A Guest Post by Emmanuel Hospice When imagining hospice, people may picture nurses making home visits or social workers supporting families through difficult conversations. Less visible, but an equally important part of the care team, is the hospice medical director. At Emmanuel Hospice, that’s Dr. Jordan Sall. He’s the physician helping guide care behind the…
A guest post by Emmanuel Hospice One diagnosis often surprises families when it qualifies a loved one for hospice care: dementia. Many people associate hospice with illnesses that follow a rapid or more predictable decline, such as cancer, but dementia is also a terminal condition that can significantly affect quality of life and life expectancy….
Growing older does not have to mean slowing down. At Clark Retirement Community, we believe healthy aging is about living with energy, purpose, and joy, no matter your age. The choices you make each day such as how you move, eat, think, and connect, can help you maintain independence, protect your memory, and enrich your…
Equine Therapy is an integral part of Clark’s Life Enrichment programming for all residents – from independent to memory care, and assisted living to skilled nursing. Research shows that Equine Therapy offers many benefits including reduced anxiety, less feeling of depression and isolation, increased self-esteem, and even better social and communication skills. These peaceful animals…
