Twenty guests from East Windsor Senior Center and Park Hill visited the Fresh River Healthcare team for a Spa Day. The Fresh River team arranged a sampling of relaxation techniques and experiences including tea, chair and hand massage, aroma therapy and much more.

Forgetfulness and memory problems can be a normal process of aging but it can also be a sign of something else.  If you or a loved one notices subtle memory changes do not automatically assume it is “dementia” because it may be related to other factors.

We can all agree that our senses can have a power connection to our memories.  When you hear your wedding song it can help trigger memories of that day, or a childhood song your mother sang can help you hear her voice and see her face.  Persons with dementia, Parkinson’s and other diseases that damage brain chemistry can also reconnect to the world and gain improved quality of life from listening to personal music favorites

One of the leading challenges that seniors face is maintaining their appetite.  Significant weight loss affect 40% of people with severe Alzheimer’s disease.  Proper nutrition is important to keep the body strong and healthy.  For people with Alzheimer’s disease poor nutrition may increase behavior symptoms as well as weight loss.

With close to 1300 beds in nine managed facilities, iCare is continuously searching for qualified candidates for a range of positions including RNs, LPNs, CNAs and much more. Check out the improved and easier process.