June Update – Balloons, Trucks and Alice

Hello again! What a great month we have had. Hope yours was great too. Here are some highlights of what we have been up to.

Some fun with trucks! 🛻

We visited Mack Trucks and had a tour of their facilities.

Pet visits with Alice 🐶

An Awake! Magazine (1982) article titled “Psychiatry Goes To the Dogs” talks about the positive effects animals have on humans, which sometimes surpass the effects of medicinal therapy. Dr. Anthony Calabro of the Feeling Heart Foundation, says: “Dogs give love​— unconditional love. They ask for attention, and when someone responds, they give love, security, and warmth in return, with no strings attached.” A “Watching the World” article in the Awake! magazine (1999) quotes: “Puppy love may help keep a person out of the doctor’s office.”

What if you don’t have a pet though? You can still reap the benefits. We have compiled some ideas in our blog (link in story): https://www.legacyplace.org/senior-care/importance-of-pet-therapy-for-seniors/ Importance of Pet Therapy for Seniors

 

Balloon Fun

 

New Blog: What is the Difference between Personal Care Homes and Skilled Nursing Homes in Pennsylvania

Decisions about family well-being can be challenging, especially when it comes to that of an elderly family member. After all, we want to make sure that they get the best care in their golden years.

Understanding the difference between a personal care home and a skilled nursing facility helps us make a wise and loving decision. This guide outlines the key differences which help families walking this path.: https://www.legacyplace.org/senior-care/what-is-the-difference-between-personal-care-homes-and-skilled-nursing-homes-in-pennsylvania/