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National Kazoo Day

Residents at Hillcrest Health and Rehabilitation Center had a lot of fun the other day on National Kazoo Day. All were given the popular noise maker during their events that day, including bingo.

communitcation: Smiling senior patient sitting on wheelchair with nurse supporting her. Doctor looking at elderly patient on a wheelchair in the garden. Nurse holding hand of mature woman outside pension home.

Dementia Communication Techniques

It can be difficult to communicate with someone who suffers from Alzheimer’s and/or dementia. The damage to their brains have altered the way they hear, process, and respond to certain conversations. This is why caregivers or family members need to learn new techniques that adapts to the older adults way of thinking. There are 6…

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Provider Magazine interview

Hillcrest Health and Rehabilitation Center would like to congratulate their very own, Christy Hinkle, for being recognized by Provider Magazine. Christy is a long-term care social service director and with her bright smile and big heart, she brightens the days of each resident as she helps them to cope with changes in their lives. They…

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Happy New Year 2020

Residents and staff at Hillcrest Health and Rehabilitation Center gathered in the dining room to celebrate the New Year with finger foods, sparkling grape juice, and lots of noise makers. Hope everyone had a happy and safe New Year.