Generations at Regency, in conjunction with the American Red Cross, were very honored to host a community blood donation drive in July. We had an outstanding turnout with many members of the community, family, staff and friends in attendance to donate. Donors were greeted by Regency’s Admissions Director Jennifer Dinkha and given the required paperwork… Read more»
Generations News
June is National Fruits and Vegetables Month
June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetable month. At Generations Healthcare Network we make sure that each facility works with our dietary department to ensure our residents are getting the proper nutrients, fruits and vegetables daily. The typical guideline for servings of fruits and vegetables are 5 to 13 servings of fruits and vegetables a… Read more»
Generations Attends Tenet Health – Chicago’s Acute Vendor Fair
On June 9th Generations Healthcare Network was honored to be a part of Tenet Health Chicago’s Acute Vendor Fair. Our company presented to case management, physicians, nurses and other key hospital staff to share valuable information about the services we provide. We discussed how we can collaborate and provide continuity of care for the people… Read more»
Generations at Applewood Hosts CEU Program
On May 19th Generations at Applewood hosted a Continuing Education (CE) program sponsored by Elderwerks called “Ethics at End of Life” and presented by Attorney Paul Smolinski at the Flossmoor Station Restaurant and Brewery. Attorney Smolinski started the discussion with the definition of ethics. Ethics is deciding what is right or wrong; good or bad and… Read more»
May is National Blood Pressure Month
Generations Healthcare Network and its facilities care about the health of our residents. Blood pressure monitoring is an integral part of a resident’s health and is monitored on a continuing basis. May is National High Blood Pressure Awareness month and on average over 67 million people – 1 in 3 US adults have high blood… Read more»
Evelyn “swing-dances” with orthopedic rehabilitation
Evelyn is a 94-year-old widow living independently at home. She fell while walking between her kitchen and dining room and fractured her hip and right collar bone…. “To imagine that a woman, in her 90’s, would be doing ‘swing-dancing’ with a physical therapist is, again, awesome! The complete mending of her hip was supposed to take 12 weeks. She was discharged to her own home in less than 6 weeks.”
$9 Million Dollar Renovation and Expansion at Generations at Neighbors
Generations at Neighbors recently celebrated the expansion and renovation of its facility in Byron, IL with a grand reopening ceremony. Guests, healthcare professionals and friends were invited to tour the newly renovated and expanded facility that now offers a fresh new look with bright and airy living spaces. The tour showcased the many new amenities… Read more»
Auburn Village Renovation and Expansion Complete!
Auburn Village recently celebrated the expansion and renovation of its facility in Auburn, IN with a grand reopening ceremony. Guests, healthcare professionals and friends were invited to tour the newly renovated and expanded facility that offers a new short-term rehabilitation unit and amenities throughout the campus. Auburn Village has 75 private rooms for guests to… Read more»
Visiting a Loved one in a Nursing Home
When a loved one is staying at a nursing home, it can be a time of adjustment for everyone. It is very common to worry about when to visit, what to say, and what to do. A visit however, is a wonderful time for bonding, connecting, and learning. It’s a very natural to feel as… Read more»
Using the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill for Physical Rehabilitation
Recently added to the rehabilitation center, Generations at Regency is finding that the AlterG Anti-Gravity Treadmill is allowing our rehabilitation guests to push their physical therapy rehabilitation and training further than ever before. What is the AlterG Difference? With its unique unweighting capabilities, the Anti-Gravity Treadmill allows you and your physical therapist to move your… Read more»