Visiting a loved one with Alzheimer’s can elicit a variety of emotion; you maybe unsure of what to say or what activities to do with your loved one when you visit. As a facility that specializes in dementia and Alzheimer’s care we support our residents, the caregivers, and our staff in the fight against this… Read more»
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Generations at Rock Island Participates in Walk for Alzheimer’s
On September 17th Generations at Rock Island was a sponsor as well as participated in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s for Quad Cities in Moline, IL. Our facility prepared weeks before by setting a financial goal and fundraising through various ways. We also promoted our fundraising efforts on Facebook and Twitter. We are one of… Read more»
Generations at Rock Island Sponsors Alzheimer’s Association’s “Moments Remembered” Event
On Friday June 17th Generations at Rock Island was proud to be a silver sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Association Moments Remembered at the Quad City Botanical Center. Moments Remembered is designed for those with Alzheimer’s or related dementias. Often after losing words, people battling this condition can still express thoughts, emotions, feelings and more through… Read more»
May is National Blood Pressure Month
Generations Healthcare Network and its facilities care about the health of our residents. Blood pressure monitoring is an integral part of a resident’s health and is monitored on a continuing basis. May is National High Blood Pressure Awareness month and on average over 67 million people – 1 in 3 US adults have high blood… Read more»
Introducing Generations at Rock Island
We are pleased to announce Rock Island Nursing & Rehabilitation Center will be now be known as Generations at Rock Island. The name Generations is more than just a name and it was not one that was chosen lightly. It represents our core belief in family values, and the trust generations of families have placed in… Read more»
When Someone You Love Is on a Ventilator
This article is intended to help you understand what a ventilator is and how it helps your loved one. After reviewing the information should you decide you have further questions, please be sure to ask your doctor, nurse, or respiratory therapist. What is a ventilator? A ventilator is a machine that helps your loved one… Read more»
Breathing easier at being 84-pounds lighter…and counting
Upon admission to Generations at Rock Island, Anthony was ventilator-dependent and weighed 410lbs. With our multi-disciplinary plan is now off the ventilator and has become more active, and has already lost 84 pounds. He is confident he will reach his goal of losing 56 more pounds and returning home to Alabama.
The Value of Art and Music to Nursing Home Residents
Providing residents with stimulating activities is an important part of the care given by Generations at Rock Island. Our activities programs are designed for all levels of participatory ability. From lively discussions, card games, trivia and current events, to outings and performances in-house, our activity programs are designed to appeal to each resident’s physical, mental… Read more»
Common Questions About Heart Failure
1) What is heart failure? Heart Failure does not mean the heart has stopped working, rather the heart’s pumping power is weaker than normal. With heart failure, blood moves through the heart and body at a slower rate, and pressure in the heart increases. 2) Who is at risk for developing heart failure? Risk factors… Read more»
Understanding Behaviors From Alzheimer’s: Language & Visual Perception
Often families express concern about understanding behavior changes that the Alzheimer’s patient exhibits. Families will often ask whether or not the patient’s behavior is related to the disease, i.e. “Is the disease doing it or are they upset with me?” I will attempt to explain some of these changes based on my experience and educational… Read more»
