Appreciation: three women smiling at the camera

Employee Appreciation Pool Party

Knott County Health and Rehabilitation Center hosted an Employee Appreciation Pool Party for staff and their family. Having a great time celebrating and showing appreciation for the great team of employees. So proud to have them work at this amazing facility.

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Congratulations to staff and residents

Congratulations to the staff and residents of Knott County Health and Rehabilitation Center on their excellent results from the state survey. Everyone is so proud of the awesome home at Knott County HRC. THe staff work hard everyday to provide the best of care for the residents.

Summer: Crowd of people walking on a street, defocused.

Tips to help seniors stay cool this summer

With age, seniors can’t adjust their bodies to high temperatures as well as they did when they were younger, so they have to be careful of overheating and heat stroke during the summer. They are also more likely to become dehydrated which will increase their risk. This is a list of ways to stay cool…

Walker: man in a hospital gown using a walker

How to use a walker safely and comfortably

Many older adults that use a folding walker need it to move around more safely and independently. Learning how to use a walker correctly takes practice because the movements aren’t always intuitive. Using a walker incorrectly can actually increase the risk of fall or body aches. The first thing any adult needs to do when…

Elder Fraud: mail slot that says no junk mail

How to prevent Elder Fraud

Elder fraud is a 36 billion dollar “industry” and they are making a business out of taking advantage of older adults. This is not only happening to the older or those with Alzheimer’s/dementia, but younger and educated seniors are losing money as well. There are 4 options to take advantage of to make sure you…

respond Rehabilitation Center Occupational Therapy Assisted Living: woman in scrubs talking to an older who is sitting in a char drining a hot drink

Questions to ask when choosing a Rehabilitation Center

When searching for a rehabilitation center for your loved one, it is best that you visit several facilities. There is the possibility that your first choice doesn’t have an open spot and should have a back-up. Before choosing a facility, you should ask these questions: Is the facility accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation…

Father's Day: man looking in the distance surrounded by greenery

Celebrate Father’s Day with these 6 activities

Father’s Day is around the corner, have you made any plans yet? Sharing a meal, doing a fun activity together, or giving a thoughtful gift is a great way to show the father figure in your life how much you care about them. Below is a sample of activities to do with your dad: Take…

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Relay for Life

Staff at Knott County Health and Rehabilitation Center participated in a few fun games for a Relay for Life event last week. There was a blind-folded eating contest, potato sack relay, and other games. Everyone had a great time for a great casue.

Long-Term Care: A teenage girl, her mother and grandmother looking at old photographs at home. Family and generations concept.

Choosing a Long-Term Care facility

There are two types of long-term care facilities, Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) and Residential Care/Assisted Living. Licensed SNFs provide 24-hour skilled nursing care either in a nursing home or a convalescent hospital. Residential Care/Assisted Living is a licensed facility that provides 24-hour non-medical care and supervision for individuals needing assistance with activities of daily living.…