Choosing where to continue one's rehabilitation following a hospital stay, is a crucial decision that affects the quality and length of one's recovery. A bad choice, meaning a facility that is not well-equipped with the expertise to treat your specific condition, can result in poor outcomes, a prolonged rehabilitation process, or even worse, rehospitalization. Read More...
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Caring for Our Veterans
The recent bipartisan effort to expand veterans' access to long term and post-acute care services is a positive step in properly caring for our aging veterans who sacrificed so much for our country. Read More...
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Featured Events for the Healthcare Professional |
Cruise for Credits with Specialty RX
Specialty RX and Staff Blue are hosting an event aboard The Atlantis Cruise Ship to take place Tuesday, August 19th, 2014. The boat will be departing from Pier 9 at Sheepshead Bay promptly at 9:30am. A Kosher Continental Breakfast will be served as well as a Buffet Lunch. The Seminar will feature Laurie Loughney of Longtree and Associates who will be speaking about the role of Social Media in the Long Term Care Setting. Register online at www.signatureeventsny.com
Cocktails at The Waterford on the Bay
On August 21st, drinks and entertainment will be served up at The Waterford on the Bay. Come down and enjoy the beautiful relaxing view of Sheepshead bay with a drink in your hand. RSVP 718-891-8400
Help Briarwood Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center Make a Difference!
Briarwood is proud to be participating in the Neponset Valley Walk to End Alzheimer's to take place on Saturday, Sept. 27th at Patriot's Place. All funds raised through Walk to End Alzheimer's further the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. Come out to cheer them on! You can make a direct donation at the following link: http://act.alz.org/goto/teambriarwood In addition, many Briarwood staff members will be riding in the annual Three Squares New England Ride for Food on Sunday, September 21st. To benefit their neighbors in need, Briarwood has sponsored a donation to the Needham Community Council's team. To donate online: http://www.firstgiving.com/RideForFood/2014/teams
Ladies CEU Night at Kearsley Rehabilitation & Nursing Center
Social Workers are invited to Kearsley on Thursday, September 11th from 4:30- 7:00pm to enjoy signature cocktails, hor d'oeuvres, CEU credits and an array of vendors focused on YOU! "The Art and Science of the Difficult Hospice Discussion" will be presented at 5:30pm by Penn Home Care and Hospice Please call 215.817.2167 to confirm your attendance.
Eat & Greet at The Regency
The Regency Assisted Living has scheduled a Community Networking Breakfast to Celebrate National Assisted Living Month on Thursday, September 25th from 8 - 10 am. Stop in for a bagel and cup of Joe, stay and network a bit, or take it to go! Call 516-674-3007 for more information.
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