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Centers Health Care is moving forward, beyond the pandemic, leading the way into the future of post-acute healthcare. It is moving into a world of new possibilities and innovations.

We are moving our patients in our gyms and in their hearts.  Centers Health Care is all about touching lives, families, and communities—moving them all to a place that nurtures and sustains them, whether in rehab or in life.

Centers is moving our patients and our residents to get stronger, to improve their lives, and achieve their ultimate goals—physically, mentally, and emotionally. We’re making our move across healthcare. Let’s get moving!

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing With 4 Upgrades That You Likely Don’t Need

If you’re familiar with sales and customer service, once someone is hooked on a product, then it’s time for the upsell. Oftentimes, however, the higher end of several products contains features that you don’t need.

This goes for both big-ticket items and everyday products and services. Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has the details on four upgrades that you likely don’t need to spend your money on.

  1. Internet Service

Most internet service providers will start trying to sell you at 500 megabytes or 1,000 megabytes (1 gigabyte), but it’s rare that you will need that much speed—that’s generally reserved for people who play games over the internet on fast computers or video game systems. Those speeds will be around $75, while you can get 200 MB for around $30. If you’re using Wi-Fi for a couple of smart phones, tablets, and a streaming device or two, that will suit you well for less than half the price.

  1. Gasoline

Premium gas used to be around 10 or 20 cents more per gallon than regular unleaded, but now that number is closer to an additional 60 to 70 cents per gallon. And studies have found that cars designed to run on regular unleaded (87 octane) show no increase in performance when midgrade or premium fuel is used.

  1. Televisions

First it was HD, then 4K, and now 8K. But while there was a significant jump from standard 4:3 TV to 16:9 high definition, the differences to 4K and 8K are more subtle and may not even be noticeable to the untrained eye. The 8K may not be worth the hundreds of extra dollars is costs right now.

  1. Humidifiers

You may have humidifiers around your house to combat the dry winter air, but don’t automatically splurge on the biggest model. A humidifier’s size should be proportional to the room it’s being used in. If the unit is too big for the space it’s in, not only are you wasting money on a unit that’s too big, but the size could lead to dust mites, mold, and other issues for making the environment too moist.

 

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 on a Welcomed Increase Coming to Social Security Payments

Social Security payments are about to increase by more in one year than they have in nearly 40 years.

Recipients in the program, which totals around 70 million, will see a 5.9% increase in Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income payments in 2022. The boost in payments is being attributed to cost-of-living increases, which are measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index (CPI).

For seniors on a fixed income, this is excellent news, as around 40% of recipients receive at least half of their income from Social Security. The cost-of-living increase in Social Security hasn’t reached 6% since 1983. Over the last decade, the increases averaged 1.7%. In 2015, it didn’t increase at all, and the highest raise in that span was a 3.6% increase in 2011. Going into 2021, the increase was a modest 1.3%.

The CPI measures the costs of goods and services like food, energy, and medical care. It rose 6% in a 12-month span from July 2020 to July 2021.

Social Security recipients will receive a notice in the mail in December notifying them of their new payment, which will start in January.

The average benefit will rise to $1,657 per month, which is a $92 increase over this year.

Economists say that this year’s inflation is so high because of economies trying to recover after the COVID-19 pandemic caused shutdowns for so much of 2020. Airfares, restaurant meals, and other items saw price increases last winter and spring as businesses tried to rebound from the lockdown, and there are still product shortages and supply-chain issues that have caused a rise in fuel prices, cars, and even rent.

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 6 Foods That Stay Fresher Outside the Refrigerator

As people become more and more familiar with refrigerators as a part of their life as the generations go on, many people assume as a rule that food will stay fresher in the fridge.

That, however, isn’t always the case.

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing is detailing six foods that are not only fine at room temperature, but they actually stay fresher outside the refrigerator.

  1. Avocados

Once they ripen, yes, avocados can be put in the fridge to extend their life before they get too soft. But prior to them achieving the perfect ripeness, they should be stored at room temperature so they ripen more quickly.

  1. Fresh Herbs

Popular herbs, including basil, are best off left at room temperature and with the stems sitting in water. This will extend the freshness of the herbs and have them keep their flavor as well.

  1. Bell Peppers

It can get especially confusing for products like bell peppers that are kept in the refrigerated section of the produce department, but the skin of the bell pepper loses its crunch when they are refrigerated.

  1. Cucumbers

Like bell peppers, cucumbers are also usually tossed in the fridge because they are refrigerated at the store. But cucumbers can get watery when stored in the fridge. If you do keep them in there, wrap them in plastic to reduce moisture from becoming an issue.

  1. Pickles

By definition, these pickled cucumbers can stay out of the fridge because they are already preserved in the pickling process.

  1. Onions

Moisture will ruin onions in the same way that it does cucumbers. Keep onions in a cool, dry place, but if you put them in the pantry, keep them unbagged and away from potatoes.

 

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 on Whether to Buy Plants or Seeds for Your Garden

If you’re looking for a hobby that’s satisfying, allows you get fresh air, and even some exercise, you may want to try gardening, especially now that the weather is ideal for planting and spending time outdoors.

But if you’re a novice or looking to expand your green-thumb footprint, you may not know where to start, and one of the biggest questions is whether you should start from scratch with seeds or but transplants to bring into your garden and give it a head start.

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has a look at five things to consider.

  1. How Much Space Do You Have?

Seeds usually need to be planted a certain distance apart in order to give them room to grow. If your space is limited, you may want to consider plants because you can visualize the use of the space better.

  1. How Much Time Do You Have?

You’ll need at least an hour per day to dedicate to caring for your seeds. Plants are much less of a time commitment.

  1. What Time of Year Is It?

Check the instructions on when the best time of year it is to plant the seeds you’re looking to grow.

