High Vulnerability to Impersonation Scams Among Older Adults
Older adults may be even more vulnerable to fraud and scams than previously thought, according to an NIA-funded study that mimicked a real-world government imposter scam. The results suggest that a sizable minority of older adults, including those without cognitive...
Who Needs a Flu Vaccine?
A number of flu vaccines will be available this season. These include: injectable flu vaccines, or flu shots. These include: Flu shots that are made with inactivated influenza viruses. One flu shot that is made without influenza viruses. A live attenuated...
September is Healthy Aging Month: Healthy Aging Tips for the Older Adults in Your Life
If you have older family members or loved ones, you may worry about their health as they age. Aging increases the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, cancer, and dementia. The good news is that adopting and maintaining a few key...
Three Types of Exercise Can Improve Your Health & Physical Ability
Most people tend to focus on one type of exercise or activity and think they’re doing enough. Research has shown that it’s important to get all three types: aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and balance. Doing one type of exercise can help improve your ability to do the...
Immunization Awareness Month: Vaccinations and Older Adults
Which vaccines do older adults need? As you get older, a health care provider may recommend vaccinations, also known as shots or immunizations, to help prevent certain illnesses. Talk with a doctor or pharmacist about which of the following vaccines you need....
Frontotemporal Disorders: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis
The symptoms of frontotemporal dementia (FTD) and other frontotemporal disorders gradually rob people of basic abilities — thinking, talking, walking, and socializing — that most of us take for granted. FTD and other frontotemporal disorders are a common cause of...
Providing Care and Comfort at the End of Life
Not all end-of-life experiences are alike. Death can come suddenly, or a person may linger in a near-death state for days. For some older adults at the end of life, the body weakens while the mind stays clear. Others remain physically strong while cognitive...
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis among older adults. It is also one of the most common causes of physical disability among adults. Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease that happens when the tissues that cushion the ends of the bones within...
Diabetes in Older People
Diabetes is a serious disease that affects many older adults. Diabetes occurs when a person’s blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. The good news is that you can take steps to delay or prevent type 2 diabetes, which is the most common form of the...
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month: How Is Alzheimer’s Disease Diagnosed?
Doctors use several methods and tools to help determine if a person with thinking or memory problems has Alzheimer’s disease. To diagnose Alzheimer’s, doctors may: Ask the person experiencing symptoms, as well as a family member or friend, questions about overall...
Adapting Activities for People With Alzheimer’s Disease
People with Alzheimer’s need to be active and do things they enjoy. However, activities they used to enjoy may become challenging for them as the disease worsens. They may have trouble deciding what to do or starting tasks. As a caregiver, you can learn how to...
Coping With Alzheimer’s Behaviors: Rummaging and Hiding Things
Someone with Alzheimer’s disease may start rummaging or searching through cabinets, drawers, closets, the refrigerator, and other places where things are stored. They may also hide items around the house. In some cases, there might be a logical reason for...
How Is Alzheimer’s Disease Treated?
Several prescription drugs are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for Alzheimer’s disease to help either manage the symptoms of or to treat the disease. Most FDA-approved drugs work best for people in the early or middle stages of Alzheimer’s....
Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month: Thinking About Your Risk for Alzheimer’s Disease? Five Questions To Consider
Ask yourself the five questions below to help understand your risk factors for developing Alzheimer’s disease. How old are you? Age is the biggest known risk factor for Alzheimer’s. Most people with Alzheimer’s develop the disease when they are 65 or older, with...
Brain Health: What is it and Why is it Important?
Brain health affects many aspects of life, including how you think, feel, act, and relate to others. Many factors can affect brain health, including age-related changes in the brain, injuries such as stroke, mood disorders, substance use disorder, and diseases such as...
Sleep Habits for Older Adults
People spend about one-third of their life sleeping or trying to sleep. Being older doesn’t mean you have to be tired. Sleep is important for your body and affects your ability to function during the day. Below are some healthy habits that can help you fall and stay...
Maintaining a Healthy Weight
Many factors can affect your weight, including your genes, age, sex, lifestyle, family habits, culture, sleep, and even where you live and work. Some of these factors can make it hard to maintain or achieve a healthy weight. Regardless, following a nutritious...
Safe Driving for Older Adults
While many older adults value the independence of driving, changes that happen with age may alter a person’s ability to drive safely. You may notice driving becoming more difficult over time for yourself or for your loved ones. Changes in health, including medical...
Talking With Your Older Patients
Doctor-patient communication is an essential, though sometimes challenging, aspect of the health care process. The following suggestions can help you work with older patients to optimize care and make the most of your time and resources. Tips for communicating with...
Managing Money Problems for People with Dementia
People with Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia often have problems managing their money. Research shows that money problems may be one of the first noticeable signs of the disease. Early on, a person with dementia may be able to perform basic tasks,...
Getting Started with Caregiving
If you have never been a caregiver before, it may feel daunting at first. There might be tasks to organize, new medical terms to learn, and schedules to coordinate. If you live far away from the person who needs care, you may need to find new ways to stay in touch....
Participating in Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Research
Scientists continue to make great strides in identifying potential new ways to diagnose, treat, and even prevent Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. These medical advances would not be possible without the participation of a diverse range of...
Health Benefits of Exercise and Physical Activity
Physical activity is essential for healthy aging, and it can be beneficial at any stage of life. Some potential benefits are immediate, such as reduced feelings of anxiety, reduced blood pressure, and improved sleep. Others are long term and require consistent...
Alzheimer’s Caregiving: Finding Long-Term Care
There may come a time when you can no longer care for a person with Alzheimer’s disease at home. When that happens, you will need to find another place for that person to live. You may feel guilty or upset about this decision, but as the disease...
Greenville Celebrates LTC Administrators Week with 5-Star Rating
In honor of National Long-Term Care Administrators Week, Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is proud to celebrate the exceptional leadership and dedication of Shannon Landrum, our administrator, whose hard work ensures the highest quality of care for residents and...
Making Decisions for Someone at the End of Life
You are probably reading this because someone close to you is dying. You may wonder how you can comfort the person, prevent suffering, and provide the best quality of life possible in their remaining time. If the person can no longer communicate, you may be asked to...
How To Find Reliable Health Information Online
Many older adults share a common concern: “Can I trust the health information I find online?” There are thousands of medical websites. Some provide up-to-date medical news and reliable health information, and some do not. Choosing trustworthy websites is an important...
American Heart Month: Heart Health – What is a Heart Attack?
A heart attack happens when the flow of blood in one or more of the coronary arteries (major blood vessels that supply blood to the heart), suddenly becomes blocked. When this happens, part of your heart can’t get enough oxygen. A heart attack is usually caused by...
Parkinson’s Disease: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Parkinson’s disease is a brain disorder that causes unintended or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. Symptoms usually begin gradually and worsen over time. As the disease progresses, people may have...
Alzheimer’s Caregiving: Managing Personality and Behavior Changes
Alzheimer’s disease changes the brain in ways that can affect how a person acts. Some days, the person might seem like themselves, and other days they might act in unusual ways. This variation from one day to the next is common for people with Alzheimer’s. On...
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation Invites Community to Open House Celebration for Deficiency-Free Survey
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is pleased to invite community members, families, and partners to an Open House on January 29th from 2-4pm CST to celebrate the community’s recent deficiency-free survey, a meaningful achievement that reflects the commitment and...
Tips for Living Alone With Early-Stage Dementia
Have you, or has someone you love, recently been diagnosed with mild cognitive impairment, early-stage Alzheimer’s disease, vascular dementia, Lewy body dementia, or a frontotemporal disorder? Do you worry about how to manage if you live alone? If so, these tips...
What Should I Ask My Doctor During a Checkup?
Asking questions is key to good communication with your doctor. If you don’t ask questions, he or she may assume you already know the answer or that you don’t want more information. Don’t wait for the doctor to raise a specific question or subject; he or she may not...
Healthy Eating As You Age: Know Your Food Groups
Healthy Eating As You Age: Know Your Food Groups Making smart food choices is an important part of healthy aging. Understanding the different food groups — and how much of each should make up your diet — can help you form a healthy eating pattern over time. This...
Getting Your Affairs in Order Checklist: Documents to Prepare for the Future
No one ever plans to be sick or disabled. Yet, planning for the future can make all the difference in an emergency and at the end-of-life. Being prepared and having important documents in a single place can give you peace of mind, help ensure your wishes are honored,...
Pain: You Can Get Help
Phyllis’s Story Phyllis loves playing with her grandchildren, working in the garden, and going to bingo games. But, at age 76, the constant knee pain from osteoarthritis is taking a toll. It keeps her awake at night and stops her from doing...
Discussing Health Decisions with Your Doctor
Ask About Different Treatment Options You will benefit most from a treatment when you know what is happening and are involved in making decisions. Make sure you understand what your treatment involves and what it will or will not do. Have the doctor give you...
Falls and Fractures in Older Adults: Causes and Prevention
A simple accident like tripping on a rug or slipping on a wet floor can change your life. If you fall, you could break a bone, which thousands of older adults experience each year. For older people, a broken bone can also be the start of more serious health problems...
How Much Should I Eat as an Older Adult?
