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Short Term Rehabilitation When you or a loved one needs short-term rehab, your mental state can be extremely helpful or hurtful. In this article, we will discuss ways to recover quickly by keeping your outlook up. Mental Preparation Short-term rehabilitation can provide much-needed care after an illness such as a stroke, surgery, or an unexpected fall. But, the physical side of the therapy is only half the battle. Experts agree that the mind plays a big role in the recovery effort and length of time needed in a short-term rehab facility. The August issue of the Canadian Medical Association Journal published a review of 16 studies, spanning 30 years, looking at patients’ attitudes and the effect on recovery and health after surgery. There was a direct correlation to the influence of positive attitudes on health and healing. Benefits of a Positive Attitude Many studies also show that when doctors and families address fears before a loved one enters a rehabilitation facility, the outcomes tend to be better. Not to mention, that a positive attitude can help reduce stress. The key here is to help manage expectations and good, thorough communication. Speaking of communication – this is an important component of
Retirement Community Checklist Each of us has different lifestyles and priorities so, when it comes to choosing a retirement community, you want to be sure you’ve weighed all the pros and cons. Baywoods of Annapolis is pleased to provide you with this checklist to use as you search for the right retirement community for you! Overall Community Considerations ✔Is the community located near friends or family who may visit? ✔Does the community offer different levels of care to accommodate changing health needs? ✔How has the community performed in recent state inspections? ✔Does the community allow pets? ✔Does the community provide transportation to doctors, shopping or other local activities? ✔What are the costs and fees? ✔Does the community offer a co-op program to provide additional financial benefits? ✔What types of culture, cuisine, and events are offered in the local community? Staff ✔Do they have time to speak with you or does it feel rushed? ✔Are staff members warm and pleasant when communicating with residents? Or do they seem stressed or overwhelmed? ✔Does the staff look happy? Do they seem to enjoy interacting with one another? Quality & Care-Taking ✔Do residents look well cared for? Clean clothes, shaven, hair clean and
Assisted Living Tips When the decision is made to move from independent to assisted living, emotions can play havoc on you and your family members. In this guide, we offer assisted living tips to help make the transition as smooth as possible. Meet with the Director The Director and the staff of Baywoods of Annapolis have welcomed many new folks into their community and are very familiar with the common questions new residents ask. Be sure to get all of your questions answered before you move so that you will feel better on move-in day. Ask for a list of suggested items to bring and/or not to bring. Ask for an activities calendar, so you can choose several programs to attend early on. Measure You will want to visit the actual unit that you will move into and take measurements or ask for a floor plan. Your new home is likely to be much smaller than your existing home, so you will want to bring the furnishings that make you feel most at home, but that won’t make you feel crowded. Now is also a great time to offer items that you can’t use, to family members who will
Life Enrichment Programs Regardless of your stage in life, we all want to feel personally connected. In this article, we discuss the value of life enrichment programs and what you can do to ensure you’re getting all that you desire! Life enrichment programs are often designed to engage, connect and create personal relationships among residents. This process is much more than just an activity calendar. The goal is to integrate and transition into the new community and lifestyle. By being socially active and involved in the community, many residents live full, balanced lives that provide diversity and a rewarding lifestyle. Some of the activities offered at Baywoods of Annapolis include: Art Openings Ballet, Opera & Musical Matinees Bingo! Full Moon Parties on the Waterfront In-House Shopping Monthly Lecture Series Movie Nights Pot Luck Dinners Putting Challenges Sunday Brunch Visiting Performing Artists And so much more! Baywoods of Annapolis is conveniently located on the waterfront and near downtown Annapolis, which is also a mecca of culture and waterfront activities. This prime location allows us to offer a wide variety of on-site or local events that appeal to every whim. One of the biggest advantages to living at Baywoods is that the
