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ICBioethics Earns Pittsburgh Business Ethics Award
The Institute of Consultative Bioethics (ICBioethics) has been named the winner of a Pittsburgh Business Ethics Award in the Small Business category. The 15th Annual Pittsburgh Business Ethics Awards (PBEA) were presented by the Pittsburgh Chapter of the Society of Financial Service Professionals... - February 27, 2016 - Institute of Consultative Bioethics
Birches Celebrates American Heart Month with Heart Smart Eating Presentation
On February 18, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. celebrated American Heart Month with a presentation on heart healthy eating from dietitian Linda Graham. Heart disease is one of the leading cause of death in the United States, and, according to Graham, February is the perfect... - February 24, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Birches Residents Get Physical for Third Week of "Living It!"
Residents and staff of The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. are embracing physical fitness this week as part of The Birches’ “Living It!” campaign. The “Living It!” campaign, which lasts four weeks, encourages participants to focus on one component of... - February 18, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Birches’ Sock Hop Brings Residents Back to the 1950s
On February 12, Birches residents came together for milkshakes and music during the Birches Assisted Living’s first 1950s-themed Sock Hop. The Sock Hop was headlined by singer Kym Frankovelgia, who performed songs from artists like Andy Williams, Pat Boone and Dean Martin, as well as classic... - February 17, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Alzheimer's Association of Michigan Eligible for Michigan Tax Refund Contributions
Taxpayers have option to donate through Michigan Income Tax form. - February 15, 2016 - Alzheimer's Association, Michigan Great Lakes
Birches Seniors Get Social for Second Week of “Living It!”
With the second week of the “Living It!” campaign underway, the Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is getting super social with Super Bowl parties, Mardi Gras parades and 1950s-themed Sock Hops. - February 12, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Legacy of Care Plays Out at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Special Atlantic Shores Patient and Program Tie Into New Partnership with Chesapeake Regional Healthcare - February 11, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
ICBioethics to Discuss “Applied Healthcare Ethics” with Indiana Rural Health Association
“Applied Healthcare Ethics: Reaping the Benefit while Managing the Risk” will be the topic of a Lunch & Learn webinar presented by the Institute of Consultative Bioethics (ICBioethics) to the Indiana Rural Health Association on Wednesday, February 10, 2016. Among the topics to be... - February 09, 2016 - Institute of Consultative Bioethics
Birches’ “Living It!” Campaign Kicks Off with Intellectual Week
The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is promoting intellectual health and wellness this week as part of its “Living It!” campaign, a four-week initiative that encourages participants to try new activities in order to age more successfully. Research shows that mental... - February 04, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Birches is "Living It!" This February
The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is living life to the fullest and embracing new pursuits this February as part of the four-week “Living It!” campaign. The “Living It!” campaign, which was created by the successful aging organization Masterpiece Living,... - January 31, 2016 - The Birches Assisted Living
Scottsdale Village Square Assures Premier Living for Seniors in Scottsdale
Scottsdale Village Square has assured premier living for senior citizens in Scottsdale with independent living, assisted living, secured memory care & nursing rehabilitation services amidst a caring & skilled environment. - January 23, 2016 - Scottsdale Village Square
Local Seniors Graduate from Unique Police Academy at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Sixteen seniors age 55+ from Atlantic Shores Retirement Community and around the city of Virginia Beach proudly graduated from the Virginia Beach Police Department’s Senior Citizens' Police Academy on November 20, 2015. This special eight-week course, held at Atlantic Shores Retirement... - January 23, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Senior Actors from Atlantic Shores Bring Fairy Tales to Life for Younger Generation with Unique Performances
Young area students from around Virginia Beach, Virginia were entertained by a talented troupe of senior actors from Atlantic Shores Retirement Community with their adaptation of classic fairy tales during a performance of “Mother Goose Live.” This unique production featured ten nursery... - January 22, 2016 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Salem Oregon Hospice Expands Website with Online Materials for Dementia Patients
Dementia/Alzheimer's is a progressive disease that will affect millions of Americans every year. - January 20, 2016 - Harbor Light Hospice
Hospice Patient Receives Special Opera Performance from University Music Students
Harbor Light Hospice helped a hospice patient enjoy a once in a lifetime moment by arranging a special performance of the opera, "Carmen." The performance was given by a talented group of students from the Baldwin Wallace University Conservatory of Music. The group performed select pieces... - January 10, 2016 - Harbor Light Hospice
Dalton, Georgia Hospice Takes Initiative to Sponsor a Family in Need
Harbor Light Hospice in Dalton, Ga takes initiative to sponsor a local family in need in order to improve community outreach and positively spread awareness of hospice care in the U.S. - January 09, 2016 - Harbor Light Hospice
You First Foundation Donates $16,000 to Houston's HealthBridge Children's Hospital
