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Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing on Whether to Resume Healthcare Visits

With no real end in sight to the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us have put off routine medical visits in order to reduce our risk of contracting the novel coronavirus.

While the virus is still prevalent in communities in the area and across the country, many are wondering if it’s safe to reschedule and make those appointments that may have been canceled in the spring or summer.

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has a look at the CDC guidelines and experts’ opinions on the topic.

Call Your Healthcare Provider

Your doctor or their team will be able to give you the most prudent advice, but the general consensus is that physicals, screenings, and other preventative services are now safe to conduct. Ask your healthcare provider what precautions they are taking to keep COVID-19 out of their facility. They are likely conducting temperature screenings, providing extra hand sanitizer, and requiring the use of masks. Many facilities also have separate entrances or buildings for those experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, so ask if you will be kept separate from that group.

Get Vaccinated

Now is the time to get your annual flu vaccine (along with others like the pneumonia vaccine, if deemed necessary). There are fears the health system can be overburdened if it’s having to deal with COVID-19 and flu patients at the same time, so do your part and get the vaccinated for the flu, which is 100% covered by most health plans.

Risk of Not Getting Care

As with any medical opinion or procedure, doctors have to weigh the benefits of getting treatment against the risk of not doing it. Contracting COVID-19 during a routine healthcare appointment has not been a major concern during the pandemic, so most doctors are going to recommend that you resume getting services that require in-person visits. In the meantime, you can still do telemedicine appointments if you do not need to physically see a doctor, and some offices even allow email or messaging options through patient portals. 

To learn more about Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing and all of the services they offer, visit http://granville-center.facilities.centershealthcare.org/. 

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing With 5 Ways to Ease Isolation While Social Distancing

While extra measures are being taken to keep seniors and others who are vulnerable to adverse effects from COVID-19 safe during the pandemic, there has unfortunately been a mental and emotional toll taken. This includes elderly being unable to see friends or family, or even if they are, perhaps being unable to get a hug due to social distancing efforts. Fortunately, there are some tactics that can help.

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing would like to share five ways to ease isolation during the pandemic.

  1. Embrace Modern Technology

You’re never too old to learn something new, and this includes technology! If you haven’t embraced the wonders of video calls through FaceTime, Skype, or Zoom yet, don’t wait any longer! Be sure to have a device capable of one of these methods and enlist in the help of a friend or relative to get you set up if you need assistance.

  1. Get Outside

Even if you’re unable to move around too much for a walk or jog around the block, just getting outside to sit on the porch is a big help. The sunshine and fresh air will likely improve your mood, and you can greet neighbors as they pass by.

  1. Be Physically Active

Tying into the last point, being as physically active as you can helps ward off feelings of depression and anxiety. You also might be able to find a socially distant yoga class or other exercise program in your area.

  1. Eat Well

Your diet can also play a big part in your mood. A diet rich in fruits and vegetables can increase the production of hormones that make you happy.

  1. Don’t Dwell on Bad News

Keeping the TV on the news or scrolling through social media for too long can get you down. If you need to stay updated, check in 10 to 15 minutes in the morning and at night to get your news fix and that’s it.

 

To learn more about Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing and all of the services they offer, visit http://granville-center.facilities.centershealthcare.org/.

 

Centers Health Care is Stronger Together

This summer Centers Health Care is Stronger Together

A reflection of our unity, our strength and our ties to the communities we serve.

We are committed to providing an empowering circle of care. Top healthcare professionals in every field play a critical role in our mission to deliver a patient-centered life cycle that makes us all stronger. Our leadership, experience and expertise in post-acute healthcare all lead to successful outcomes.

Danny Prero, Administrator at Williamsbridge Center, describes how he experiences the circle at his facility: “I’m a firm believer in working hard, working together, and paying it forward. My mission is to guide my team toward a common goal and outcome—improving the lives of all those who come through our doors in need of our care. I inspire my team to achieve success, and they inspire me by their great work.”

This summer, as you get to know why we are stronger together, you will also have the opportunity to learn something…and win something, including a Roku TV, a trip for 2, and more. All you have to do is learn the facts: Did you know that Centers Health Care partners with over 2,000 hospitals and health providers, that the average therapy department at Centers has over 140 years of combined experience, and each year we achieve over 22,000 successful rehabilitation stays? There is real strength—and some pretty cool prizes—in those numbers!

We are also recognizing our healthcare hero partners at regional hospitals, serving up complimentary ice cream or donuts to the staff at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, Bassett Medical Center in Cooperstown, Saratoga Hospital in Saratoga Springs, Jacobi Medical Center in the Bronx, and NYU Langone Hospital in Brooklyn to name just a few. Watch our donut extravaganza in action, courtesy of Centers Health Care.

