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The Advantages of Senior Inpatient Rehab

By Brookhaven Care | August 1, 2019 |

Let’s look at the advantages of senior inpatient rehab. In an inpatient rehab care program, such as is provided at Brookhaven Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare, a patient stays at the rehab facility. Length of stay depends on the condition needing care. Ideally, following assessment of the condition by the staff, the patient remains in…

Letter We Received From A Resident’s Family

By Brookhaven Care | July 31, 2019 |

Our August Calendar is Here!

By Brookhaven Care | July 29, 2019 |

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Visiting a Patient in Post-Op Rehab? 10 Things to Say

By Brookhaven Care | July 29, 2019 |

A patient in post-op rehab will be happy to have visitors at some times and under certain conditions. A visitor should ask himself these questions, since the patient is after surgery and deserves special love: When is it convenient for the patient to have visitors? Where is the patient holding in the post-op journey? Come…

Seniors, Sunscreen and Summer Safety Tips

By Brookhaven Care | July 24, 2019 |

The American Academy of Dermatology emphasizes that people of all ages need to wear sunscreen. UV radiation exposure is cumulative, it continues to increase its effect on the skin, even as seniors age. This means that seniors need to take good care of their skin regarding exposure to sunshine. Seniors may be more susceptible to…

Senior Medical Safety in the Summer

By Brookhaven Care | July 24, 2019 |

Heat-Related Dangers for Seniors with Chronic Illness or Taking Medication Read about information and tips for Senior safety for the summer from Brookhaven and become more aware of how to stay safe. It is important for healthy older adults to be aware of the importance of abiding by hot-weather precautions. They should read website articles,…

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By Brookhaven Care | July 22, 2019 |

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Aphasia – Apps and In-Person Communication

By Brookhaven Care | July 18, 2019 |

A patient and their family become aware of the communication challenges that the patient faces after aphasia is diagnosed. How can family members, friends and caregivers communicate with an aphasia sufferer using technology? Aphasia in its various forms can affect the ability to speak, understand speech, read and write. However, intelligence and thinking skills are…

Aphasia: Communication Problems and Prevention

By Brookhaven Care | July 16, 2019 |

The National Aphasia Association writes that between 25%-40% of stoke survivors suffer from aphasia. Ironically, although around 180,000 people acquire aphasia annually, most people have never heard of the condition. Aphasia is a language disorder commonly experienced by stoke survivors. Aphasia could also be caused by head injury and brain disease/tumor. Unfortunately, aphasia-induced communication problems…

Pain Management – How Physical Therapy can Help

By Brookhaven Care | July 11, 2019 |

How can exercise and physical therapy help after a fall or injury? A patient could be in considerable pain. The patient might have inflammation and a lack of mobility as a result of surgery. Is recovery pushed forward by popping pills? Can a patient decide that they wish to be in control of their recovery?…