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New Research Shows Best Recovery Option After Hospital Stay
According to the findings of researchers at The University of Chicago, the best recovery option to avoid re-hospitalization is still Skilled Nursing Communities. The study notes that care intensity and duration are more likely to suffer when a patient is dealing with untrained caregivers in non-facility settings. Furthermore, the study states, "Our findings suggest that home…
Rehab Success: Building a rapport that will carry on forever
Homer "Butch" Bloodhart joined Kingston of Ashland, after suffering multiple falls at home in a 2 week time period, for rehab and safe alternative discharge planning. His presence and success left a big mark on Kingston's staff, especially Ashley Simmons, who shares Butch's story and the impact that it made on her life. '"When I…
Alice’s Continued Progress after Back Surgery includes Tai-Chi and Water Aerobics
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meo4UBQSPwY "Let me introduce myself…I am an eighty something year old who comes to disability with knowledge of the care of persons that physical impairments require. (47 years as an R.N. with my last 10 years in acute Rehab @ Metro in Cleveland) Well, after 2 MAJOR back surgeries, and then the final blow when…
Judith’s Journey to Better Mobility
When Judith arrived at Kingston she was initially not able to bear weight on her leg which made her mobility very difficult. Judith knew she had a long road of recovery in front of her when her doctor said that she would now be able to wear her shoe and begin rehabilitation but she was…
Marianne shares her gratitude with White Chicken Chili
Marianne was with us for a short but impactful time as she recovered to return home. After a few weeks of hard work with the therapy team, she was glad that she chose Kingston because of the “good people” as she says. She was happy to have staff and family supporting her and felt that…
Ruth Returns Home Stronger
When Ruth arrived at Kingston she was initially challenged with limited weight bearing on her leg which always made walking harder and more confusing. Dedicated and focused, Ruth began a 10 week rehab process at Kingston to get stronger and return home. Her family chose Kingston because her Orthopedic surgeon's recommendation and other positive feedback…
Emma surprises her son with her progress
The Kingston Therapy Team has had the pleasure of working with Emma for rehab while she was a Kingston of Ashland. Prior to her stay Emma lived in a condo independently but was worried that she was losing her independence. On her first day of therapy Emma was only able to stand for 3 minutes…
8 Factors and Interview Signs for Nurses to Find the Best Place to Work
There are many decisions nurses make while navigating through their nursing career. Choosing the right employer may be the most important. Whether you are an experienced nurse of 30 years or choosing your first employer out of school, being aware of critical employer differences can vitally impact your engagement, productivity, personal well-being and career satisfaction.…