Figuring out how much to eat while achieving or maintaining a healthy weight can be difficult. Getting the proper nutrients and eating the right amount for your weight and activity level can contribute to healthy aging. This article provides suggestions for...
Fatigue in Older Adults
Fatigue is a feeling of weariness, tiredness, or lack of energy. It can be a normal response to physical activity, emotional stress, boredom, or lack of sleep, but it can also signal a more serious mental or physical condition. Everyone feels tired now and then. If...
Taking Care of Yourself: Tips for Caregivers
Taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do as a caregiver. Caregiving is not easy — not for the caregiver and not for the person receiving care. It requires sacrifices and adjustments for everyone. Often, family caregivers must juggle work...
Coping With Agitation, Aggression, and Sundowning in Alzheimer’s Disease
People with Alzheimer’s disease may become agitated or aggressive as the disease gets worse. Agitation means that a person is restless and worried, and they aren’t able to settle down. Agitated people may pace a lot, not be able to sleep, or act aggressively...
Different Care Settings at the End of Life
The three most common places people at the end-of-life die are at home, in a hospital, or in a care facility. While not everyone has the chance to decide where they will die, people who know the end of life is approaching may be able to plan ahead. Several factors may...
Infection Prevention Week: Hand Hygiene for Patients in Healthcare Settings
Your hands can spread germs. Hands have good germs that your body needs to stay healthy. Hands can also have bad germs on them that make you sick. Alcohol-based hand sanitizer kills most of the bad germs that make you sick. Alcohol-based hand sanitizers kill the good...
Advance Care Planning and Health Care Decisions: Tips for Caregivers and Families
Knowing what matters most to your loved one can help you honor their wishes and give you peace of mind if they become too sick to make decisions. Unfortunately, only one in three people in the United States has a plan for their future health care in place. There are...
Active Aging Week: Health Benefits of Exercise and Physical Activity
Physical activity is essential for healthy aging, and it can be beneficial at any stage of life. Some potential benefits are immediate, such as reduced feelings of anxiety, reduced blood pressure, and improved sleep. Others are long term and require consistent...
Assessing Cognitive Impairment in Older Patients
As a primary care practitioner, you likely have long-established relationships with some of your patients and are in an ideal position to observe potential signs of a cognitive problem. You and your staff are often the first to address a patient’s or family’s concerns...
Dietary Supplements for Older Adults
Dietary supplements can be beneficial at any age, but they can also have unwanted side effects, such as unsafe prescription drug interactions. They could also not work at all. It’s important to understand the supplements you are taking and why you are taking them....
Managing Sleep Problems in Alzheimer’s Disease
Alzheimer’s disease often affects a person’s sleeping habits. People with Alzheimer’s may experience the following sleep problems: Sleeping a lot or not enough Waking up many times during the night Napping a lot during the day Restlessness, agitation,...
September is Healthy Aging Month: What Do We Know About Healthy Aging?
Many factors influence healthy aging. Some of these, such as genetics, are not in our control. Others — like exercise, a healthy diet, going to the doctor regularly, and taking care of our mental health — are within our reach. Research supported by NIA and others has...
Older Adults and Balance Problems
Have you ever felt dizzy, lightheaded, or as if the room were spinning around you? These can be troublesome sensations. If the feeling happens often, it could be a sign of a balance problem. Many older adults experience problems with balance and dizziness. Problems...
Aging in Place: Growing Older at Home
Many people want the same things as they get older: to stay in their own homes, to maintain independence for as long as possible, and to turn to family and friends for help when needed. Staying in your own home as you get older is called “aging in place.” But many...
Immunization Awareness Month: Vaccinations and Older Adults
Which vaccines do older adults need? As you get older, a health care provider may recommend vaccinations, also known as shots or immunizations, to help prevent certain illnesses. Talk with a doctor or pharmacist about which of the following vaccines you need....
Telehealth: What Is It, How to Prepare, Is It Covered?
What Is Telehealth? Telehealth is a service that uses video calling and other technologies to help you see your doctor or other health care provider from home instead of at a medical facility. Telehealth may be particularly helpful for older adults with limited...
Advance Directives for Health Care
During an emergency or at the end of life, you may face questions about their medical treatment and not be able answer them. You may assume your loved ones know what you would want, but that’s not always true. In one study, people guessed nearly one out of three...
Next Steps After an Alzheimer’s Diagnosis
Receiving a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease can be challenging. You may not know what to expect or what to do next. The steps below can help you get started. Learn about Alzheimer’s disease Being informed will help you know what to expect as the disease progresses....
How Biomarkers Help Diagnose Dementia
Biomarkers are measurable indicators of what’s happening in the body. These can be found in blood, other body fluids, organs, and tissues. Some can even be measured digitally. Biomarkers can help doctors and researchers track healthy processes, diagnose diseases and...
Is it a Cold, the Flu, or COVID-19?
The common cold, flu, and COVID-19 all have similar symptoms. Knowing the signs of a cold, the flu, and COVID-19 can help keep you and your loved ones safe. These are common signs, but your symptoms may be more or less severe, or you may only have a few. If you feel...
Success Story: Stevie Nantz
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation, in partnership with Reliant Rehabilitation, is excited to share resident Stevie Nantz's Success Story! Stevie came to our community following a short hospital stay. Upon his admission, he needed significant assistance with his...
Frequently Asked Questions About Caregiving
Providing care for an older adult can be overwhelming, especially at the beginning. On this page, you will find answers to frequently asked questions about caregiving. Click on each of the expandable sections below to see the answer to each question and links to other...
Home Health & Hospice Month: Frequently Asked Questions About Hospice Care
Hospice care focuses on the care, comfort, and quality of life of a person with a serious illness that is approaching the end of life. It often includes emotional and spiritual support for both the patient and their loved ones. Still, deciding whether and when to...
Veteran’s Day 2024: A Message From Our CEO
Dear Residents and Care Team Members, As we recognize Veterans Day, I want to take a moment to honor and express our deepest gratitude to all of you who have served in the armed forces. Your dedication, bravery, and sacrifices have not only protected our freedoms but...
Who Needs a Flu Vaccine?
A number of flu vaccines will be available this season. These include: injectable flu vaccines, or flu shots. These include: Flu shots that are made with inactivated influenza viruses. One flu shot that is made without influenza viruses. A live attenuated...
Success Story: Daniel Sivolella (“Dan”)
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation, in partnership with Reliant Rehabilitation, is excited to share resident Dan Sivolella's Success Story! Mr. Daniel Sivolella (“Dan”) arrived at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on June 15, 2024, after an extended...
High Vulnerability to Impersonation Scams Among Older Adults
Older adults may be even more vulnerable to fraud and scams than previously thought, according to an NIA-funded study that mimicked a real-world government imposter scam. The results suggest that a sizable minority of older adults, including those without cognitive...
Healthful Diet Linked to Reduced Risk of Cognitive Decline
Dementia — a loss of thinking, remembering, and reasoning skills that affects everyday life — is a growing concern. It’s often preceded years in advance by memory and thinking problems, including cognitive decline and mild cognitive impairment. Interventions that...
Taking Medicines Safely as You Age
Medicines are intended to help us live longer and healthier, but taking medicines the wrong way or mixing certain drugs and supplements can be dangerous. Older adults often have multiple medical conditions and may take many medicines, which puts them at additional...
Depression and Older Adults
Feeling down every once in a while is a normal part of life, but if these feelings last a few weeks or months, you may have depression. Read this article to find common signs and symptoms of depression, treatment options, and if you or your loved one may be at risk...
Success Story: Sharon Bethel
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation, in partnership with Reliant Rehabilitation, is excited to share resident Sharon Bethel's Success Story! Sharon Bethel has been a resident at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation since May 2022. After undergoing left knee surgery...
Heart Health and Aging
HOW DOES THE HEART WORK? Your heart is a strong muscle that pumps blood to your body. A normal, healthy adult heart is about the size of your clenched fist. Just like an engine makes a car go, the heart keeps your body running. The heart has two sides, each with a top...
Success Story: Paul Uzzle
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation, in partnership with Reliant Rehabilitation, is excited to share resident Paul Uzzle's Success Story! Mr. Paul Uzzle was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on May 22, 2024, due to generalized weakness following a...
10 Common Misconceptions About Aging
Many people make assumptions about aging, what it is like to grow “old,” and how older age will affect them. But as we get older, it is important to understand the positive aspects of aging as well as its challenges. Research has shown that most individuals can help...
Hot Weather Safety for Older Adults
Too much heat is not safe for anyone. It is even riskier if you are older or have health problems. It is important to be cautious and get relief quickly when you are overheated. Otherwise, you might start to feel sick or risk a heat-related illness that could cause...
Success Story: Martha Abbott
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation, in partnership with Reliant Rehabilitation, is excited to share resident Martha Abbott's Success Story! Martha was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on April 25, 2024, after a fall at home resulted in fractured...
What Is Long-Term Care?
Long-term care involves a variety of services designed to meet a person’s health or personal care needs when they can no longer perform everyday activities on their own. This article provides an overview of long-term care planning, services, and costs, as well as...