 

 

The bottom line is: Centers Health Care is making a difference in people’s lives.

These are just three of the many examples from around Centers Health Care that remind us of the wonderful stories we can share because we are stronger together.

Last, but certainly not least, the campaign highlights inspiring true stories of patients and residents who have benefitted from the Centers Circle of Care, demonstrating the real-life power and success of the Stronger Together promise.

Did you enter for your chance to win?

 

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing With 5 Household Items That Store Germs

A byproduct of all the concerns and precautions regarding COVID-19, also known as coronavirus, is that standard precautions to keep us from catching viruses are taking hold. Things like washing your hands for 20 seconds, using hand sanitizer, and not touching your face are hopefully becoming second nature.

But what about cleaning items that you touch frequently (especially now that we’re spending much more time at home)?

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has five household items that store germs and need to be cleaned frequently.

These are touched multiple times a day by multiple people. If you’re going to use a disinfecting wipe to clean them, be sure it’s well squeezed out so no liquid seeps behind the switch plate.

These aren’t only handled by you, but by several different clerks and vendors. Give them a quick clean with a wipe, but be sure to let dry before you put it back in your wallet.

You may take the trash out frequently, but don’t forget about cleaning the can itself. Wash it (and a plastic liner, if applicable) with soapy water, then use a disinfecting spray like Lysol and let dry.

It’s recommended that you change toothbrushes every three months or after a cold. You’ll want to let your toothbrush air dry before putting it away, and if you leave it on the counter, be sure to close your toilet lid before flushing, as particles can land on nearby countertops. 

Toys need to be cleaned frequently since they are often touched with dirty hands. Many solid plastic toys can take a spin through the dishwasher and be fine. Check the label on stuffed toys for care instructions. Some washers and dryers have steam or sanitizing cycles, and that’s also a good option.

To learn more about Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing and all of the services they offer, visit http://granville-center.facilities.centershealthcare.org/.

 

Granville Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation on 5 Things That Could Be a Thyroid Problem

If you’re having trouble getting a handle on a new health condition (anything from chronic fatigue and irregular heartbeat to anxiety and depression), you might want to have your doctor zero in on your thyroid.

The thyroid is a gland located at the base of your neck and regulates nearly all of the hormone function in your body. The American Thyroid Association says that around 12 percent of the U.S. population develops a thyroid condition in their lifetime, but 60 percent are unaware of their condition.

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is sharing five signs that you may have a thyroid problem.

If you’re getting a decent amount of sleep, yet you’re tired and sluggish during the day, have your thyroid levels checked, as these are two common signs of hypothyroidism (under-active thyroid).

On the other hand, if you’re lying awake at night instead of falling asleep relatively quickly, it could be hyperthyroidism (excess thyroid hormone). This makes things in your body speed up, which leaves you wide awake when you wish that you were in dreamland.

If your eating habits haven’t changed yet you’re becoming more constipated, it could be a sign of hypothyroidism. Alternatively, additional bouts of prolonged diarrhea (or using the bathroom more frequently than usual) can be signs of an overactive thyroid.

Feeling internally hot can be a sign of many things, including menopause and having too much caffeine. It can also, however, be a sign of hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism can have the opposite effect, leaving you feeling cold when others may be comfortable.

Hair loss can be associated with a thyroid disorder due to deficiencies in iron and Vitamin B that are common with the condition. You can also differentiate between hair loss to due a thyroid condition and normal male pattern baldness – thyroid-related hair loss will occur on the entire scalp instead of just in certain areas.

To learn more about Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing and all of the services they offer, visit https://centershealthcare.com/granville_center/.

 

Extraordinary Individuals: #CentersHeroes

A message from CEO, Kenny Rozenberg, to #CentersHeroes:

Our thanks—and our hearts—go out to you.

I’ve never been more proud of—or awed by—the Centers Health Care teams across our network and throughout our facilities. At this critical time, in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, all of you—administrators, therapists, nurses and nurses aides, social workers, hospital liaisons, receptionists, recreational, food and cleaning staffs—have stood up and met the challenge head on. You are the best. You are the bravest. You are Centers Heroes!

 

 Watch our #CentersHeroes in action. 


 

Every day, without fail, you demonstrate the courage to step up—and the commitment to safeguard the health and wellbeing of our patients, residents and your co-workers. The world is changing. You are not…because I’ve seen it with my own eyes: you have always been steadfast in your dedication and courage.

I want to highlight a #CentersHero, Shellan Robinson, LPN at Ellicott Center. “I love what I do. I can’t think of anything more rewarding than being a nurse: taking care of people in need, easing their pain, comforting and engaging them. In the last several months, with the arrival of COVID-19, we have experienced dramatic new challenges in our work. But one thing remains the same: I still love what I do.” Click here to read more

Shellan’s story is just one of many—stories of the unsung heroes throughout Centers Health Care. We honor you. We salute you. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts. You are our heroes.

