Senior health services at Oakwood Heights.

My mother is scheduled for hip replacement surgery next week. What kind of post-operative care might she need?

After surgery or illness, it’s common to need some help to regain strength and range of motion for everyday living. Your mother’s doctor will determine her rehabilitation program after joint replacement surgery. She will most likely be written a physical therapy prescription to be filled at an outpatient therapy facility.

If she qualifies as “home bound,” she could have her physical therapy sessions at home through a home health agency or at one of our Presbyterian Homes communities.

You can have an active role in choosing the therapy you need, working with our licensed therapists in the on-site therapy room. You can expect personalized care to help you return to the highest level of function.

My father suffered a stroke last week and is being released from the hospital in a few days. What kind of healthcare services will he need after his hospital discharge?

The severity of your father’s stroke will determine the type, level and duration of post-hospital care he will require. Your father may need further rehabilitative therapy at a skilled nursing facility.

The stroke care services we provide at our Presbyterian Homes communities will help him address his unique stroke effects with the goal of regaining his independence and then returning home.

If his case is less severe, then he could continue with outpatient therapy at a rehabilitation facility. If he qualifies as “home bound,” he could have his physical therapy sessions at home through a home health agency or at one of our Presbyterian Homes communities.

If you would like to discuss specific needs or concerns, please contact Admissions at the Presbyterian Homes community of your choice:

Elmwood Gardens
2628 Elmwood Avenue
Erie, PA
814-864-4802
Admissions@ElmwoodGardens.org

Manchester Commons
6351 West Lake Road
Fairview, PA
814-838-9191
Admissions@ManchesterCommons.org

Oakwood Heights
10 Vo-Tech Drive
Oil City, PA
814-676-8686
Admissions@OakwoodHeightsPresby.org

My father has been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. What do I do now?

You may be able to care for your father in your own home, especially if he is in the early stages of the disease. If you feel as though you can’t care for him, then we suggest discussing with your family and his doctor about treatment options available, including a nursing home or an assisted living facility.

Our Presbyterian Homes communities have excellent Alzheimer’s care programs that are dedicated to those living with the disease. Using advanced techniques, we strive to develop individual routines for each resident and engage them in one-on-one activities to enjoy life to the fullest extent possible.

If you decide your father can still live independently, but may need help with certain daily activities, all of our Presbyterian Homes communities offer residential options that can provide the appropriate level of support and services.

If you would like to learn more, please contact Admissions at the Presbyterian Homes community of your choice:

Elmwood Gardens
2628 Elmwood Avenue
Erie, PA
814-864-4802
Admissions@ElmwoodGardens.org

Manchester Commons
6351 West Lake Road
Fairview, PA
814-838-9191
Admissions@ManchesterCommons.org

Oakwood Heights
10 Vo-Tech Drive
Oil City, PA
814-676-8686
Admissions@OakwoodHeightsPresby.org

My mother needs help with her daily activities, but is still independent and does not need to be in a nursing home. Would a senior living community be right for her?

Senior living communities are ideal residences for individuals like your mother, who are able to live independently but may need help with certain activities of daily living.

At Presbyterian Homes, we understand that as people age, a little help can go a long way in making each day better. That’s why we tailor our Personal Care to your specific needs – from assistance with bathing and dressing to medication management and health monitoring. You and your family can rest assured that our compassionate professional staff is there to help in any way needed, 24 hours a day.

Should your mother need skilled nursing care at some point, our Presbyterian Homes communities can provide that as well.

If you would like to learn more about our Personal Care services, please contact Admissions at the Presbyterian Homes community of your choice:

Elmwood Gardens
2628 Elmwood Avenue
Erie, PA
814-864-4802
Admissions@ElmwoodGardens.org

Manchester Commons
6351 West Lake Road
Fairview, PA
814-838-9191
Admissions@ManchesterCommons.org

Oakwood Heights
10 Vo-Tech Drive
Oil City, PA
814-676-8686
Admissions@OakwoodHeightsPresby.org

My mother suffers from debilitating diabetes. What healthcare services are available for her?

When you have a need for daily health care services – whether short-term or long-term – Skilled Nursing at one of our Presbyterian Homes communities offers professionally supervised medical services.

Your health care team includes physicians, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses and certified nurse assistants as well as physical and occupational therapists and speech pathologists. We work closely with you and your family to ensure individualized attention and care.

If you would like to learn more about our Skilled Nursing, please contact Admissions at the Presbyterian Homes community of your choice:

Elmwood Gardens
2628 Elmwood Avenue
Erie, PA
814-864-4802
Admissions@ElmwoodGardens.org

Manchester Commons
6351 West Lake Road
Fairview, PA
814-838-9191
Admissions@ManchesterCommons.org

Oakwood Heights
10 Vo-Tech Drive
Oil City, PA
814-676-8686
Admissions@OakwoodHeightsPresby.org

Because of her declining health my mother can no longer live on her own. How can I choose the right nursing home for her?

You should focus on your mother’s needs and wants, take a good look at what facilities are available in your area. Your hospital’s case worker or your mother’s health insurance representative can help you with this. Read the facilities’ inspection report for the facilities, including ratings of health, safety, and quality of life. Tour each facility – preferably with your mother or other family members. During your tour, keep an eye out for features that will make a nursing home safe and comfortable for her.

Remember, it’s good to visit at a time when a facility is most likely to have maximum staff on duty (like at lunch, the biggest meal of the day). This also gives you a chance to test the food quality of the facility.

If you would like to learn more about our Skilled Nursing residences, please contact Admissions at the Presbyterian Homes community of your choice:

Elmwood Gardens
2628 Elmwood Avenue
Erie, PA
814-864-4802
Admissions@ElmwoodGardens.org

Manchester Commons
6351 West Lake Road
Fairview, PA
814-838-9191
Admissions@ManchesterCommons.org

Oakwood Heights
10 Vo-Tech Drive
Oil City, PA
814-676-8686
Admissions@OakwoodHeightsPresby.org

My mother is in the terminal stages of cancer. When is the appropriate time to begin discussing hospice care with her?

There are a variety of factors to take into account when considering hospice. It might be time for hospice if the following apply to your mother’s condition:

• Frequent hospitalizations in the past six months
• Repeat or multiple infections increased or uncontrollable pain
• Unplanned or continued weight loss
• Progressive decline in health despite undergoing treatments
• Life expectancy of six months or less

If you make the decision for hospice care, the hospice agency will manage all of the healthcare needs related to your mother’s terminal diagnosis. This should help take a significant amount of pressure off both the family and her. Your mother’s hospice services can be provided at home or one of our Presbyterian Homes communities.

If you would like to learn more, please contact Admissions at the Presbyterian Homes community of your choice:

Elmwood Gardens
2628 Elmwood Avenue
Erie, PA
814-864-4802
Admissions@ElmwoodGardens.org

Manchester Commons
6351 West Lake Road
Fairview, PA
814-838-9191
Admissions@ManchesterCommons.org

Oakwood Heights
10 Vo-Tech Drive
Oil City, PA
814-676-8686
Admissions@OakwoodHeightsPresby.org