‘Tis the season to explore easy healthy options to bring to your family and friends this holiday gathered by our Dietary team at Canal Winchester Health & Rehabilitation Center! PB&J Parfait What you’ll need: 1 cup Fage Plain Yogurt 2 Tbsp Peanut Butter 2 Tbsp Fruit Preserves of choice 2 Tbsp High Fiber Granola Layer… Read more »
If this is your loved one’s first year in a long-term care community, holiday planning can be a stressful time. Even if they’ve lived there for some time, it can still be difficult. Your celebrations will be different from how they were in years past — but “different” doesn’t have to mean “bad.” Here are… Read more »
Many find that working your way through the Medicare Open Enrollment process for the first time can be very daunting! Seniors are bombarded with information by mail and even on television commercials but what information is actually necessary for open enrollment? Here’s a quick overview of what you should know to help make the most… Read more »
Are you or a loved one having some trouble living independently at home? Are you starting to consider assisted living as an option? If so, you likely want to find the right care, but you also want to know how much each option is going to cost before you make any final decisions. Comparing costs… Read more »
Dear Latonya: I’ve always spent a lot of time outdoors all year round. I think it has finally caught up with me. The damage to my skin is becoming more and more obvious. From brown spots to dry skin, I feel like sun damage is making me look older. Late night television seems to be… Read more »
Are you planning a family vacation this summer and need a safe place for a senior loved one to stay? Respite is the ideal solution for you! Respite services offer a care solution for older adults and people with a disability who need extra support on a short-term basis. Your loved one can enjoy a short-term… Read more »
Dear Ashlee: My husband and I decided to include his 85-year old mother on our summer vacation this year. While our plans are still in the works, we expect to be staying at a national park for five or six nights. We haven’t tried this before so we are hoping for a little advice on… Read more »
If you’re a person with Type 2 diabetes, you’re probably already aware that you will always experience medical complications. That risk is heightened if you’re older, overweight or in poor health. What can you expect from post-surgical rehab? Even if your blood sugar was under control when you went in for surgery, it may well not… Read more »
Are you looking for ways to give back? Optalis Healthcare has plenty of local volunteer work for you to put your talents to good use! Local Volunteer Work with Seniors There are several senior care communities that make up Optalis Healthcare across Ohio and Southeastern Michigan. However, if you were to visit all of them,… Read more »
