Alliance Nursing Rehab - El Monte CA

Living Alone Does Not Have to be a Solitary Lifestyle – El Monte, CA

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 10:47:34 +0000

Even though Alliance Nursing and Rehabilitation Center of El Monte, CA would often recommend living in a care facility as you get older, many healthy seniors want to keep their independence and prefer to live alone. However, what happens if living alone proves to be too much of a solitary lifestyle? Many seniors have families and friends, however their loved ones might not be able to spend too much time with them. The following are a few suggestions that can help you not be so lonely, even if you do live alone:

~ Contact your city services and find out if the offer programs for seniors

~ Religious or volunteer groups in your community will often offer activities for seniors, even if you are not of the same religion.

~ If you feel you require live-in assistance, you can contact your social services agency where they can provide, pre-screened qualified assistants.

~ The internet can help you connect with old friends or you can join a discussion forum. It is no substitute for human contact, but it can keep you informed and in contact with the world.

~ Pets can be great companions, they can help you feel less lonely and provide you with unconditional love and attention.

These are just a few ways to connect with other seniors and keep you from feeling lonely and alone. Remember that there are other seniors out there looking for companionship, do not feel embarrassed or intimidated to try out a few new activities. Alliance Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in El Monte, CA is a fully licensed care center dedicated to providing you with an individualized resident experience, for more information about our facility please call us at (626) 444-2535.

Content Received from PsychologyToday.com

Long-Term Nursing Facilities Better for Alzheimer’s Patients – El Monte, CA

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 19:18:09 +0000

Many times when a loved one is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease the most difficult decision is how to care for the person in the most humanly and effective way possible. Relatives are more likely to be willing to care for their loved one at home and hire a few nurses to take care of them. However, they do not see that doing so can be the most hurtful way to care for someone with Alzheimer’s disease. Not only do patients become senile, in more advanced cases, basic activities like using the bathroom or getting dressed are impossible. This can be quite stressful and physically and mentally draining to the caregiver. Caregivers who are relatives of a patient usually put their own health on the backburner just to focus on trying to provide the best care they can manage to give their loved one. This can seem more “humane” than putting your loved one in a long-term nursing home; however, it is actually hurting them in more ways than one. An Alzheimer’s patient needs a group of people tending and caring for them, especially those suffering from severe cases. At a long-term nursing facility like Alliance Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Alzheimer patients will have access to doctors, physicians, nurses, maids, cooks, housekeepers, maintenance staff and other assistance 24 hours a day. Also, the grounds are secured and the environment is safe, therefore patients who have a tendency to walk around or wander off will not become lost or put themselves in danger. The nursing facility also helps patients socialize and trained professionals make sure they are safe and secured at all times. Best of all, since relatives are not stressed about taking care of their loved one, they get to enjoy the time they spend with them. Putting your loved one in a long-term nursing facility can be the best thing you do for them and Alliance Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is committed to give top of the line service for all of our patients. For more information call us at (626) 444-2535.

Content Received from HuffingtonPost.com

What is Geriatric Rehabilitation? – El Monte, CA

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 22:30:22 +0000

Geriatric rehabilitation is not just one type of rehabilitation, but different types of therapy put together to rehabilitate patients with conditions such as stroke, hip and knee replacements, cardiovascular problems, osteoporosis, arthritis, and Alzheimer’s disease. The three main types of therapies used with geriatric rehabilitation are speech-language pathology, physical, and occupational therapies. Each therapy focuses on important aspects of rehabilitation and is needed to successfully rehabilitate a patient. Speech-language pathology deals with improving a person’s ability to communicate and swallow if recovering from a swallowing disorder. Physical therapy deals with mobility and its main goal is to enhance mobility, improve strength, endurance, balance and posture in patients. Occupational therapy focuses on day to day tasks such as getting dressed, using the bathroom, bathing, cooking and other recreational activities. All together these three therapies work alongside each other to rehabilitate patients to become self fulfilling individuals. For more information about geriatric rehabilitation please call Alliance Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at (626) 448-4248.

What is Medicare?

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 17:20:54 +0000

Medicare is a health insurance program for people age 65 and older or for younger individuals with certain conditions or disabilities. Medicare assists with costs for hospital stays, skilled nursing care (up to 100 days), and Hospice care. Covered services include a semi-private room, therapy, meals, medications, medical supplies, skilled nursing care, medical social services, and dietary counseling. For the first 20 days, Medicare pays 100% of the covered charges. A daily co-insurance rate is applied on days 21–100.

Alliance Nursing and Rehabilitation accepts Medicare. Contact our facility today to learn more about the care we provide.

What therapies are used to restore function after a stroke?

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 17:10:47 +0000

There are several therapies that can assist in making recovery efficacious. However, knowing when to use each therapy as well as recovery itself can be unpredictable and at times complicated. Some of these therapies are: restorative, cell-based, electromagnetic, repetitive practice therapies. Restorative therapy involves the use of small molecules like neurotransmitters and immunologic agents that help improve function. Cell-based therapy stimulates endogenous repair of cells as well as prevent late brain injury. As for electromagnetic therapy, it stimulates the areas of the brain that are hypoactive along with constraining overactive regions after a stroke. Repetitive practice therapies are always good to use in conjunction with other therapies for enhanced results. The proper use of these therapies together with accurate diagnosis can help recovery become easier and more likely to positively affect patients.

Content provided by: http://neurology.jwatch.org/cgi/content/full/2008/805/2

Steps for Care Planning – El Monte, CA

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:18:28 +0000

Planning Your Care

A comprehensive care plan is developed by an experienced interdisciplinary team with the participation of the resident and/or representative. The plan includes measurable objectives and timetables designed to meet the individual residents medical, nursing, mental and psych-social needs.

Discharge Planning

A post-discharge plan of care is developed with the participation of the residents and his/her family. Discharge planning includes preparing the resident for the next level of care and arranging for placement in the appropriate care environment. The Interdisciplinary Team will complete an assessment and develop a planned program for discharge to a lower level of care, if medically feasible and realistic.

Restorative Nursing – Rehabilitation – El Monte CA

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:57:28 +0000

Restorative Nursing

Restorative nursing is provided under the supervision of the rehabilitation team for movement and ambulation, range of motion exercises, whirlpool baths, hot packs, transfer techniques, positioning and self-feeding.

Geriatric Rehabilitation El Monte CA – Rosemead CA

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:55:49 +0000

Geriatric Rehabilitation Our Rehabilitation team specializes in the treatment of individuals with orthopedic problems such as hip fractures, joint replacement, or are victims of a stroke. The rehabilitation team develops a treatment plan that considers the disease or injury, scope … Continue reading →

Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in El Monte, California

Alliance Nursing Rehab — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 17:52:51 +0000

Welcome to Alliance Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in El Monte, California. We are a fully licensed care center dedicated to providing you with an individualized resident experience and the highest quality of services for short and long term medical, nursing and rehabilitative services to meet the challenges and demands of a changing health care system.

We offer excellent resident amenities and therapies and create comprehensive care plans for our residents. At Alliance, we are serious about the quality of our care and the quality of life of each resident. Each individuals needs are important to us and at Alliance we are ready to meet those needs.