Elizabeth Scott Community: 75 years and going strong

In a world of corporate buyouts, especially in the field of long-term care, it’s rare to find a business that remains family owned and operated.

The “nuts and bolts” of care plans and care conferences

The initial care planEssentially, the care plan is a roadmap for daily care. Input from the resident and their family or legal representative is crucial, and the care plan should be easy to understand. All caregivers should be informed of the care plan’s preferences to ensure these goals are met.

UTMC offers comprehensive approach to weight management

OBESITYISONEOF themostcommon chronic conditions in the United States. It’s also one of the most undertreated. “Unfortunately, there’s still a lot of stigma around obesity, and that can be a barrier to treatment,” said Dr.

Toledo Clinic cookbook serves up hope by the spoonful

EVERYONE HAS A FAVORITE FAMILY RECIPE— that delicious entrée, salad, side dish, or dessert that Mom or Grandma used to make but no one else could ever truly replicate.

A guide to helpful assistance tools for choosing a nursing home

SELECTING A NURSING HOME for a loved one can be an overwhelming and highly fraught process. But life happens, and there are several online resources available to the public, all of which can be helpful in narrowing down the decision of which facility may be better than another for your loved one.

The healing power of pet therapy: a heartwarming story from Franciscan Care Center

Franciscan Care Center recently welcomed a new resident-meet Brownie, our therapeutic canine companion. Brownie was introduced to us as a visitor when her father was admitted as a patient.Since Brownie couldn’t stay home alone, she came to visit us every day.

Coaching beyond the game: An Evening with Jim Tressel

The Genacross Lutheran Services Foundation presents a unique opportunity to engage with Jim Tressel, the esteemed former head football coach of The Ohio State University. This exclusive charity event, “An Evening with Jim Tressel,” will be held at 6 p.m.

UTMC integrates mental-health services into primary care

MENTAL HEALTH IS INCREASINGLY being seen as every bit as important as physical health. And often, experts say, the two go hand-in-hand.“Untreated mental illness can actually cause physical symptoms and can complicate physical ailments,” said Dr.