Signs that a Senior Needs Assisted Living and/or Skilled Nursing Care
During the holiday season, families spend more time together. This increased one-on-one time in the presence of a senior loved one can enlighten family members regarding the level of care and/or safety that he/she may
Holiday Visits with Seniors in Skilled Nursing Facilities
The holidays are soon here, and we encourage you to make it special with holiday visits with seniors in skilled nursing facilities. There are so many things you can do to connect and make the
Why The Skilled Resident Care Nursing Team Wants Your Input
"Listen to those you serve, and you can serve them well." Because of Pacific Care Center's desire for a high level of care, we do our best to listen to our residents and to their
Recommended Personal Items for a Skilled Resident Care Stay
Recommended personal items for a skilled resident care stay at Pacific Care Center enhance a resident's comfort and personal hygiene. In general, the items that we recommend residents bring with them include personal clothing for indoor
Why Doctors Refer Patients to Skilled Nursing Facilities
Skilled nursing care is not just for individuals going through the process of aging. Our residents and patients at Pacific Care Center come to us for a variety of reasons. In a skilled nursing care
Visiting Someone in Skilled Nursing Care – Dos & Don’ts
When your loved one enters a skilled nursing care facility, you may feel uncomfortable about visiting him/her. But there's no reason to feel timid about visiting family or friends who are being cared for by skilled
Influenza (flu) Vaccine for Seniors
Influenza (flu) vaccine for seniors is an important consideration for each individual's long-term healthcare needs. Influenza is a contagious disease that spreads across the United States each year, usually between the months of October and
Creating the Best Quality of Life for Seniors
As we care for the senior members of our families and communities, we wonder, “How do I create the best quality of life for them?” This is an excellent question to ask, and one that