Our partners at the Buffalo Sabres also recognize and salute our #CentersHeroes. Goaltender Carter Hutton, sends a shoutout to you all:

“On behalf of the Sabres, I want to say thank you to our friends at Centers Health Care. You show up every single day to help prevent Covid-19. Your support is great for the community. Thanks for keeping us safe.”

Watch the full video of Carter here

I know this is not easy—for you or your families. The pandemic may in fact be the greatest challenge you ever face. But you have proven by your every day actions—by your commitment and your compassion—that you are up to the challenge.

I want to join the Sabres in thanking every #CentersHero…as well as all healthcare workers and first responders on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Special Perks for Special Healthcare Workers—Like You.

Take advantage of these special FREE resources now available to healthcare workers and first responders.

 

Companies across New York and across the country are stepping up to support health care workers who are on the frontlines of the fight against COVID-19. Please explore these resources. Thanks for your hard work. You deserve all the help you get!

 

Allbirds

Allbirds is donating shoes to the medical community. They’ve already given out $500,000 worth.
Email together@allbirds.com for your free pair of wool runners.

 

Krispy Kreme

Krispy Kreme is offering anyone in the medical community a dozen doughnuts, free of charge. Valid every Monday through May 11.
“Just go to a Krispy Kreme drive-thru and show us your employer badge. That’s it,” the company said. “Pick up some free dozens on the way to work for you and your colleagues, or maybe a free dozen on your way home to family after a long shift.”

 

Sweetgreen

Sweetgreen is delivering free salads and bowls to hospital workers.

 

Hertz Car Rentals

Hertz is offering NYC healthcare workers a free rental car, up to 1 month! 

 

Starbucks Coffee

A free tall hot or iced brewed coffee to anyone that identifies themselves as a COVID-19 front line responder through May 3rd.

 

Uber Eats

Uber Eats has pledged to give 300,000 free meals to first responders and health care workers.

 

Four Seasons Hotel

The Four Seasons Hotel on 57th Street will provide FREE lodging to doctors, nurses & medical personnel currently working to respond to the pandemic.
The hotel, like many, is closed due to COVID-19 until 4/15. But healthcare workers can call the hotel at 212-758-5700 to book a free room.

 

Crocs Shoes

Get a free pair of crocs to help you, while you help us alot.

 

AirBnb

Providing health care professionals, relief workers and first responders free or subsidized housing.

 

Childcare

Westchester Childcare

All school districts in Westchester County are now providing childcare for children ages 5 to 12 for healthcare workers and first responders with no other childcare options.

New York City Childcare

Regional Enrichment Centers—places where the children of front-line workers can be safely cared for while their parents continue to serve the city in this time of need.

Long Island Childcare

Emergency childcare is available for residents of Nassau and Suffolk County.

 

For more special perks and discounts, click here. 

How to use Facetime to talk to friends and loves ones

How to use Facetime to talk to friends and loves ones

Available to iPhone and iPad users

 

  1. In the Facetime app, tap the plus button and type the person’s phone number or email address.
  2. Tap the number or address, then tap Audio or Video.
  3. If you have the person’s phone number or email address saved in your contacts, you can start typing their name and tap the name when it appears.

Once you have made the call, the next time you open the app, their name will appear when you open the app. Simply tap on their name.

How to use WhatsApp to talk to your loved ones

How to use Whatsapp to talk to your loved ones

Simple:

  1. Install Whatsapp on your phone.
  2. Tap on Whatsapp.
  3. Tap on the contact you want to call.
  4. Tap on the movie camera icon.
  5. You’re on!

How to use Skype to talk to friends and loved ones

How to use Skype to talk to friends and loved ones.

  1. Check for a webcam.Be sure your computer has a webcam. On most laptops, the webcam will look like a small hole in the top border of the screen.

 

  1. Install Skype.Depending on whether or not you have a Mac or a PC, the download link is different.

 

  1. Follow installer instructions.The Skype download should start automatically and the installer will guide you through how to install the program.

 

  1. Open Skype.After the program is finished installing, open up Skype. If you have trouble finding the program, follow these instructions for Mac or PC.

 

  1. Click on a contact.In the left side of your screen, you will see a list of contacts if you have added any. Click on the name to open up a conversation with that person.

 

  1. Start a video call.To start a video call, you must first be in a conversation with a contact. The instructions are slightly different for Mac and PC users.

 

  1. End the call when done.End the call by pressing the red button on the bottom of the video call window. The icon looks like a red circle with a white phone inside of the circle.