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 asleep. 

Older adults need about 7-9 hours of sleep each night. Getting a good night’s sleep supports physical health, mental health, and overall well-being. Improve your sleep with these tips.

Six Healthy Sleeping Habits for Older Adults

1. Develop a regular sleep schedule and bedtime routine
2. Avoid napping in the late afternoon or evening
3. Try to avoid electronic screens, such as cell phones and TVs, in the bedroom
4. Keep your bedroom quiet and at a comfortable temperature
5. Exercise at regular times each day, but not within three hours of bedtime
6. Avoid alcohol, caffeine, and large meals late in the day

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 families. This year, the community is especially proud to maintain its 5-star rating overall, a distinction that reflects excellence in quality measures, health inspections, and staffing.

Long-Term Care Administrators Week is an opportunity to recognize the individuals who oversee operations, support their Care Team, and ensure that communities like Greenville continue to provide safe, high-quality, and enriching environments for those we serve.

Maintaining a 5-star rating overall is a testament to the dedication and excellence of the entire Care Team, guided by Shannon’s leadership. Their commitment to fostering a culture of compassion, innovation, and teamwork ensures residents receive the best possible care every day!

Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Shelby Smith’s Success Story!

Mrs. Shelby Smith was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on May 2nd following a hospital stay due to frequent falls and an infection. Upon arrival, she needed increased assistance with daily tasks, transfers, and walking due to decreased balance, strength, and endurance.

With the support of Physical and Occupational Therapy, Mrs. Smith worked hard to regain her independence! Through focused rehabilitation, she achieved her goals and returned home on June 16th, where she reunited with her husband—who had a special date planned to welcome her back.

During her stay, Mrs. Smith was a joy to have, often socializing with fellow residents and attending activities. We’re so proud of her progress and wish her all the best!

Ms. Wanda “Sue” Oglesby came to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on March 11, 2025, after a hospital stay left her very weak and dependent on others for all mobility and self-care. With the help of skilled physical and occupational therapy, Sue made incredible progress in just a few weeks!

By her discharge on April 3, 2025, she was moving in bed with only moderate help, transferring with a rolling walker and assistance nearby, and walking up to 40 feet—double her previous ability. She also regained much of her independence in daily tasks. Sue was a joy to have at the community, always smiling and connecting with others during Bingo and Fine Dining. We’re proud of her accomplishments and wish her all the best at home with her husband!

Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Owen Logsdon’s Success Story!

Mr. Owen Logsdon has been a valued Long-Term Care resident at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation since January 23, 2025. Upon admission, Owen required significant assistance with functional mobility and daily self-care tasks due to decreased endurance, muscle weakness, and limited balance.

Since his arrival, Owen has participated in both Physical and Occupational Therapy to improve his upper and lower body strength, endurance, and balance. His commitment to therapy has been truly inspiring—he often asks to attend extra sessions and approaches each day with motivation and a positive attitude.

Thanks to his hard work, Owen has made tremendous progress! He now requires only standby assistance for transfers, ambulation, and essential daily activities. Beyond therapy, Owen is a beloved part of our community. He enjoys socializing with fellow residents and is a regular at community activities—especially Bingo, his favorite! We are grateful to have Owen with us and look forward to many more wonderful moments together!

Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is thrilled to celebrate the incredible journey of our resident, Willie “Frank” Green!

Frank was admitted in April 2025 following a hospital stay that left him severely deconditioned and unable to safely complete his daily activities. With determination and the support of our amazing physical and occupational therapy teams, Frank worked hard to rebuild his strength, balance, and endurance.

His positive attitude and eagerness in therapy led to remarkable progress—and we’re proud to share that Frank safely returned home to his loving wife on April 18, 2025! Frank’s warm personality and love for conversation brought so much joy to our community. He will be truly missed by everyone here at Greenville, and we wish him continued health, happiness, and success!

Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Jonell Lear’s Success Story!

Ms. Jonell Lear was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on February 14, after experiencing a CVA and craniotomy for a meningioma, which affected her mobility, daily activities, and safety awareness. Upon arrival, she required significant assistance with bed mobility, transfers, bathing, dressing, toileting, and grooming, as well as thickened liquids during meals.

Determined to regain her independence and return to her husband, Ms. Lear worked hard in her Physical, Occupational, and Speech therapy sessions. Her dedication paid off quickly—within just a few weeks, she was able to complete bed mobility, transfers, and ambulate with a rolling walker, all with minimal help. She was also upgraded to thin liquids and needed much less assistance with safety awareness.

On March 4, 2025, Ms. Lear was discharged home, excited to continue her recovery with her family. The staff and residents at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation will certainly miss her bright smile and lively conversations. We wish her all the best as she moves forward!

Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Harold Bivins’ Success Story!

Mr. Harold Bivins was admitted to Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation in February following a brief hospital stay. Upon admission, he required increased assistance with transfers, ambulation, and activities of daily living. Through dedicated Physical and Occupational Therapy, Mr. Bivins made remarkable strides in his recovery—gaining strength, improving balance, and building endurance. In just a few weeks, he was able to complete transfers and ambulate with modified independence using a rolling walker or a wheelchair for longer distances. He also began performing daily tasks with minimal assistance.

One of the highlights of Mr. Bivins’ stay is being reunited with his wife, who is also a resident in our community. They cherish spending time together each day. Mr. Bivins has chosen to make Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation his permanent home, and we are honored to welcome him into our family.

Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Eloise Grant’s Success Story!

On January 21, 2025, we welcomed Eloise Grant to Greenville Nursing and Rehab as a long-term care resident. From the very beginning, she embraced our community with warmth, resilience, and an infectious smile that quickly won the hearts of residents and Care Team members alike.

Eloise faced challenges with mobility and daily tasks, but her determination to regain strength through Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy has been truly inspiring. Her dedication, paired with the support of our incredible Care Team, has helped her make remarkable progress!

Beyond her therapy success, Eloise has become a beloved member of our community. Her kindness and uplifting spirit bring joy to everyone around her, and it came as no surprise when she was voted our Valentine Queen! We are so grateful to have Eloise as part of our Greenville family and look forward to creating more cherished memories with her!

Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation is excited to share resident Carrolyn Hunt’s Success Story!

After two hospital stays, Ms. Hunt arrived at Greenville Nursing and Rehabilitation on January 21st, feeling weak and needing extensive support with daily activities. But she was determined to regain her strength and return home to her husband. With the help of our skilled Physical and Occupational Therapy team, she worked hard to rebuild her mobility, endurance, and independence. Always eager to participate, her dedication paid off—within just a few short weeks, Ms. Hunt was back to her prior level of function!

On February 1st, she walked out of our doors, stronger than ever and ready to reunite with her loved ones. While we’ll miss her bright spirit in the therapy gym and activities, we couldn’t be more proud of her progress. Join us in celebrating Ms. Hunt’s incredible success!