who make CiminoCare such a special company, including management, staff, residents, and families. We hope you’ll find the following articles to not only be educational, but also an indication of what we feel is important, inspiring, and entertaining. We truly enjoy caring for Seniors and like to share what we do to make a positive difference in the lives of those around us.
Dehydration is a common cause of hospitalization for seniors. As we age, our sense of thirst diminishes, and often seniors only feel thirsty when they are already dehydrated. During the warmer months, it is even more important to be aware of the signs of dehydration and make a concerted effort to stay hydrated.
Feeling better but not quite great? There is a word for that – languishing. Many of us in Senior Care are finding ourselves in this state of limbo as the pandemic slowly abates. While it can seem like this is the new normal, knowing the feeling you are dealing with can help you move past it.
Tanya Benjamin, Resident & family Services for Portola Gardens, shares her story for The Longest Day campaign. Started by the Alzheimer’s Association, The Longest Day encourages those with loved ones affected by Alzheimer’s to join the cause & get creative to raise awareness and fund to find Alzheimer’s disease.
The Journal of American Geriatric Society recently confirmed what we already suspected, that music – listening, playing or creating – has a significant effect on cognitive functioning for older adults with dementia symptoms. Portola Gardens is excited to welcome Rosabell as our new Musical Activity Coordinator to help improve the quality of life for our residents through music and activities!