Activities To Do with a Family Member or Friend Who Has Alzheimer’s Disease
It’s important to spend meaningful time with a family member or friend who has Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia. Participating together in activities your loved one enjoys can help improve their quality of life and manage behavior changes that may come with...
Cognitive Health and Older Adults
Cognitive health is the ability to think, learn, and remember clearly. It is needed to carry out many everyday activities effectively. Cognitive health is just one aspect of overall brain health. Many factors contribute to cognitive health. Genetic, environmental, and...
Memory, Forgetfulness, and Aging: What’s Normal and What’s Not?
Older adults may worry about their memory and other thinking abilities, such as taking longer to learn something new. These changes are usually signs of mild forgetfulness — or age-related forgetfulness — and are often a normal part of aging. However, more serious...
Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month 2024
In recognition of Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month in June, NIA is raising awareness about Alzheimer’s disease among the Latino community including Latinos living with dementia, their caregivers, and their families. Throughout the month we will share...
Preventing Falls at Home: Room by Room
Many falls happen at home, where we spend much of our time and tend to move around without thinking about our safety. There are many changes you can make to your home that will help prevent falls and better ensure your safety. On this page: Floors, stairways, and...
Healthy Aging Tips for the Older Adults in Your Life
If you have older family members or loved ones, you may worry about their health as they age. Aging increases the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, arthritis, cancer, and dementia. The good news is that adopting and maintaining a few key...
Healthy Meal Planning: Tips for Older Adults
Eating healthfully and having an active lifestyle can support healthy aging. Use the resources below to learn about different patterns of healthy eating and ways to create a nutritious meal plan. Older adults’ unique nutrition needs Simple adjustments can go a long...
National Nurses Week 2024: Deals, Discounts, Gifts & Freebies!
We are preparing for an amazing celebration of National Nurses Week this year! Many companies are showing their gratitude for nurses and healthcare workers by offering awesome deals and freebies during Nurses Week and throughout the year. Whether you are a healthcare...
Safety Tips for Exercising Outdoors for Older Adults
Staying safe when exercising outdoors for older adults You’ve made a plan to be more active, and you’re ready to go outside and get started. But before you do, make sure that you can exercise safely in your neighborhood. Here are a few tips that can help you...
Beware of Scams Targeting Older Adults
Older adults are often the target of scams. Scammers are savvy and convincing, and their scams are designed to catch people off guard. Don’t be ashamed if you think you or someone you know has been a victim of a scam — it can happen to anyone. Common scams aimed at...
Success Story: Dale Brown
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Dale Brown's Success Story! Dale entered Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation post-hospitalization, needing significant support with mobility and daily activities due to reduced muscle strength,...
Providing Care to a Diverse Older Adult Population
Your patients bring diverse backgrounds, customs, abilities, and experiences to their health care. Some differences are apparent, while others are not. Factors that contribute to diversity include: Geographic and cultural background Race and ethnicity Age Gender...
Success Story: Roger Lewis
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Roger Lewis' Success Story! Roger Lewis became a long-term care resident at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in June 2023 due to various medical complexities. Initially, Roger relied heavily on...
Participating in Activities You Enjoy As You Age
ere are many things you can do to help boost your health as you age, including making healthy food choices and not smoking. But did you know that participating in social and other activities you enjoy can also help support healthy aging? As you grow older,...
What Are Palliative Care and Hospice Care?
Many Americans die in facilities such as hospitals or nursing homes receiving care that is not consistent with their wishes. It’s important for older adults to plan ahead and let their caregivers, doctors, or family members know your end-of-life preferences in...
Welcome New Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Robert L. Russell, MD, MBA
We are thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Robert L. Russell, MD, MBA, to our team as our new Chief Medical Officer! Dr. Russell brings with him a wealth of experience and expertise in internal medicine and geriatric care, with a specific focus on post-acute...
Success Story: Mattie “Mae” Logsdon
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Mattie "Mae" Logsdon's Success Story! Mattie "Mae" Logsdon was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in December 2023 following a fall at home resulting in a fractured hip, which rendered...
How the Aging Brain Affects Thinking
The brain controls many aspects of thinking — remembering, planning and organizing, making decisions, and much more. These cognitive abilities affect how well we do everyday tasks and whether we can live independently. Some changes in thinking are common as...
Emergency Readiness for Older Adults and People with Disabilities
In recent years, the United States has experienced a number of significant natural disasters. Several of these events happened with little or no warning. One key lesson that we have learned from these unfortunate circumstances is to “be prepared,” a message that is...
Social Work Month: Tehya Robinson
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to highlight our outstanding Social Work team! Introducing Tehya Robinson! Name: Tehya Robinson Years of Experience: 4 years What has ‘empowered’ you to become a social worker?: What has empowered me to become a Social...
Risk and Protective Factors for Older Adults
A combination of individual, relational, community, and societal factors contribute to the risk of becoming a perpetrator of elder abuse. They are contributing factors and may or may not be direct causes. Understanding these factors can help identify various...
Productive Aging and Work
Aging is a process experienced by all workers throughout their life. Although there is no consensus on the age at which workers are considered “older workers,” the aging workforce phenomenon is real. For many older adults, work is increasingly an important avenue to...
Success Story: Gregory Lemons
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Gregory Lemons' Success Story! Gregory entered Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation requiring assistance with daily activities and transfers. The therapy team promptly implemented a comprehensive plan...
Learn About Alzheimer’s Disease & 8 ways to Lower Your Risk of Getting It
What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. Alzheimer’s disease involves parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. It begins with mild memory loss and can lead to losing the ability to carry on a...
The Mental Health of People with Disabilities
Adults with disabilities report experiencing frequent mental distress almost 5 times as often as adults without disabilities. Call your doctor if your mental health gets in the way of your daily activities for at least 14 days in a month. December...
Safer Food Choices for Adults 65 and Over
Help Prevent Food Poisoning Older adults have a higher risk of getting sick from food poisoning and having a more serious illness. To prevent food poisoning, some foods are safer choices than others. That’s because some foods—such as undercooked meat and eggs,...
Success Story: Exie Gilland
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Exie Gilland's Success Story! Exie Gilland's journey at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation began as a long-term care patient, facing challenges with mobility and self-care independence. With a...
Older Adult Drivers
In 2020, there were almost 48 million licensed drivers ages 65 and older in the United States. This is a 68% increase since 2000. Driving helps older adults stay mobile and independent. But the risk of being injured or killed in a traffic crash increases as people...
Adding Physical Activity as an Older Adult
Adults 65 and older need a mix of aerobic, muscle-strengthening, and balance activities each week to keep their bodies strong. Regular physical activity can help you live independently, have a better quality of life, and prevent or manage chronic disease....
Maintaining a Care Plan for Older Adults
Developing and maintaining a care plan will help you balance both your life and that of the person to whom you are providing care! Are you a caregiver for an older adult with dementia or another chronic health condition? If so, do they have a care plan? Having a care...
Seniors in Care Facilities Have More Protection Available This Year: CDC Encourages Vaccination Against Flu, COVID-19, and RSV
New research in this week’s MMWR finds that most nursing home residents haven’t received an updated COVID-19 vaccine or the new RSV vaccine. This year, for the first time, vaccines are available to protect older adults in the United States against...
Success Story: Emma Walker
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Emma Walker's Success Story! Ms. Emma Walker was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on November 16, 2023, as a long-Term Care resident following a hospital stay for multiple medical...
Recognizing Symptoms of Dementia and Seeking Help
As we age, our brains change, but Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are not an inevitable part of aging. In fact, up to 40% of dementia cases may be prevented or delayed. It helps to understand what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to brain health. Normal...
Success Story: Dorothy Gwitt
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Dorothy Gwitt's Success Story! Ms. Dorothy Gwitt has been with Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation since June of this year. She was admitted to our community due to a right hip fracture. She worked...
Prevention Strategies for Seasonal Influenza in Healthcare Settings
Influenza is primarily a community-based infection that is transmitted in households and community settings. Each year, 5% to 20% of U.S. residents acquire an influenza virus infection, and many will seek medical care in ambulatory healthcare settings (e.g.,...
People at Higher Risk for Flu Complications
Getting an annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from flu. If you are at higher risk of developing serious flu complications, flu vaccination is especially important. When you get vaccinated, you reduce your risk of getting sick...
Take Steps to Help You Stay Healthy During the Holidays
What to know about respiratory viruses during the holidays Many different viruses spread more during fall and winter, including those that cause flu, COVID-19, and RSV illness. Large gatherings, crowded travel, and more time indoors can mean more viruses spreading...
Success Story: Diana Grayson
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Diana Grayson's Success Story! Mrs. Diana Grayson “Tiny” lived at home with her husband before a fall that left her with a broken left hip and left shoulder. Tiny was admitted to Greenville Nursing and...
Misconceptions about Seasonal Flu and Flu Vaccines
MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT FLU VACCINES Can a flu vaccine give you flu? No, flu vaccines cannot cause flu illness. Flu vaccines given with a needle (i.e., flu shots) are made with either inactivated (killed) viruses, or with only a single protein from the flu...
