Generations News

The halls of Generations at Elmwood Park were buzzing with excitement and anticipation. The facility is re-introducing the cooking club after a hiatus.  The inaugural meeting was to get a feel for what the residents would like to cook as well as reviewing recipes.  This is a new monthly activity that will cover a variety… Read more»

The expansion and renovation project continues to push forward and race towards completion! As residents and staff walk by the 95% completed new main dining hall they cannot wait for the official opening.  The drop ceiling and kitchen equipment are currently being installed.  The main dining room will offer restaurant style dining with a view of the… Read more»

During the month Generations at Applewood’s residents receive visits from various canine friends from Therapy Dogs International. Pet therapy is a growing field and research has shown how beneficial it can be to the elderly, especially those who are living in a nursing home or skilled rehabilitation facility. Regular visits with pets, usually dogs, can… Read more»

Oakton’s inaugural Senior Resource Fair was recently held at Oakton Arms.  Residents and guests were greeted by staff and vendors with bright smiles and vibrant energy for the event.  As attendees walked into the event they stopped at the Oakton information table to grab their check-in cards.  The check-in cards encouraged everyone to visit the… Read more»

Generations at Rock Island supports the fight against Alzheimer’s and dementia.  Every year they assemble a team and get to work on brainstorming ideas about fundraising efforts to make their participation in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s a success! Generations at Rock Island is one of the hubs of Generations Healthcare Network’s Alzheimer and dementia wards.  Though all… Read more»

“Fiesta Day” was the theme Generations at Columbus Park’s 21st annual friends and family day.  Their annual day is a time to give back to the community, residents and supporters as well as open our doors to families and guests who want to become familiar with the facility and their services. The sun shined brightly as residents and… Read more»

During the summer months, the Red Cross experiences a drastic decline in new donors. Nationwide, about one-third fewer new donors came out to give last summer than during the rest of the year. Additionally, many schools where blood drives are held – and where new donors give – are not in session, and current donors… Read more»

The benefit of exercise throughout life has always made headlines.  But is it safe for seniors to exercise?  Absolutely! Regular exercise can prevent chronic disease; improve mood and lower chances of injury or illness. Generations at Oakton wants to help seniors’ start a new exercise routine that is exciting as well as beneficial for their… Read more»

Generations at Rock Island supports the fight against Alzheimer’s and dementia.  Every year they assemble a team and get to work on brainstorming ideas about fundraising efforts and what they can do to make Walk to End Alzheimer’s a success!  Generations at Rock Island is one of three facilities in the Generations Healthcare Network that has… Read more»

Auburn Village Rehab and Skilled Nursing resident Kassie (Kassandra) Perry, a 23- year-old woman with terminal lung disease married her boyfriend on July 16th with the help of an entire community. Kassie previously confided to a social worker that she wanted to marry her long-time boyfriend and father of her 2-year-old son. Amy Melcher, our… Read more»