  1. What Stage Is the Plant In?

Instead of going with seeds or fully grown plants, you may want to try plugs, which are plants that are starting to grow and can still be bought by the tray. This can be an economical strategy if you’re looking to build up a garden.

  1. Some Plants Require Little Effort

As the name suggests, perennials will come back each year following hard winters. And if you’re looking for something easy to start with, go with an herb garden—oregano, mint, basil, and sage are easy and popular ones.

 

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 4 Exercises to Help Curb Neck Pain

Between sitting at desks working every day and now using smartphones and other hand-held devices more often, our necks have taken years of abuse. Not to mention age-related maladies like osteoarthritis, nerve compression, and neck strains from potential injuries. It all adds up, and now you’re probably looking for some relief.

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing wants to help with that pain in your neck by offering these four exercises to dull the pain and hopefully make it a thing of the past.

  1. Side-to-Side Stretch

This simple stretch should yield good results. Start by placing your right palm on top of your head and gently move it so your right ear goes toward your right shoulder. Hold that position for 10-30 seconds. Once you gently move your head back to the center position, repeat the movement on the left side.

  1. Front-to-Back Stretch

This will stretch your neck in the north-south directions after you did it horizontally. Start by dropping your head forward so your chin gets as close to your chest as possible. Then move your head back as far as you can. Repeat that process 10 to 15 times.

  1. Get Up!

This isn’t so much a targeted neck exercise but rather, it gives your neck a break from your sedentary position and potential bad posture. Aim to take no less than a two-minute walk for every 30 minutes of sitting time. If you can make it a 10-minute walk, that’s even better!

  1. Improve Your Posture

Speaking of your posture, consciously working on improving it will ease the pressure on your neck. If you have bad posture, correct posture may feel unnatural, so you’ll have to work on it. Start by making sure your shoulders are down and pulled back, and then straighten your spine by making it as tall as possible.

 

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

 

 

COVID-19 Vaccines are Available for our Staff and Residents!

COVID-19 Vaccines are Available for our Staff and Residents!

According to the CDC:
– The vaccines are highly effective at preventing COVID-19
– They will help keep you from getting seriously ill
– They help protect your family and community
– Vaccines have received Emergency Use Authorizations from the FDA

Talk to the facility administrator or social worker—and get vaccinated today.

Protecting our patients, residents and staff from COVID-19

From the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak, our facility has followed the guidelines and recommendations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH). The safety of our residents, patients, staff and their families are our priority and we continue to take an abundance of precaution to protect them.

Our team is well-trained in the importance of proper handwashing and the use of alcohol-based sanitizer, and all are supplied with proper PPE. If they experience symptoms—such as fever or cough—they are instructed to stay home, and they must be cleared before returning to work.

Handwashing and hygiene posters are displayed throughout our facilities, and employee education and training continue based on the latest community and CDC guidelines. In addition, the COVID-19 vaccine is currently being administered throughout the Centers Health Care facilities to staff and residents alike.

For the latest news about visitation and more, please contact our facility.

Centers Health Care celebrates 25 years of experience, innovation and leadership

25 years of improving lives
25 years of compassionate care
25 years of making a difference

Experience matters and we have it.

We’re proud to be part of Centers Health Care, one of the leading post-acute care organizations in the country. 

This year, Centers Health Care is celebrating 25 years of monumental care.

As the leading post-acute healthcare network in the Northeast, Centers’ experience is unmatched, our knowledge unparalleled. We bring more accumulated expertise to the residents and patients we serve than any other post-acute provider in the country, touching more than half a million lives and achieving more than 20,000 successful rehabilitations every year.

Our remarkable insights and ground-breaking achievements over the past quarter-century are exemplary.  We have developed programs that have put our company in the top 5% nationwide for successful rehabilitations such as our specialized care units, ranging from a cardiac care unit that has been certified by the American Heart Association to vent and dialysis care.

We have developed unprecedented outreach to the communities we serve—creating units dedicated to community cultures. Centers has, in short, transformed post-acute healthcare…and that’s just the beginning.

We celebrate as we look back at our successes and look forward to our continuing triumphs.

“Over the last quarter-century,” CEO Kenny Rozenberg says, “we have gained the kind of powerful experience in post-acute healthcare that is unmatched in the industry. I am proud and honored to celebrate the 25th anniversary—and look forward to moving ahead, as we write new chapters in the story of Centers Health Care, leading the way for the next 25 years.”

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing on How to Avoid Common Home Insurance Claims

When it comes to the protection and maintenance of property, a little bit of preparation goes a long way. Spending a little money today can prevent you from having to take on a large expense in the future. 

Granville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing has a look at three common homeowner’s insurance claims and how you can avoid them. 

 

 

Standard water coverage from homeowner’s insurance usually covers all types of water damage except what would be caused by a flood. This covers burst pipes and other malfunctions. Easy ways to make sure water will stay away from where it’s not supposed to go include: cleaning your gutters twice a year, test your sump pump regularly, and change your washing machine hoses every five years. You’ll also want to set up water-detection devices, which can be hooked up to your Wi-Fi and will alert you immediately if they’re set off.

 

 

Make your home less attractive to potential bad guys by taking several simple steps. The first is not to hide a spare key in common places around your house; either leave one with a neighbor or in an area far away from the house. Make sure all windows and doors remain locked, and position floodlights (these can be motion-sensor lights) so there’s always light around the entrances. For additional peace of mind, a home alarm system will offer added protection and even give you a discount on your insurance premiums.

 

 

These storms usually don’t come out of nowhere, so if high winds or hail is in the forecast, be sure to secure outdoor items like grills, sports equipment, and outdoor furniture. Also, get trees trimmed every year or two, and make sure there are no loose or damaged pieces of roofing or siding on your home.

 

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