caregivers
Our Best Shot for the Future: COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics at the Witherell
Caregivers | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
In early January, the Nathaniel Witherell began vaccinating our residents and staff against COVID-19. As of today, many at our facility have been fully vaccinated and our clinics will continue providing vaccinations this month. In the words of our medical director, Dr. Frank Walsh, “It’s important for us all to do everything we can to…
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Check in With Older Adults Over the Holidays? Here’s Why.
Caregivers | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
When you have a parent who is an older adult, gatherings during the holidays present a great opportunity to get a sense of how they’re doing, both physically and emotionally. You might notice that things aren’t quite what they should be; there may be signs of decline. Questions come to mind, like: Has dad lost…
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A Different Kind of Holiday Season at the Witherell
Caregivers | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
As we look ahead to Thanksgiving, and Christmas and Chanukah shortly thereafter, one thing is clear: 2020 is going to require some new holiday traditions. Although the classic Thanksgiving meal is something we all look forward to, we know the holidays are about more than food and gifts. They’re really about being with family and…
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Returning Home After Surgery: What Caregivers Should Know
Cardiac Rehab | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
When patients are hospitalized after an illness or surgery, they’re often discharged to the Witherell for “step-down” care to continue their recovery. Once patients are well enough to return home, our team creates a discharge plan to ensure that they are well cared for after the Witherell. This may include a referral for home care,…
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When Caregivers Also Need to Take Care
Caregivers | 0 comments | by Harrison Edwards
Caring for our families comes naturally. So, it’s no surprise to note that about 34.2 million Americans provided unpaid care to an adult age 50+ in the last year, according to the Family Caregiver Alliance. “It’s wonderful to care for someone who once cared for you. But, caregivers should also know the challenges of caregiving,…
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