You First Foundation has donated $16,000 to Houston's HealthBridge Children's Hospital so the hospital can buy items to lighten up kids' hospital stays. - January 07, 2016 - You First Foundation
Nixon Law Group Announces New Partner
New Partner Rebecca E. Gwilt Joins Nixon Law Group, Health Law Firm, Establishes Richmond Healthcare Practice. - January 05, 2016 - Nixon Law Group, LLC
Violinist Delivers Captivating Performance at the Birches
Violinist Henrik Karapetyan performed at the Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. on December 19, delivering captivating renditions of classical, folk and Christmas compositions. Henrik performs at The Birches several times a year and usually ends the year with a stunning Christmas... - December 25, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Galesburg Illinois Hospice Holds Special Holiday Event at Skilled Nursing Facility
Harbor Light Hospice staff located in Galesburg, Illinois help residents at a skilled nursing facility celebrate the holiday with special event. - December 21, 2015 - Harbor Light Hospice
Akron Ohio Hospice Acknowledges Lost Loved Ones with Special Holiday Event
Harbor Light Hospice on Akron, Ohio holds special holiday event for the purpose of remembering lost loved ones who passed while in hospice. - December 21, 2015 - Harbor Light Hospice
The Birches Celebrates First Year of Beekeeping with Local Honey Tasting
After completing its first season of keeping bees and harvesting honey, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. is hosting a honey tasting on December 10 for staff and residents that will include honey from The Birches, the Lisle Park District, the Bolingbrook Park District and the... - December 10, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Atlantic Shores Retirement Community Partners with Chesapeake Regional Healthcare to Expand Resident Healthcare Options
In a unique strategic alignment of two local independent organizations, Atlantic Shores Retirement Community in Virginia Beach, and Chesapeake Regional Healthcare (CRH) have joined forces to integrate CRH’s award-winning healthcare services at Atlantic Shores’ Seaside skilled nursing... - December 02, 2015 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
The Birches Gives Back and Gives Thanks
Residents and staff at The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. gave back to the community throughout the month of November by participating in two fundraisers and creating blankets for children in need through the Linus Project. - December 01, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Birches’ Breathe Program Promotes Stress Reduction Among Seniors
At the Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill., residents are learning new methods for handling stress through the month-long program “Breathe: A Stress Resilience Plan by Masterpiece Living.” - November 26, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
CareKinesis Receives DEA Approval for Electronic Prescriptions for Controlled Substances (EPCS) EireneRxCS™ v1.0 by CareKinesis Certified by InfoGard Laboratories
CareKinesis proprietary medication decision-support and e-prescribing platform, EireneRxCS, has been approved for the electronic prescribing of controlled substances as a result of receiving Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) certification. - November 23, 2015 - CareKinesis
Harbor Light Hospice Provides Palliative Care Resources Online
Harbor Light Hospice has recently released brand new online resources for patients and families who are seeking comprehensive information about palliative care in the United States. - November 19, 2015 - Harbor Light Hospice
Monica Monici, the Scientific Director of ASAlaser Scientific Research Department, was Elected ELGRA President
Dr Monica Monici was appointed to a high office in the non-profit International Scientific Society devoted to the promotion of scientific research under various gravity conditions. - November 19, 2015 - ASA srl
Harbor Light Hospice Releases Online Hospice Care Resource
Harbor Light Hospice has recently released brand new online resources for patients and families who are seeking comprehensive information about hospice care in the United States. - November 13, 2015 - Harbor Light Hospice
Atlantic Shores Retirement Community Wins Top Award at MOCA House of Blues and Brews Competition
Culinary Honor Continues Tradition of Award-Winning Cuisine for Upscale Retirement Community - November 12, 2015 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Pianist Brings Charm of Classic Show Tunes to The Birches
Pianist Pat Woods performs his repertoire of Broadway show tunes and movie tunes from the 1950s and 60s monthly at The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, as well as many other assisted and independent living communities in suburban Chicagoland. - November 11, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
The Scientific Journal Highlights ASAlaser’s Commitment in Research
The company from Vicenza, leader in the study and implementation of laser’s therapeutic solutions, celebrates the first 7 years of Energy for Health, a magazine devoted to physical therapy. - November 01, 2015 - ASA srl
Advice on 102nd Birthday: Getting Older Doesn’t Necessarily Make You Any More Brilliant
Alma Bonebreak celebrated her 102nd birthday at Wellsprings Residence. - October 23, 2015 - Wellsprings Residence
Immanuel Pathways PACE Chooses CareKinesis for Its Pharmacy Services Provider
CareKinesis partners with health care organizations to provide personalized medication therapy management and pharmacy services for high-risk populations. The results are enhanced medication-related outcomes and greater operational efficiency. - October 22, 2015 - CareKinesis
ASAlaser Launches ASAveterinary APP
This application dedicated to the use of MLS® Laser therapy in the vet sector was created as a result of the technological research carried out by the company that leads the production of laser therapy solutions. This useful instrument, which is ready to use, is perfect for sector professionals. - October 10, 2015 - ASA srl
