Categories for Skilled Nursing
April 25, 2017
Understanding Medicare Coverage for a Rehab Stay at a Skilled Nursing Facility
Not surprisingly, many rehab patients are confused about Medicare coverage after they leave the hospital and are admitted to a skilled nursing facility. The guidelines for Medicare coverage, set by…
March 24, 2017
LFCL’s Patrick O’Brien Attends St. Patrick’s Day Reception at the White House
Chelsea Record – Chelsea Massachusetts Newspaper March 24, 2017 Patrick Sean O’Brien, an award-winning filmmaker diagnosed with ALS 10 years ago, attended this year’s St. Patrick’s Day Reception at the…
March 23, 2017
Celebrating Social Work Month in Senior Care
March is national social work month. What a great opportunity to explain the field of social work and the role of social workers in today’s society! Many people misunderstand exactly…
March 20, 2017
The Daily Challenges of Food Service in a Skilled Nursing Facility
My name is Chucky Magno and I have had the pleasure of working as one of Chelsea Jewish Lifecare’s Food Service Directors since 2007. In my first six years with…
December 30, 2016
The Importance of Documentation
Many professionals who seek careers in the healthcare arena do so because they innately want to help others. They experience a “calling” that inspires them to help the sick become…
December 23, 2016
Man Designs Home He Can Control With His Eyes
Story by Madeleine Stix Video by Madeleine Stix and Bob Crowley (CNN) On Steve Saling’s 37th birthday, the pencil he was holding inexplicably fell out of his hand. “It was…
November 30, 2016
Continuing Education: Improving Care and Patient Outcomes
Today’s healthcare arena is a constantly changing industry, specifically when it comes to nursing best practices and standards of care. Part of my role as the staff development coordinator is…
October 10, 2016
Fall Food Menus
It’s that time of the year again! The Leonard Florence Center is preparing to change its menu for the upcoming fall and winter seasons. When planning our menu, Food Service…
September 19, 2016
Chelsea Jewish Lifecare Holds Annual Walk for Living
Area residents have a chance to support a Chelsea facility that provides specialized residential care for people with ALS and multiple sclerosis. The Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is holding its annual…
September 11, 2016
Assisting Dementia Residents with the Transition to Long-term Care
The transition into long-term care can be difficult for anyone, especially those suffering from dementia. Individuals with dementia are most comfortable with a familiar and predictable routine; this scenario changes…
August 2, 2016
At this Community, Residents Blink to Control Just About Everything
Written by Mary Kate Nelson “At the Leonard Florence Center for Living, residents can control just about everything around them through a series of blinks. The community is located in…
July 28, 2016
Preparing for Admission to Long-term Care in a Skilled Nursing Facility
By Veronica Cabral, Admissions Coordinator, Chelsea Jewish Nursing Home Making the decision to place your loved one in a long-term care facility can be difficult. Many people wish to take…