Older Adults and Vision Health – Vision Loss: A Public Health Problem
1. Does vision loss affect a lot of people? Yes. More than 3.4 million Americans aged 40 years and older are blind (having a visual acuity of 20/200 or less or a visual field on 20 degrees or less) or visually impaired (having a visual acuity of 20/40 or less). Other...
Be a Safe Resident
Patients and residents of nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other long-term care facilities should be aware of the risks of developing infections due to comorbidities and associated disease processes. CRE Infection (Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales)...
Success Story: Charlotte Dockery
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to shine the spotlight on resident Charlotte Dockery's Success Story! Ms. Charlotte Dockery was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation for short-term rehabilitation after a recent hospitalization. She...
Transportation Safety: Older Adult Drivers
In 2020, there were almost 48 million licensed drivers ages 65 and older in the United States. This is a 68% increase since 2000.1 Driving helps older adults stay mobile and independent. But the risk of being injured or killed in a traffic crash increases as people...
RSV in Older Adults and Adults with Chronic Medical Conditions
RSV infections can be dangerous for certain adults. Each year, it is estimated that between 60,000-160,000 older adults in the United States are hospitalized and 6,000-10,000 die due to RSV infection. Adults at highest risk for severe RSV infection include: Older...
Success Story: Belinda Rose
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Belinda Rose's Success Story! Ms. Belinda Rose is one of Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation's long-term care residents who admitted in February 2017. She has received skilled physical and...
Older Adults and Extreme Cold
Older adults are more sensitive to cold (and heat) than younger adults. Body temperature below 95°F, or hypothermia, increases their risk of heart disease and kidney or liver damage, especially if they have a history of low body temperature or have had hypothermia in...
Older Adults and Social Isolation
Loneliness and social isolation in older adults are serious public health risks affecting a significant number of people in the United States and putting them at risk for dementia and other serious medical conditions. A report from the National Academies of...
Supporting Caregivers for Older Adults
An Emerging Public Health Issue Millions of older adults and people with disabilities could not maintain their independence without the help of unpaid caregivers. This care would cost nearly $470 billion a year if purchased. That’s one of the reasons that caregiving...
Are You Socially Engaged?
Keeping Engaged Socially is good for your health! We are not talking about your marital status. We mean, do you participate in activities that connect you with other people? As people get older, their social lives oftentimes slow down for a variety of reasons. When it...
Get Ready for Flu Season
Updates to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Flu Vaccine Recommendations for the 2023-2024 season A couple of things are different for the 2023-2024 influenza (flu) season: The composition of flu vaccines has been updated. Flu vaccines for the...
Healthy Body, Healthier Brain
Brain health and physical health are both important, especially as we age. A recent CDC study found that people with one or more chronic health conditions were more likely to report worsening or more frequent memory problems, also called subjective cognitive...
Recognizing Symptoms of Dementia and Seeking Help
As we age, our brains change, but Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias are not an inevitable part of aging. In fact, up to 40% of dementia cases may be prevented or delayed. It helps to understand what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to brain health. Normal...
Older Adult Fall Prevention
Facts About Falls Each year, millions of older people—those 65 and older—fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, 1 but less than half tell their doctor.2 Falling once doubles your chances of falling again.3 Falls Are...
Success Story: Mr. Cottongim
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to shine the spotlight on Mr. Cottongim's Success Story! After a hospital stay, Mr. Cottongim was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in July of this year. Upon admission, he was weak and required...
Oral Health for Older Adults
Facts About Older Adult Oral Health By 2060, according to the US Census, the number of US adults aged 65 years or older is expected to reach 98 million, 24% of the overall population.1 Older Americans with the poorest oral health tend to be those who are...
Success Story: Beatrice Shultz
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Beatrice Shultz's Success Story! Ms. Beatrice Shultz, a long-term Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation resident, was referred to therapy to address UE weakness and improve functional mobility to...
Healthy People 2030, Dementias Including Alzheimer’s
By 2060, almost a quarter of the U.S. population will be age 65 or older. Healthy People 2030 focuses on reducing health problems and improving quality of life for older adults. Older adults are at higher risk for chronic health problems like diabetes, osteoporosis,...
Dance Your Way to Better Brain Health!
JOIN A DANCE CLASS TO EXERCISE YOUR BRAIN AND BODY. Exercise is not only good for your body, it’s good for your brain! Sticking to a regular workout plan can be tough, but including activity in your routine doesn’t need to be boring. Scientists have found that the...
National Healthy Brain Initiative
The Healthy Brain Initiative improves understanding of brain health as a central part of public health practice. The initiative creates and supports partnerships, collects and reports data, increases awareness of brain health, supports populations with a high burden...
Success Story: Phyllis Allen
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to shine the spotlight on resident Phyllis Allen's Success Story! Ms. Phyllis Allen was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on May 31st of this year after a recent stay in the hospital with encephalopathy....
Success Story: Bobby Gregory
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Bobby Gregory's Success Story! Mr. Bobby Gregory was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on July 1st, 2022, due to his decline in functional endurance, decreased muscle strength,...
Mental Health and Aging
Mental health is important at every stage of life and it includes emotional, psychological, and social well-being. As people age, they may experience certain life changes that impact their mental health, such as coping with a serious illness or losing a loved...
Social Determinants of Health and Alzheimer’s Disease in Older Adults
The conditions in places where people are born, live, learn, work, and play are known as social determinants of health (SDOH). These conditions can have a profound effect on a person’s health, including their risk for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias....
Success Story: Robin Slaton
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to shine the spotlight on resident Robin Slaton's Success Story! Ms. Robin Slaton was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in March after an extensive hospital stay in critical condition. When Robin was...
Caregiving for a Person with Alzheimer’s Disease or a Related Dementia
What is Alzheimer’s Disease? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of a group of brain diseases called dementias. Alzheimer’s disease accounts for 60% to 80% of dementia cases. Other forms of dementia include vascular dementia, mixed dementia, dementia with Lewy...
Success Story: Reathel Carter
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Reathel Carter's Success Story! Ms. Reathel Carter was re-admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation from home on January 13th, 2023 where she decided to stay in long-term care. Upon admission,...
Older Adults and Extreme Heat
People aged 65 or older are more prone to heat-related health concerns. Older adults can’t adjust to sudden temperature changes as fast as younger people. This may happen because of certain medicines they take or chronic illnesses that affect their ability to...
National Healthcare Recruiter Recognition Day: Meet the Team
Happy National Healthcare Recruiter Recognition Day to our AMAZING Talent Acquisition team! These individuals go above and beyond for our communities every single day. Learn more about the team: Laurel Lingle Vice President of Talent Acquisition "Being in Senior Care...
Barriers to Equity in Alzheimer’s and Dementia Care
People of color face discrimination when seeking health care for Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Findings from two national surveys conducted by the Alzheimer’s Association show that Black Americans reported the highest level of discrimination in dementia...
Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
WHAT IS ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE? Alzheimer’s disease is the most common type of dementia. It is a progressive disease beginning with mild memory loss and possibly leading to loss of the ability to carry on a conversation and respond to the environment. Alzheimer’s...
Emergency Preparedness for Older Adults
Follow these easy steps to make sure you’re protected. Natural disasters, such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and blizzards, may force you to evacuate your home or shelter-in-place at short notice. It is important to know what to do in case of an emergency well before...
National Nurses Week: The History of Florence Nightingale
During National Nurses Week, take time to celebrate the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale! Her endeavors to improve the aspect of healthcare has greatly shaped the quality of care by nurses in the 19th and 20th centuries. Currently, there are...
Caring for Yourself When Caring for Another
You are a caregiver if you care for someone who needs help. Caregiving can be hard on you despite the great sense of reward you may feel. To continue being a good caregiver, you need to take care of yourself. One way you can do that is to make sure you have consistent...
Nurses Week 2023: Discounts and Freebies All Month Long!
We are preparing for an amazing celebration of National Nurses Week this year! Many companies are showing their gratitude for nurses and healthcare workers by offering awesome deals and freebies during Nurses Week and throughout the year. Whether you are a healthcare...
Success Story: Randy Markham
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to highlight resident Randy Markham's Success Story! Mr. Randy Markham has been a long-term Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation resident since May 2021. He has a great sense of humor and enjoys participating in...
Implementation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Use in Nursing Homes to Prevent Spread of Multidrug-resistant Organisms (MDROs)
Background Residents in nursing homes are at increased risk of becoming colonized and developing infection with MDROs [2]. As described further in Consideration for the Use of Enhanced Barrier Precautions in Skilled Nursing Facilities [PDF – 9 pages], more...
Success Story: Lois Woodall
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Lois Woodall's Success Story! Ms. Lois Woodall was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation after a left-toe amputation. Upon admission, Ms. Woodall was unable to bare full weight on her left...
Older Adult Fall Prevention
Each year, millions of older people—those 65 and older—fall. In fact, more than one out of four older people falls each year, 1 but less than half tell their doctor. 2 Falling once doubles your chances of falling again. Falls Are Serious and...
Transportation Safety for Older Adult Drivers
In 2020, there were almost 48 million licensed drivers ages 65 and older in the United States. This is a 68% increase since 2000. Driving helps older adults stay mobile and independent. But the risk of being injured or killed in a traffic crash increases as people...
