IntegraCare Blog

For some families, the search for care is a long and arduous task.  For others, the decision to look for care is thrust upon them.  For both, we offer a supportive network to make the transition as easy as possible.  The following is the story of how Alma Plunkard, Director…

People with osteoarthritis often require canes, crutches, walkers, wheelchairs, or scooters to compensate for painful joints or joints with limited mobility.  Mobility aids add stability and improve balance — if used properly. Here are some simple suggestions to get it right and keep moving. Start with the Right Height The…

If you saw Ada today you would never think that she wasn’t happy to be a Woods Resident.  But it wasn’t always the case.  I worked very closely with Ada and her daughter to welcome her to The Woods. The Vibrant Life That Was Ada was a witty social butterfly…

Getting older involves change, both negative and positive, but you can enjoy aging if you understand what’s going on with your body and take steps towards maintaining your health. Many different things happen to your body as you age. Your skin, bones, and even brain may start to behave differently….

Most individuals generally know that inactivity is not a healthy way of living but many might be surprised what really happens to the human body over time. Along with the obvious decreased strength and endurance there are other factors affected that predispose a person to life threatening illnesses. What Watching…

Fox Rehabilitation is proud to present this Wellness Topic of Dehydration. Did you know that one study found that over 50% of older adults who go to the Emergency Room are found to be dehydrated?  Also, did you know that water makes up around 60% of the human body’s weight? …

At IntegraCare, the core of our Mission Statement is our 3 Dimensional Focus in which our goal is to create an environment where our primary customer, our team members, experience respect, dignity and personal development. This often comes as a surprise to those who are familiar with the fact that…

We all know what hoarding is thanks to the TV show, Hoarders; Buried Alive.  One usually thinks, “How can they live like that, why don’t they clean it up, or throw that stuff away!”  However, to the hoarder they don’t see themselves living in clutter and mess, they see all…

Do you question, “Should I take my son into see grandma & Grandpa?” In our communities this question should never come up. Our residents and staff love children!  Knowing how we blend our families like our own, I would hope everyone would know that we love to see the kids…

Each day we work with families who have loved ones struggling at home managing their diabetes.  Before working at Magnolias, I never knew what the life of a diabetic was like.  The constant stress of watching your diet, maintaining sugar levels, and ensuring proper medication is being distributed can be…