Page 10 - Senior Times South Central Michigan October 2023 - 30-10

Page 10
SKILLED NURSING AND MEMORY CARE FACILITY DISCOVER
Senior Times - October 2023 Your Partner in ACTIVE AGING
EXCEPTIONAL CARE AT PINNACLE CARE
OUR SERVICES
• Short-Term Rehabilitation:
Regain independence and safety through personalized rehabilitation programs.
• Long-Term Care: Experience a nurturing environment that meets your daily needs and fosters social connections.
• PT, OT, and ST Offered: Access professional physical, occupational, and speech therapy services.
• Secured Dementia Unit:
Ensuring a safe and supportive environment for individuals with dementia.
• Comprehensive Individual- Centered Care Plans with a Multidisciplinary Approach: Personalized care plans tailored to your unique needs and preferences.
In working with family caregivers, one thing seems to rise to the top a great deal of the time, is that the expec- tation and what is received are two totally different things.
Anne Clark, Special to Senior Times SETTING THE EXPECTATION!
Now this comes in different forms whether it’s a doctor’s visit, a home health situation, a conversation with family, as well as other areas. The main family caregiver wants or needs one thing and something different is received. It is not anybody’s fault so please know this is not finger pointing; it is a lesson we all need to learn.
it really matter – BUT, if you are not happy with the service you receive, then you are not getting the benefit like you could.
• IV Therapy: Expert administration of intravenous treatments for your health needs.
• Comprehensive Wound Care:
Advanced wound management to facilitate healing and recovery.
• Respite Care: Temporary care for individuals who need a short break from caregiving responsibilities.
• Lab and X-Ray Services:
Convenient access to diagnostic testing within our facility.
• Local Physicians on Staff:
Collaborate with experienced phy- sicians who are readily available.
• Psychology and Psychiatric Consults: Mental health professionals providing valuable guidance and support.
• Pain Management: Tailored approaches to alleviate discomfort and enhance well-being.
• Diabetic Care: Specialized care for individuals managing diabetes.
• Renal Dialysis Support:
Comprehensive assistance for renal dialysis patients.
• Respiratory Services including Oxygen, BiPap, and CPap: Support for respiratory needs, including oxygen therapy.
• Ancillary Services: Additional resources to complement your care journey such as Dental, Vision, Hearing, Podiatry, and a licensed Beautician.
• 24/7 Nursing Care: Receive round-the-clock attention from our dedicated nursing team
When you expect a certain end result – meaning, expecting someone to react the way you would or to do tasks the way you would, but we do not commu- nicate it, we leave so much room for misinterpretation. Let me give you an example, when we work with clients in the Community Care Options program, we instruct clients to make a list of the light housekeeping tasks they would like to have completed.
The same is true with doctor’s visits; make a list – let the doctor see what your concerns are. They are the medi- cal experts and can determine what the priorities should be concerning your health, yet you do have a say. It is very important that your medical care team knows what you are really concerned about – they will not know that if you do not tell them.
My list may look something like this, and I’m making this very simple: Wash the dishes, do the laundry, sweep and mop the floor, dust, clean the bath- room, etc.
Open communication is very import- ant in any relationship and that includes working relationships and those relationships built on services being offered.
When I was taught how to do house- work, I was taught to dust first, sweep and mop afterwards so you sweep up the dust, separate my laundry by colors, When I wash my dishes, I let them air dry – I have a way I like things done. But did I communicate that just by making a list?
The goal for Senior Health Partners, and the services provided, is to be sure you are getting the best benefit of the service being provided, whether it is exercise, education, a service in your home, whatever the case may be.
(269) 969-6244 • www.pinnaclecarebc.com • Admissions@Pinnaclecarebc.com 675 WAGNER DR., BATTLE CREEK MI, 49017
I know I am making this very sim- ple and for some they would say does
Open communication is key so please help us, help you!
Helping others understand what you want, expect, or hope to gain assures that you are setting the expectation for the outcome you hope to achieve.
Happy Fall!
BEST IN SIGHT
Dr. Burke, M.D. Dr. Johnson, O.D.
From routine checkups to sight-saving procedures, L.O. Eye Care is the Best in Sight. From brand name frames to world class surgeries, you deserve best in class care right here in Battle Creek.
Monday - Friday 8am-5pm loeye.com
3600 Capital Ave SW, STE 203 Battle Creek, MI 49015
269.979.6383
IMPLANTS $675
Eat Apples Again!
(No More Sticky Glue.)
Implants $ 675 Per Tooth (Does Not Include Crown)
Full Service Dentistry
WE CARE FOR ADULTS & CHILDREN
We Do Everything Dental Related (no referrals needed).
All Services Provided in a
PAINLESS Manner.
For patients needing dentures, or have poor fitting dentures, get implants and hold your dentures tightly in place.
DR. WEST
RIGHT CHOICE DENTAL
475 E. Columbia Ave., Suite #5, Battle Creek, MI 49014 (Lower level)
(269) 968-9923 rightchoicedentalbattlecreek.com