Patient Safety: What You Can Do to Be a Safe Patient
You go to the hospital to get well, right? Of course, but did you know that you can get infections in the hospital while you are being treated for something else? Time in the hospital can put you at risk for a healthcare-associated infection (HAI), such as a blood,...
Success Story: Gwendolyn Johnson
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Gwendolyn Johnson's Success Story! Ms. Gwendolyn Johnson was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation after a knee replacement which decreased her ability to complete transfers, walk and...
Dementia Risk Reduction in Older Adults
Dementia: Not an Inevitable Part of Aging A recent survey revealed that nearly half of adults aged 40 years and older think they will likely develop dementia, such as Alzheimer’s disease.1 The truth is dementia is not a normal or inevitable part of typical...
Success Story: Belinda Rose
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Belinda Rose's Success Story! Ms. Belinda Rose has been a long-term Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation resident since February 2021. She is a very active and social lady who loves participating in...
Types of Influenza Viruses
There are four types of influenza viruses: A, B, C, and D. Influenza A and B viruses cause seasonal epidemics of disease in people (known as flu season) almost every winter in the United States. Influenza A viruses are the only influenza viruses known to cause flu...
Who Needs a Flu Vaccine?
Who should get a flu vaccine this season? Everyone 6 months and older should get a flu vaccine every season with rare exceptions. Vaccination is particularly important for people who are at higher risk of serious complications from influenza. A full listing...
Diagnosing Flu – Questions and Answers
How do I know if I have the flu? Your respiratory illness might be influenza (flu) if you have fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and/or fatigue. Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in...
Success Story: Mabel Weddington
Greenville Nursing & rehabilitation is excited to share resident Mabel Weddington's Success Story! Ms. Mabel Weddington was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in May 2020 as a long-term care resident. She is a 99 year old who required full care and...
Prevention Strategies for Seasonal Influenza in Healthcare Settings
Influenza is primarily a community-based infection that is transmitted in households and community settings. Each year, 5% to 20% of U.S. residents acquire an influenza virus infection, and many will seek medical care in ambulatory healthcare settings (e.g.,...
Caring for Someone Sick
Steps to take if you get flu If you get very sick, are pregnant, or are 65 years or older, or are otherwise at high risk of flu-related complications, call your doctor. You might need antiviral drugs to treat flu. Stay at home and rest. Avoid close contact with...
What You Should Know About Flu Antiviral Drugs
Can flu be treated? Yes. There are prescription medications called “antiviral drugs” that can be used to treat flu illness. CDC recommends prompt treatment for people who have flu or suspected flu and who are at higher risk of serious flu complications, such as people...
How Influenza Spreads
PERSON TO PERSON People with flu can spread it to others. Most experts think that flu viruses spread mainly by droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze, or talk. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby (usually within about 6...
People at Higher Risk of Flu Complications
Getting an annual flu vaccine is the best way to protect yourself and your loved ones from flu. If you are at higher risk of developing serious flu complications, flu vaccination is especially important. When you get vaccinated, you reduce your risk of getting sick...
Success Story: Jerry Rose
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to shine the spotlight on resident Jerry Rose's Success Story! Ms. Jerry Rose was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in September of 2019 for long-term care. She is a very caring, spiritual woman who...
Misconceptions about Seasonal Flu and Flu Vaccines
Misconceptions about Flu Vaccines Can a flu vaccine give you flu? No, flu vaccines cannot cause flu illness. Flu vaccines given with a needle (i.e., flu shots) are made with either inactivated (killed) viruses, or with only a single protein from the flu...
Success Story: Frank Huddleston
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Frank Huddleston's Success Story! Frank was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation from home after being diagnosed with Pneumonia. He needed short-term rehabilitation to regain his strength...
Flu: What to do if You Get Sick
WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I GET SICK? Most people with flu have mild illness and do not need medical care or antiviral drugs. If you get sick with flu symptoms, in most cases, you should stay home and avoid contact with other people except to get medical care. If, however,...
Success Story: Elnora Sherrod
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is proud to shine the spotlight on resident Elnora Sherrod's Success Story! Ms. Elnora Sherrod is a long-term resident at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation. She was diagnosed with COVID-19 in August of this year and...
CDC Director Adopts Preference for Specific Flu Vaccine for Seniors
CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., adopted the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation to preferentially recommend the use of specific flu vaccines for adults 65 years and older, including higher dose and adjuvanted flu...
Flu Symptoms and Complications
Flu Symptoms Influenza (flu) can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. Flu symptoms usually come on suddenly. People who have flu often feel some or all of these symptoms: fever* or feeling feverish/chills cough sore throat runny or stuffy nose...
Flu and People 65 Years and Older
People 65 years and older are at higher risk of developing serious flu complications compared with young, healthy adults. This increased risk is due in part to changes in immune defenses with increasing age. While flu seasons vary in severity, during most...
Similarities and Differences between Flu and COVID-19
What is the difference between Influenza (Flu) and COVID-19? Influenza (flu) and COVID-19 are both contagious respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses. COVID-19 is caused by infection with a coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) first identified in 2019. Flu...
CDC Reports Early Increases in Seasonal Flu Activity
CDC’s first full FluView report of the 2022-2023 flu season shows that while flu activity is relatively low overall, there are early increases happening in most of the country. Flu activity is highest and increasing the most in the southeast and...
Flu Season
What’s New for 2022-2023 A few things are different for the 2022-2023 influenza (flu) season, including: The composition of flu vaccines has been updated.For the 2022-2023 flu season, there are three flu vaccines that are preferentially recommended for...
COVID-19 Testing: Types of Tests
Viral tests look for a current infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, by testing specimens from your nose or mouth. There are two main types of viral tests: nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs) and antigen tests. In certain circumstances,...
What to Expect at Your Appointment to Get Vaccinated for COVID-19
Everyone 6 Months and Older Should Get a COVID-19 Vaccine COVID-19 vaccination has many benefits and is an important tool to help protect you from severe illness, hospitalization, and death. Even if you or your child have had COVID-19, you should still get...
Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis with Evusheld
What You Need To Know In addition to following the recommended COVID-19 vaccination schedule, tixagevimab/cilgavimab (Evusheld), a combination of two monoclonal antibodies, should be administered to people who are moderately or severely immunocompromised every 6...
Ending COVID-19 Isolation
Updated guidance reflects new recommendations for isolation and precautions for people with COVID-19.Removed Assessment for Duration of Isolation and Key Findings From Transmission Literature sections so page provides most current information. Key Points People who...
Success Story: Clara Quisinberry
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is so excited to share resident Clara Quisinberry's Success Story! Ms. Quisinberry admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on June 23rd due to an infection after a recent back surgery. Upon admission, Clara was unable to...
CDC Recommends the First Updated COVID-19 Booster
Effective September 1st, 2022, CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendations for use of updated COVID-19 boosters from Pfizer-BioNTech for people ages 12 years and older and from...
Novavax COVID-19, Adjuvanted Vaccine: Overview and Safety
GENERAL INFORMATION Manufacturer: Novavax, Inc. Number of Shots: 2 doses in the primary series, given 3–8 weeks apart. People who are moderately or severely immunocompromised should also receive 2 doses, given 3 weeks apart (a 3rd primary dose is not...
Understanding Exposure Risks
Learning about how COVID-19 spreads and the factors that can increase or decrease that risk can help you make informed choices. The questions below are written in past tense to help you assess the likelihood that you were infected when you were around a person with...
Selected Adverse Events Reported after COVID-19 Vaccination
What You Need to Know COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective and severe reactions after vaccination are rare.CDC recommends COVID-19 vaccines for everyone ages 6 months and older, and boosters for everyone 5 years and older, if eligible.Millions of...
Success Story: Don Harper
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Don Harper's Success Story! Don Harper was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on April 28th, 2022 after a fall left him with a fracture on his right leg with severe muscle weakness. When...
Understanding Protein Subunit COVID-19 Vaccines
The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine is a protein subunit COVID-19 vaccine that is authorized for use in the United States under Emergency Use Authorization. Learn more about Novavax COVID-19 vaccine, including who can get it, doses, and ingredients. How Protein Subunit...
Success Story: Dorothy DeArmond
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is proud to recognize resident Dorothy DeArmond's Success Story! Mrs. DeArmond admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on May 20, 2022 with a complaint of generalized weakness after a recent hospital stay. She...
COVID-19 After Vaccination: Possible Breakthrough Infection
COVID-19 vaccines help protect against severe illness, hospitalization and death. COVID-19 vaccines also help protect against infection. People who are vaccinated may still get COVID-19. When people who have been vaccinated get COVID-19, they are much less likely to...
Visiting Older Adults in Residential Communities
Residential communities for older adults may combine nursing, assisted living, and independent living lifestyles. Each community may face different risks and decide to put in place less restrictive or more restrictive protocols. To help protect friends and family...
From the Desk of the CEO: Celebrating National Nursing Assistants Week
“I entered skilled nursing as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). During this role, I developed love and compassion for the elderly. It gave me an opportunity to learn who each of these people were, hear their stories, and listen to the words of wisdom they often...