National Research Recognizes Van Dyk Montclair for Quality Performance
VDHC Montclair Selected for Excellence in Action Award. - October 09, 2015 - Van Dyk Health Care
Senior Relocation USA Partners with Dallas-Area Retirement Communities to Help Seniors Sell Their Homes
As the senior living market booms, a growing number of retirement communities in North Texas are using Senior Relocation USA to help seniors move into senior housing. - October 08, 2015 - Hunsicker Senior Living Services
Dental Services Experts Lumina HealthCare Sign Service Contract with Woods Health Services
Los Angeles, CA leaders for comprehensive on-site dental services, Lumina HealthCare have recently announced the company has signed a service contract with Woods Health Services. The contract means that Lumina HealthCare will now be providing the 74-bed La Verne, CA-based skilled nursing facility... - October 01, 2015 - Lumina Healthcare
The Birches Gets Adventurous for Active Aging Week
From September 28 to October 3, The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills is celebrating Active Aging Week with activities and events that encourage Birches residents and associates to stay vibrant and adventurous no matter what their age. The Birches’ theme for Active Aging Week 2015... - October 01, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Birches’ Dementia Education Series Kicks Off with Surprising Secret to Dementia Communication
Tami Neumann delivered a presentation at The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills on September 22 titled “IMPROVe Dementia Communication©” with fellow dementia care expert Catherine Braxton. The presentation highlighted the surprising benefits that come from applying the rules of improv comedy to dementia communication. - September 27, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Birches Residents Build Mental Muscles Through Neurobics
Residents of The Birches Assisted Living in Clarendon Hills, Ill. spent the month of August flexing their mental muscles through neurobics— a form of mental exercise that engages different parts of the brain. - September 13, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Unique One-Day Summer Camp Brings Seniors and Kids Together to Play at Atlantic Shores
Summer Camp is not just for kids anymore, as the third annual Atlantic Shores Daycamp with Rainbow Station proved. This popular, free annual event for the young and the young at heart paired 25 children, age 10-13 from Rainbow Station of Virginia Beach, and 15 residents age 60 and up from Atlantic... - August 29, 2015 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Kicking Up Some Fun at Harbourway at Atlantic Shores
A good old good time was had by all at the Country Western Fair at Harbourway at Atlantic Shores in Virginia Beach, Virginia. This popular annual event for Harbourway staff, friends and family featured a petting zoo, jump house, face painting, cotton candy, and photo opportunities with a life-size... - August 29, 2015 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Los Angeles, California-Based Lumina Healthcare Signs On-Site Dentistry Services Contract with Lifehouse Bakersfield Healthcare Center
Los Angeles, California-based specialists for on-site dentistry services, Lumina HealthCare have recently signed a service contract with LifeHouse Bakersfield Healthcare Center. This latest contract means that Lumina will be providing the Bakersfield, California facility’s patients with... - August 29, 2015 - Lumina Healthcare
Lumina HealthCare Signs Contract to Provide On-Site Dentistry Services to Parkview Healthcare Center
Los Angeles, CA-based dental services leaders Lumina HealthCare have just announced that the company has signed a working contract with Parkview Healthcare Center. The new contract will ensure that the Lumina HealthCare team provides the residents of the 184-bed Parkview Healthcare Center facility... - August 29, 2015 - Lumina Healthcare
Monarch Expert Brings Butterflies to The Birches
Patricia Miller, a conservation specialist for the nonprofit Monarch Watch, visited The Birches to talk about monarchs and give residents the opportunity to interact with these fascinating insects first-hand. - August 21, 2015 - The Birches Assisted Living
Howard Gottlieb Listed in Top 10 of Long Term Care Specialists in Nation
Every year the American Association for Long-Term Care Insurance lists the nation's top specialists in LTC Planning. Howard Gottlieb, a 15 year veteran with LTC Insurance Consultants was listed among the nation’s top 10. - August 20, 2015 - LTC Insurance Consultants
Atlantic Shores Retirement Community Puppy Grows to Find His True Path
From the day he arrived as an 8 week-old puppy at Atlantic Shores Retirement Community in Virginia Beach, Virginia, black lab Godrick has profoundly touched hundreds of lives. More than three years later, this special dog has found his path, and is making a monumental impact on the family he was... - August 12, 2015 - Atlantic Shores Retirement Community
Dental Services Experts Lumina HealthCare Signs Contract with Park Central Care & Rehabilitation Center
Los Angeles, CA-based dental services experts, Lumina HealthCare have recently announced that they’ve signed a service contract with the 99-bed skilled nursing facility Park Central Care & Rehabilitation Center. The service contract will involve Lumina HealthCare’s on-site dental... - August 05, 2015 - Lumina Healthcare
Lumina HealthCare Signs Contract to Provide Dental Services to St. Francis Convalescent Pavilion
Los Angeles, California-based experts for on-site dentistry services, Lumina HealthCare have just announced they’ve signed a contract with St. Francis Convalescent Pavilion to provide dental services to the Daly City, California facility’s residents. As part of the new service contract,... - August 05, 2015 - Lumina Healthcare