Insights

From September 11-17 the Ernest P. Barka Assisted Living Community joins tens of thousands of assisted living communities across the country as we host events for National Assisted Living Week.

Hospice care is a specialized form of care that focuses on keeping a person comfortable when they have an advanced illness that is incurable. Understanding how hospice works is especially important for older adults, who may have to prepare for an end of life situation. That’s why we teamed up with Sarah Young, the Community Liaison with Brookhaven Hospice, to answer some questions about what hospice is and how it can benefit seniors.

In the past years we have seen increases in the number of heat related injuries and even deaths. Like any other extreme weather event, you should take steps to prepare yourself to reduce the risk of harm when hot weather is on the horizon. Take the following precautions while having fun in the sun this summer.

The foundation of occupational therapy is a commitment to safety and well-being while promoting function, independence, and quality of life. It’s a unique and holistic practice in healthcare.

The holiday season is upon us; for many it’s a time filled with gatherings of family and friends. From ugly sweater parties to Yankee Swaps,

When you walk into any healthcare setting you’ll be sure to see a number of different people caring for patients: doctors, nurses, orderlies, and dieticians