Understanding mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines
The Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines are messenger RNA vaccines, also called mRNA vaccines. Learn more about Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, including who can get them, doses, and ingredients. How mRNA COVID-19 Vaccines...
COVID-19 Vaccines are Free to the Public
What You Need to Know COVID-19 vaccines are available for everyone ages 5 years and older at no cost.Vaccines were paid for with taxpayer dollars and will be given free of charge to all people living in the United States, regardless of insurance or immigration...
Success Story: Penny Anderson
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Penny Anderson's Success Story! Ms. Penny Anderson was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation after a fracture of her left leg, which left her unable to return home. Upon admission, she was...
Telehealth and Telemedicine during COVID-19
KEY POINTS In 2020, countries reported on average, about half of essential health services were disrupted -WHO “pulse survey“external iconPursue telehealth as an alternative to face-to-face healthcare services, commonly used pre-pandemic, to:Reduce unnecessary...
COVID-19 Vaccine Access in Long-Term Care Settings
The federal government is committed to ensuring that residents and staff in long-term care (LTC) settings, such as nursing homes, assisted living, residential care communities, group homes and senior housing, have access to COVID-19 vaccines to receive primary series...
National Nurses Week: The History of Florence Nightingale
During National Nurses Week, take time to celebrate the founder of modern nursing, Florence Nightingale! Her endeavors to improve the aspect of healthcare has greatly shaped the quality of care by nurses in the 19th and 20th centuries. Currently, there are...
National Nurses Week 2022: Month Long Discounts and Freebies
We are preparing for an amazing celebration of National Nurses Week this year! Many companies are showing their gratitude for nurses and healthcare workers by offering awesome deals and freebies during Nurses Week and throughout the year. Whether you are a healthcare...
Long COVID or Post-COVID Conditions
Some people who have been infected with the virus that causes COVID-19 can experience long-term effects from their infection, known as post-COVID conditions (PCC) or long COVID. People call post-COVID conditions by many names, including: long COVID, long-haul COVID,...
Success Story: Sandra Guy
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is proud to shine the spotlight on resident Sandra Guy's Success Story! Mrs. Sandra Guy was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation after a fracture to her right leg, which left her unable to return home. Upon admission,...
COVID-19 Treatments and Medications
For people who are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19 infection, medications are available that can reduce your chances of severe illness and death. Other medications can help reduce symptoms and help you manage your illness. Here’s...
How CDC Determines the Level for COVID-19 Travel Health Notices
CDC uses Travel Health Notices (THNs) to alert travelers and other audiences to health threats around the world and advise on how to protect themselves. On April 18, 2022, CDC updated its COVID-19 THN system. Level 4 will no longer be based on COVID-19...
Testing Strategies for COVID-19
Diagnostic Testing Diagnostic testing is intended to identify current infection in individuals and should be performed on anyone that has signs and symptoms consistent with COVID-19 and/or following recent known or suspected exposure to SARS-CoV-2. Examples of...
COVID-19 Orders, Laws, and Regulations
To help prevent the spread of COVID-19 and help our country cope during the pandemic, CDC has occasionally issued legally binding orders and regulations. Face Masks Required on Public Transportation and at Transportation Hubs People must wear face masks in indoor...
Success Story: Exie Gilland
Greenville Nursing & Rehabilitation is thrilled to shine the spotlight on resident Exie Gilland's Success Story! Ms. Exie Gilland was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation after a recent hospitalization left her too weak to return home alone. Upon...
CDC Expands Eligibility for COVID-19 Booster Shots
On October 21, 2021, CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation for a booster shot of COVID-19 vaccine in certain populations. The FDA’s authorization and CDC’s recommendation...
Post-COVID Conditions
Although most people with COVID-19 get better within weeks of illness, some people experience post-COVID conditions. Post-COVID conditions are a wide range of new, returning, or ongoing health problems people can experience four or more weeks after first being...
FAQs about Medical Consent and Booster Doses for Long-term Care Residents
A resource for Providers Participating in the CDC COVID-19 Vaccination Program, Long-term Care Residents & Their Families In response to inquiries about medical consent surrounding the administration of a booster shot of Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to...
Your COVID-19 Vaccination
COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective.Everyone 5 years and older is now eligible to get a free COVID-19 vaccination.Learn about different vaccines available.Search vaccines.gov, text your zip code to 438829, or call 1-800-232-0233 to find COVID-19 vaccine locations...
Success Story: Betty Adams
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is proud to recognize resident Betty Adams's Success Story! Betty Adams was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center after a right hip fracture. During her stay, Occupational and Physical Therapy started to...
Families and COVID-19
As more people are getting vaccinated and resuming activities they did before the pandemic, parents and caregivers are making hard decisions on how to protect their families. Not everyone is able to get vaccinated, so you may be confused about how to keep your family...
Success Story: Aline Cartwright
Greenville Nursing & Rehab is excited to share resident Aline Cartwright's Success Story! Aline Cartwright was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on November 24, 2021 under the care of Dr. Mahesh Moolani. During the course of her stay, Speech...
COVID-19 & People with Certain Medical Conditions
If you test positive for COVID-19 and have one or more health conditions that increase your risk of becoming very sick, treatment may be available. Contact a health professional right away after a positive test to determine if you may be eligible, even...
Success Story: Jerry Rose
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is proud to recognize Jerry Rose's Success Story. Jerry Rose admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on September 16, 2019, under the care of Dr. Mahesh Moolani. During her course of the stay, Occupational...
COVID-19 Antigen Testing in Long-Term Care Facilities
Summary of Changes Guidance streamlinedAdded links to guidance on testing for determining length of work restriction for healthcare personnel with SARS-CoV-2 infection or exposure to SARS-CoV-2 and for mitigating staff shortages in healthcare...
Handwashing
Wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. Use the cleanest water possible, for example, from an improved source. *If soap and water are not available use an alcohol-based hand rub that contains at least 60% alcohol. Handwashing Solution Make a...
Self-Testing
What You Need to Know Testing is critically important to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.COVID-19 self-tests can be taken at home or anywhere, are easy to use, and produce rapid results.Self-tests (also referred to as at-home tests or over-the-counter (OTC) tests)...
Preparing for Your COVID-19 Vaccine
COVID-19 vaccines are effective at protecting you from getting sick even if you have had COVID-19. Vaccination is an important tool to help us get back to normal. This information will help you prepare for your COVID-19 vaccination. Learn more about the different...
Success Story: Bonnie Lyon
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is proud to recognize resident Bonnie Lyon's Success Story! Ms. Lyon was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation last month due to a right fractured hip. Bonnie participated in our Physical and Occupational therapy to...
Staying Up to Date with Your Vaccinations
COVID-19 Vaccines COVID-19 vaccines available in the United States are effective at protecting people from getting seriously ill, getting hospitalized, and even dying. As with vaccines for other diseases, people who are up to date are optimally protected. CDC...
Success Story: Glenda Cox
Glenda Cox admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in October of 2021. During the course of her stay, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy were initiated to efficiently and effectively identify Glenda's unique needs and tailor specialized treatment...
Contact Tracing
Contact tracing is key to slowing the spread of COVID-19 and helps protect you, your family, and your community. Contact Tracing Slows The Spread Of COVID-19 Contact tracing helps protect you, your family, and your community by: Helping people diagnosed with COVID-19...
Clinical Care Quick Reference for COVID-19
This quick reference highlights key COVID-19 Clinical Care information for healthcare providers and provides selected links to full guidance and research for easier CDC web navigation. Caring for Patients Signs and symptoms of COVID-19 can include fever, chills,...
Potential Rapid Increase of Omicron Variant Infections in the United States
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified the potential for a rapid increase in infections of the new variant of SARS-CoV-2, the Omicron variant, in the United States. Plausible scenarios include steep epidemic trajectories that would require...
Domestic Travel During COVID-19
What You Need to Know Delay travel until you are fully vaccinated.Check your destination’s COVID-19 situation before traveling. State, local, and territorial governments may have travel restrictions in place.Wearing a mask over your nose and mouth is required in...
COVID-19 Vaccines for Older Adults
The risk of severe illness from COVID-19 increases with age. Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is an important step in helping to prevent getting sick from COVID-19. Tips on How to Get a COVID-19 Vaccine Contact your state or local health department for more information.Ask...
Omicron Variant: What You Need to Know
Emergence of Omicron On November 24th, 2021, a new variant of SARS-CoV-2, B.1.1.529, was reported to the World Health Organization (WHO). This new variant was first detected in specimens collected on November 11, 2021, in Botswana and on November 14, 2021 in...
Success Story: Delma Payton
Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is pleased to recognize resident Delma Payton's Success Story! Delma came to Greenville Nursing and Rehab in July with mobility limitations, which left her unable to stand, unable to reposition in bed, and unable to independently...
Improving Ventilation in Your Home
Staying home with only members of your household is the best way to keep SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) particles out of your home. However, if a visitor needs to be in your home, improving ventilation (airflow) can help prevent virus particles from...
Success Story: Phillip Buchanan
Greenville Nursing & Rehabilitation is proud to recognize resident Phillip Buchanan's Success Story! Anyone who visits our community is no stranger to Phillip Buchanan. He is often the first one in the lobby each day to greet visitors and our many Care Team...
