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SENIOR LIVING NEWS AT GREEN HILL
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Green Hill Earns Five-Star Rating for Quality by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
West Orange, New Jersey, January 4, 2019; Non-profit Green Hill Senior Living in West Orange, New Jersey, has earned the highest standard of excellence in nursing care, a Five-Star Rating by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services(CMS). The Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) developed the Star Rating System to provide consumers with… read more
Why Memory Screenings are Beneficial for Seniors and Those Concerned about Memory Loss
Every time Becky forgets a word or misplaces her keys she gets scared that she has Alzheimer’s disease. At 63 Becky understands she is not considered a senior citizen and tries to laugh off her memory lapses as ‘senior moments’. Considering all that she has read about the rising rate of dementia, she wonders whether… read more
Green Hill Wins 2018 Best of Essex Silver Medal
Green Hill Inc. has been awarded the silver medal in the Best of Essex 2018 contest in the category of senior living. The highly competitive competition included over a dozen other senior living facilities in Essex County. The contest, sponsored by Vicinity Publications, requires Essex County businesses to encourage supporters to vote online for their… read more
Happy and Healthy Holidays To You and Your Elders
The holidays are a wonderful time to share with the older adults in your life. Keep in mind a few simple tips to ensure that your holidays go smoothly for you and your loved ones. Gift Giving with Purpose Consider interactive gifts like games or crafts that can provide an activity for senior loved ones… read more
Why Inpatient Rehabilitation is the Best Option for Seniors
John knew that his dad was only one hip fracture away from needing full time senior care services. At 80, John Sr is frail and shows some signs of cognitive decline. Yet it doesn’t stop him from doing his own shopping, housework and even sweeping the leaves off his front steps. John Jr has wanted… read more
2nd Annual LGBT Senior Housing and Care Expo May 19, 2018
The 2nd annual LGBT Senior Housing and Care Expo will be held on May 19th, 2019 10 AM to 4 PM. Pioneering Pathways, Integrating LGBT Affirming Practices into Senior Living will include vendors and educational seminars. A networking lunch is provided to pre-registered participants. This event is FREE and open to the public. Sessions include:… read more
Importance of Flu Shots and Other Inoculations for Seniors
It is that time of year again when people start getting colds and flu symptoms. Angie knows her coworkers will be spreading these illnesses around the office. Caring for her senior mother at home, Angie must be diligent about not getting sick or exposing her mother to germs. To prevent the flu, Angie will be… read more
5 Invacare Recliner Chairs Donated to Green Hill by Rose Art Foundation
5 Invacare Recliner Chairs Donated to Green Hill by Rose Art Foundation. West Orange, NJ October 11, 2018; A luncheon was held on October 10th, at Green Hill Senior Living in West Orange for Mrs. Varda Yoran and the Rose Art Foundation in recognition of their donation of five deluxe Invacare Recliners, a reclining wheelchair… read more
Free & Discount Tickets Available for Changing Aging Events When You Book a Personalized Tour of Green Hill By Oct 31st
2018 Changing Aging Tour Comes to Green Hill The 3-day Tour will be held November 7th through 9th The Changing Aging Tour is coming to northern New Jersey and spending time at Green Hill Senior Living in West Orange. The Changing Aging Tour helps communities become more age-friendly. The program is a remarkable 3-day spectacle utilizing… read more
Best Life: Supporting Individuals with Dementia for a Rich and Rewarding Life
Best Life Training. Seventeen GH staff members participated in this intensive, Part 1, 3-day seminar. Americans are living longer and generally healthier lives due to advances in medicine, healthcare and a clearer understanding of the connection between nutrition and exercise. We are also becoming more familiar with the neurocognitive disorder called dementia that can accompany… read more