Reviewing Retirement Communities When you’re reviewing retirement communities, it can be difficult to get a clear sense of what they’re all about. Even when you’re touring a community, it may be hard to discern the culture or get a read on how satisfied the other residents are. Asking to stay for lunch can provide you with all the insight you need to make the right decision – here’s why. Come for the Food Aside from the available programs and clubs, the quality of food should be a major indicator of a retirement community’s culture. You will be eating there frequently, after all. A retirement community’s food should be (1) healthy, (2) sensitive to special dietary restrictions like low sodium of low glycemic index, (3) and lastly delicious. At BayWoods of Annapolis, we serve locally sourced foods to create a well-balanced, tasty meal. We always encourage visitors and guests to stay for lunch – contact us to set it up. Stay for the People Staying for a meal also allows you the chance to mingle with the other residents. When talking to them, you’ll get a better sense of how happy they are with their living arrangements. Residents can also discuss
Onsite Health Care Services When you are choosing a continuing care retirement community, it’s usually based on the idea that you’re currently able to live independently. Most people know that situation may change later, and want to make sure that if the need arises that there is a full compliment of services available to help them. Retirement communities come in many varieties, but one of the major factors that should influence your decision in choosing one is the availability of onsite health care services. At BayWoods of Annapolis, we provide short-term rehabilitation services, traditional skilled nursing care as well as assisted living care. We are able to support those living Independently by offering many support services here on site. That means no unnecessary shuttling back and forth from health care facilities. If you have any questions about the onsite care offered at BayWoods of Annapolis, feel free to contact us as a resource for your needs. Once you move to a retirement community, your health care requirements may change down the road. BayWoods of Annapolis works to provide peace of mind for our residents. You can enjoy the independence of your own living space knowing that onsite medical services are
Senior Living Careers While searching for a rewarding and fulfilling career you should consider working in a senior living community. This is an opportunity to work with people that have lived a life with rich history and you can make a huge difference in their lives. Here are some reasons why you should choose Senior Living Careers. You will be working with a unique population that will embrace you and leave you feeling fulfilled that you matter. There are many career options within this population that offers you many alternatives in job diversity, dietary, housekeeping, maintenance and other opportunities that are a part of everyday life in a senior living community. Come for the Job and stay for the people The Senior Living industry is in the service field and we serve people 24hrs a day 7 days a week. It is referred to often as the people business. While you are in a retirement setting your job becomes so much more than most jobs. You interact with people all day and coming to work every day becomes fun and not just a job. You will learn so much from the residents on campus about their lives growing up and
Baywoods of Annapolis Jim Harrington Jim Harrington, the director of business development at BayWoods of Annapolis, learned his reverence for seniors as a child. “I was very close to my grandparents and sensitive to their needs,” says Harrington. “I have always felt that the senior population is underserved.” Harrington has a masters in health administration from Eastern University and has worked in the industry for over two decades. “I love working with seniors,” he says. “My initiative is to make residents feel like they’re the most important part of my day.” True to the promise of Annapolis, BayWoods has stunning views of the Chesapeake Bay from its Severn River perch. In fact, BayWoods is the only continuing care retirement community (CCRC) on the Annapolis waterfront. And it’s just one of two CCRC co-ops in Maryland. “It makes us unique.” As a co-op, residents get the benefits of home ownership, including tax advantages and property appreciation. They also have direct input in major community and facility decisions. “Every decision that’s made here has the residents’ best interest at heart,” says Harrington. Resident ownership has led to several measures that enhance quality of life: community renovation, a high staff-to-resident ratio and fee
Fall is approaching and BayWoods is getting ready for their annual fall garage sale! Where: BayWoods of Annapolis, Parking Level 2 When: Saturday, September 22 7:00am to Noon For more information, download the flyer today!
BayWoods is Annapolis area only true waterfront retirement community located directly on the Chesapeake Bay. Celebrating our 15th year providing Continuing Care retirement services with unsurpassed quality in our market. Come see and experience our five star rated community and see for yourself the amazing waterfront views. Day in and day out our staff provides exceptional service to our residents. BayWoods of Annapolis may be the right choice for you!
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