Interim Infection Prevention and Control Recommends to Prevent SARS-CoV-2 Spread in Nursing Homes
Summary of Recent Changes Updated outbreak response guidance to promote use of contact tracing approach. Alternative broad-based approaches to outbreak response at a facility-wide or unit level are also described.Updated expanded screening testing recommendations for...
Possibility of COVID-19 Illness After Vaccination
COVID-19 vaccines are effective at preventing infection, serious illness, and death. Most people who get COVID-19 are unvaccinated. However, since vaccines are not 100% effective at preventing infection, some people who are fully vaccinated will still get COVID-19. An...
Families with Vaccinated and Unvaccinated Members
What You Need To Know If you've been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, you've taken the first step toward protecting yourself and your family and returning to many of the activities you did before the pandemic.To maximize protection from the Delta variant of the...
How to Select, Wear, and Clean Your Mask
Your Guide to Masks Everyone 2 years of age or older who is not fully vaccinated should wear a mask in indoor public places.In general, you do not need to wear a mask in outdoor settings.In areas with high numbers of COVID-19 cases, consider wearing a mask in crowded...
CDC Expands Eligibility for COVID-19 Booster Shots
On October 21, 2021, CDC Director Rochelle P. Walensky, M.D., M.P.H., endorsed the CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices’ (ACIP) recommendation for a booster shot of COVID-19 vaccine in certain populations. The FDA’s authorization and CDC’s recommendation...
Who is Eligible for a COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shot?
What You Need To Know COVID-19 Vaccine booster shots are available for the following Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine recipients who completed their initial series at least 6 months ago are: 65 years and olderAge 18+ who live in long-term care settingsAge 18+ who have...
How Long-Term Care Facilities Can Help Monitor COVID-19 Vaccine Safety
What Long-Term Care Facility Administrators Should Know Staff and residents of nursing homes and assisted living facilities are among the first groups to receive COVID-19 vaccines in the United States. As an administrator, your and your staff’s participation in...
Success Story: Vickki Johnson
Greenville Nursing & Rehabilitation is proud to recognize Vickki Johnson's Success Story. Vickki has been a resident since April 2021. She transferred from a facility in Owensboro, looking for an atmosphere that was less institutional and more personal. That's...
COVID-19 County Check Tool: Understanding Community Transmission Levels in Your County
COVID-19 spreads easily between people. CDC tracks how much COVID-19 is spreading as well as likely people are to be exposed to it with a measurement known as the “level of community transmission”. You can use the COVID-19 County Check Tool for a snapshot of your...
Comparative Effectiveness of Moderna, Pfizer, and Janssen Vaccines in Preventing COVID-19 Hospitalizations
What We Know Two 2-dose mRNA COVID-19 vaccines (from Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna) and a 1-dose viral vector vaccine (from Janssen [Johnson & Johnson]) are currently used in the United states. Pfizer-BioNTechModernaJohnson &Johnson’s Janssen What is New Among...
Success Story: Brenda Clark
Brenda Clark came to us in June after experiencing a cerebrovascular accident (referred to commonly as a CVA or “stroke”) which left her weakened and unable to complete her daily activities independently. The stroke also effected her ability to communicate for a...
I’ve Already Had COVID-19. Do I Need the Vaccine?
You should get a COVID-19 vaccine, even if you have already had COVID-19. Research has not yet shown how long you are protected from getting COVID-19 again after you recover from COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccinations also help protect you even if you’ve already had the...
Find COVID-19 Vaccine Near You
Find a COVID-19 Vaccine: Search vaccines.gov, text your ZIP code to 438829, or call 1-800-232-0233 to find locations near you in the U.S. There are several ways you can look for vaccination providers near you in the United States. ...
COVID-19 Viral Testing Tool
The COVID-19 Viral Testing Tool is an interactive web tool designed to help both healthcare providers and individuals understand COVID-19 testing options. This tool helps healthcare providers quickly access the most relevant, actionable information to determine what...
Myths and Facts About COVID Vaccines
Now that there are authorized and recommended COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, accurate vaccine information is critical and can help stop common myths and rumors. Read about some common myths...
COVID-19 Travel Planner
The COVID-19 Travel Planner is a centralized communication platform that travelers can search to find COVID-19 information for the state, local, territorial, and tribal communities they’re passing through and for their destinations. This information will...
How Did COVID-19 Get It’s Name?
On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease: coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated COVID-19. ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. The virus that causes COVID-19, SARS-CoV-2, is a...
How COVID-19 Spreads
COVID-19 spreads when an infected person breathes out droplets and very small particles that contain the virus. These droplets and particles can be breathed in by other people or land on their eyes, noses, or mouth. In some circumstances, they may contaminate surfaces...
Coronavirus Self-Checker
The Coronavirus Self-Checker is an interactive clinical assessment tool that will assist individuals ages 13 and older, and parents and caregivers of children ages 2 to 12 on deciding when to seek testing or medical care if they suspect they or someone they know has...
Fully Vaccinated? What You Should Keep Doing:
For now, if you’ve been fully vaccinated: You will still need to follow guidance at your workplace and local businesses. If you travel, you should still take steps to protect yourself and others. Masks are required on planes, buses, trains,...
I’ve Had COVID-19, Should I Be Vaccinated?
Yes, you should be vaccinated regardless of whether you already had COVID-19. That’s because experts do not yet know how long you are protected from getting sick again after recovering from COVID-19. Even if you have already recovered from COVID-19, it is...
What We Know About COVID-19 Vaccines
COVID-19 vaccines teach our immune systems how to recognize and fight the virus that causes COVID-19. It typically takes 2 weeks after vaccination for the body to build protection (immunity) against the virus that causes COVID-19. That means it is possible a person...
How COVID-19 Spreads
COVID-19 spreads when an infected person breathes out droplets and very small particles that contain the virus. These droplets and particles can be breathed in by other people or land on their eyes, noses, or mouth. In some circumstances, they may contaminate surfaces...
Choosing Safer Activities
If you are fully vaccinated, you can start doing many things that you had stopped doing because of the pandemic. When choosing safer activities, consider how COVID-19 is spreading in your community, the number of people participating in...
Have You Been Fully Vaccinated?
In general, people are considered fully vaccinated: ± 2 weeks after their second dose in a 2-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson & Johnson’s Janssen vaccine If you don’t...
How Do I Find a COVID-19 Vaccine?
Find COVID-19 vaccine near you There are several ways you can look for vaccination providers near you. Visit Vaccines.gov to find vaccination providers near you. In some states, information may be limited while more vaccination providers and...
Myths and Facts about COVID-19 Vaccines
Now that there are authorized and recommended COVID-19 vaccines in the United States, accurate vaccine information is critical and can help stop common myths and rumors. Read about some common myths...
What are the most common side effects after getting a covid-19 vaccine?
After getting vaccinated, you might have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. Common side effects are pain, redness, and swelling in the arm where you received the shot, as well as tiredness, headache, muscle pain, chills,...
COVID Vaccine Safety
Safety is a top priority while federal partners work to make COVID-19 vaccines available to anyone recommended to get one. Safety is considered before any vaccine is recommended for use. Learn more about how CDC and its partners are ensuring the safety of COVID-19...
Success Story, Greenville Nursing & Rehabilitation: Anthony Scott
Greenville Nursing & Rehab was not just excited to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, we were also excited to celebrate Anthony Scott, aka “Tony” discharging to home. Tony was welcomed to our community in February 2021 with several diagnoses, including COPD, Atrial...
COVID-19: V-Safe Tool
CDC’s new v-safe tool uses text messages and surveys to check in with you after you get a COVID-19 vaccine. You can quickly tell CDC how you’re feeling and if you have any side effects. Get vaccinated, then: Go to vsafe.cdc.govClick “Get started”Fill in all requested...
COVID Vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination helps keep you from getting COVID-19.The vaccines currently available in the United States are effective at preventing COVID-19, according to clinical trials, and are important tools to stop the pandemic.Learn...
COVID-19 Q & A: Herd Immunity
Q: How many people need to get a #COVID19 vaccine for herd immunity? A: While experts don’t yet know how many people would need to get vaccinated to achieve herd immunity, vaccination is a safer way to build protection than getting sick. For more FAQs,...
Side Effects of the COVID-19 Vaccine
Side effects after getting a #COVID19 vaccine are normal signs your body is building protection. Side effects may even feel like flu and might affect your ability to do daily activities, but they should go away in a few days. Learn more about what to expect after...
Continue protecting against COVID-19
Even as vaccine distribution begin, we each need to do our part of prevent the spread of COVID-19. You should layer steps to help protect yourself and others from COVID-19. • Wear a mask that covers your mouth AND nose. • Stay at least 6 feet from people who don’t...
COVID-19 Vaccine Q & A: Can a COVID-19 vaccine make me sick with COVID-19?
No. None of the authorized and recommended COVID-19 vaccines or COVID-19 vaccines currently in development in the United States contain the live virus that causes COVID-19. This means that a COVID-19 vaccine cannot make you sick with...
