Flu shots are a necessity for most older adults. Learn more about the annual vaccine and how it helps prevent illness. While much of the nation’s attention continues to focus on COVID-19 and its variants, it’s important to remember that flu season is upon us. One question that arises every flu season is if you […]
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What Is the Difference between Home Health Care and Companion Care?
Posted in General, Senior StrategiesSearching for in-home care for a senior loved one? This is what you’ll need to know to make the best decision. When a senior begins to need extra help with personal care or assistance around the home, loved ones often start to search for home care services. They want to find care solutions that will […]
Read More ›The Wesley Community Voted Best of the Best in Four Categories
Posted in General, The Wesley Community BlogThank you to the readers of The Daily Gazette for voting Wesley the Best Assisted Living Community, Best Health Care Services, Best Senior Services, and runner-up for Best Nursing Home in 2021’s Best of the Best readers poll! Over 9,700 people voted, placing over 33,000 votes! We thank our amazing team for all they do […]
Read More ›The Wesley Community Announces new Director of Nursing at Wesley Health Care Center
Posted in General, Press ReleasesThe Wesley Community today announced that Jenna Lord has been appointed Director of Nursing at Wesley Health Care Center. In her role, Jenna is responsible for leading and supervising the nursing staff and overseeing the care provided to residents at the Wesley Health Care Center. She has extensive health care experience and previously served as Assistant […]
Read More ›Get the Facts: Breast Cancer and Senior Women
Posted in General, Senior StrategiesOlder women are at highest risk for developing breast cancer. Share this information with the senior women in your life today. Throughout October, you’ll likely notice people across the country wearing pink. From T-shirts and hats to ribbons and bracelets, wearing pink is part of an effort to raise awareness about breast cancer. It’s the […]
Read More ›Start Your New Career with Wesley’s Paid CNA and HHA Training Sessions
Posted in General, The Wesley Community BlogAre you navigating the current job market in search of a new career? The COVID pandemic changed many people’s situations, needs and desires when it comes to their work life. Workers now seek careers in stable industries that allow them the enjoyment of regular shifts, employee benefits and room for growth. If this sounds like […]
Read More ›Tips to Organize a Senior’s Medical Information
Posted in General, Senior StrategiesIf you are the caregiver for a senior loved one, managing their medical care can feel overwhelming. Here are some tips to help you stay organized, from maintaining a medication list to keeping track of doctor’s appointments. If you are a caregiver for a senior family member, you might feel as if you are drowning […]
Read More ›How to Care for and Bond with a Senior Over Long Distance
Posted in General, Senior StrategiesFamilies are often separated by long distances. It can make caregiving and family bonding more challenging. Here are a few tips to make both easier. Caregiving for a senior loved one can be equal parts rewarding and challenging. For the 7 million adults caring for a family member who lives more than an hour away, […]
Read More ›Top 5 Ways to Know You’re Ready for a Move to Senior Living
Posted in General, Senior StrategiesDeciding whether it’s time to move to senior living is never easy. For seniors, it can be scary to upend their life and move to a new, unfamiliar place. They also may find the idea of someone coming into their home as a caregiver an intrusive option. Your loved one may not be ready to […]
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