Is the COVID Vaccine Safe?
(Info from the CDC – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/faq.html) All the COVID-19 vaccines being used have gone through rigorous studies to ensure they are as safe as possible. Systems that allow CDC to watch for safety issues are in place across...
Benefits of Getting a COVID-19 Vaccine
You may be concerned about getting vaccinated now that COVID-19 vaccines are available in the United States. While more COVID-19 vaccines are being developed as quickly as possible, routine processes and procedures remain in place to ensure the safety of any...
Doctor Visits and Getting Medicines
Talk to your doctor online, by phone, or e-mail. Use telemedicine, if available, or communicate with your doctor or nurse by phone or e-mail.Talk to your doctor about rescheduling procedures that are not urgently needed. If you must visit in-person, protect yourself...
COVID-19 Vaccine: What to Expect After
COVID-19 vaccination will help protect you from getting COVID-19. You may have some side effects, which are normal signs that your body is building protection. These side effects may feel like flu and may even affect your ability to do daily activities, but they...
When Vaccine is Limited, Who Gets Vaccinated First?
Because the supply of COVID-19 vaccine in the United States is expected to be limited at first, CDC is providing recommendations to federal, state, and local governments about who should be vaccinated first. CDC’s recommendations are based on recommendations from the...
Travel and COVID-19
Travel can increase your risk of getting and spreading COVID-19. If traveling to visit family or friends, you should be thought of as an overnight guest and take all recommended precautions for 14 days upon arrival: • Wear a mask that covers both your mouth AND nose.•...
Holidays: Attending a Small Celebration
Attending a small celebration? Take these steps to make the #Holidays safer: • Bring your own food, drinks, and utensils.• #WearAMask and store it in your pocket or purse while eating and drinking.• Avoid going in and out of food prep spaces.• Space seating at least 6...
Holiday Gatherings
The COVID-19 pandemic has been stressful and isolating for many people. Gatherings during the upcoming holidays can be an opportunity to reconnect with family and friends. This holiday season, consider how your holiday plans can be modified to reduce the spread of...
When to Quarantine
Quarantine is used to keep someone who might have been exposed to COVID-19 away from others. Quarantine helps prevent spread of disease that can occur before a person knows they are sick or if they are infected with the virus without feeling symptoms. People in...
Celebrating Thanksgiving
This Thanksgiving, staying home is the best way to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. Also consider these tips: • Avoid crowds. Shop online sales the day after Thanksgiving and the days leading up to winter holidays. • Use contactless delivery or curbside...
How to Properly Wear a Mask
COVID-19 spreads mainly from person to person through respiratory droplets. Respiratory droplets travel into the air when you cough, sneeze, talk, shout, or sing. These droplets can then land in the mouths or noses of people who are near you or they may breathe these...
What Your Test Results Mean
Whether you test positive or negative for COVID-19, you should take preventive measures to protect yourself and others. A viral test checks samples to find out if you are currently infected with COVID-19. The time it takes to process these tests can vary. You can...
Picking-Up Takeout Food: COVID-19
Picking up takeout food while slowing the spread of COVID-19? Order & pay online or over the phone when possible.Accept take-out without in-person contact or stay at least 6 feet away from others.Wash your hands with soap and water or use hand sanitizer with at...
What to Bring When Going Out
Going out? Keep these items on hand when in public spaces: a mask, disinfecting wipes, and a hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol, if possible. Learn more about everyday ways to slow the spread of #COVID19:...
What to Do If You Are Sick
Do you think you may have COVID-19? If you think you’re sick, follow guidance about when to call your doctor: • Monitor your symptoms• Call ahead before visiting your doctor• Avoid close contact with others when you’re out Most people who get COVID-19 can take care of...
Coping with Stress
Everyone reacts differently to stressful situations like COVID-19. You may feel anxiousness, anger, sadness, or overwhelmed. Find ways to reduce your stress to help yourself and the people you care about. • Learn the common signs of stress.• Make time to unwind and do...
Hand Hygiene Recommendations
Hand hygiene is an important part of the U.S. response to the international emergence of COVID-19. Practicing hand hygiene, which includes the use of alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR) or handwashing, is a simple yet effective way to prevent the spread of pathogens and...
Deciding to Go Out
Wondering how you can do your daily activities safely while protecting yourself and your loved ones from COVID-19? The more closely you interact with others and the longer that interaction, the higher the risk of COVID-19 spread. So, think about How many people will...
Symptoms of COVID-19
If you have fever, cough, loss of taste or smell or certain other symptoms, you might have COVID-19. If you think you might have COVID-19 or think you may have been near someone who has COVID-19, contact a healthcare provider for medical advice. Learn more at...
Healthcare Personnel and First Responders: How to Cope with Stress and Build Resilience During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Providing care to others during the COVID-19 pandemic can lead to stress, anxiety, fear, and other strong emotions. How you cope with these emotions can affect your well-being, the care you give to others while doing your job, and the well-being of the people you care...
What’s the Difference Between COVID-19 and Seasonal Allergies?
When choosing to go out in public or visit a loved one at higher risk, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends we pay close attention to our symptoms. For those of us with seasonal allergies, understanding symptoms can present a...
How to Safely Wear and Take Off a Mask | Covid 19
Covid-19 has been found to spread mainly from person to person via respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends wearing face masks to help slow the spread of COVID-19 when...
Protecting Your Friends | Covid-19
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mn6axdkbGd4 As students start returning to school, it’s important to remember to follow these steps to protect your friends & yourself.
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT | Juanita “Nuddie” Buskill
Juanita Buskill is known to family and friends as “Nuddie”. Nuddie arrived to Greenville with a diagnosis of Degenerative Disc Disease, Osteoarthritis, muscle weakness & Cognitive Communication Deficit. She had a poor appetite and was underweight. Upon admission,...
Traveling & Covid-19
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8oTqbJSLNyg If you are traveling, help stop the spread of COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses by following these steps.
RESIDENT SPOTLIGHT | Mr. Richardson
Mr. Richardson admitted to Greenville Nursing & Rehab from the hospital with Atrial Fibrillation & Bradycardia. Prior to hospitalization, he lived at home with his beautiful wife Sarah. Along with his diagnosis, it was noted that he had had several falls and...
Youth Sports & Covid-19
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LMBzjaVRChY As we try moving toward a new normal, Summer sports are starting back up. Here are some tips and recommendations to keep you and your players safe during the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Quarantine vs. Isolation
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Food & Covid-19
Currently, there is no evidence to suggest that handling food or consuming food is associated with COVID-19. Coronaviruses, like the one that causes COVID-19, are thought to spread mostly person-to-person through respiratory droplets when someone coughs, sneezes, or...
Testing for Covid-19
Viral tests check samples from your respiratory system, such as a swab from the inside of your nose, to tell you if you currently have an infection with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Some tests are point-of-care tests, meaning results may be available at...
To Our Residents and Family Members:
On June 25th, Governor Beshear provided guidance related to safely opening our nursing home. As part of the reopening initiative, there are very specific guidelines that must be followed. At this time, our center has experienced a facility-onset of resident or staff...
Visiting Friends and Family with Higher Risk for Severe Illness
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzpWyXkT6zg When you visit friends & family who are at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19, take these important steps. Wear cloth face coverings, stay at least 6 feet apart, meet outside if possible, wash your hands often,...
Protecting Yourself if You are Higher Risk of Severe Illness from Covid-19
Cleaning and Disinfecting
When cleaning and disinfecting a public space, workplace, business, school or even your home, you have to put together a plan. Cleaning with soap and water removes germs, dirt, and impurities from surfaces while disinfecting actually kills the germs on surfaces....
Slowing the Spread by Social Distancing
If you have read our previous articles, you know that Covid-19 spreads mainly among people who are in close contact with one another for a prolonged period of time. When an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks, droplets from their nose or mouth are scattered into...
Fabric Face Coverings
Covid-19 has been found to spread mainly from person to person via respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. Studies show that these droplets can usually travel around 6 feet and can land in the mouths or noses of people who are...
Stress During Covid-19
Per the Center for Disease Control, the outbreak of Covid-19 may be stressful for people. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in those affected. Stress during an infectious disease outbreak can include:• Fear and worry about...
Proper Handwashing Technique
Per the Center for Disease Control (CDC),Hand hygiene is an important part of the U.S. response to the international emergence of COVID-19. Practicing hand hygiene, which includes the use of alcohol-based hand rub (ABHR) or handwashing, is a simple yet effective way...
How To Choose a Doctor You Can Talk to
Finding a main doctor (often called your primary doctor or primary care doctor) who you feel comfortable talking to is the first step in good communication. How well you and your doctor talk to each other is one of the most important steps to getting good health care....
Success Story: Gladys Hayward
Greenville Nursing & Rehabilitation is proud to share Ms. Gladys Hayward’s inspiring Success Story! Ms. Gladys came to Greenville Nursing & Rehabilitation focused on recovery and returning to the independent lifestyle she enjoyed before her injury. Upon...
A Partner You Can Trust,
When it Matters Most
Whether you’re planning ahead or responding to an unexpected change, Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is here to guide you with compassion, clarity, and confidence.