There really is nothing quite like curling up with a fascinating book! For some people, however, reading is a bit more challenging because of vision difficulties. Large print books offer a fantastic solution. They can be read comfortably without having to worry about eye strain. The text in most reading material is pretty small. It’s designed this Read More
There have been many legends attributed to St. Patrick throughout the centuries. St. Patrick’s Day began as a Holy Day in the Catholic Church, but over the years this religious Catholic saint’s day has turned into a more secular celebration of the upcoming spring. Here are a few lesser-known facts about St. Patrick’s Day: The original Read More
Knitting can be an easy and enjoyable craft for seniors, especially when the item is simple like a dishcloth. Experiment with colors or stitches for a personal touch. Whether kept or gifted, the satisfaction of making something special is priceless! Supplies: Knitting needles (size 7-9) Worsted weight cotton yarn (50-100 grams) Scissors Yarn needle Instructions: Read More
Healthy eating habits are easier to maintain with a well-rounded diet, and it’s easier to do than you may think. In fact, living a nutritious lifestyle can be easy and fun. Nutrition is about more than vitamins—it also includes fiber and healthy fats. Add healthy fats. Not all fats are bad. Foods with monounsaturated and Read More
Over the years, oral histories, myths, and legends have evolved to become known the world over as “fairy tales.” The origins of most fairy tales are rough around the edges, and would notbe considered appropriate for children by today’s standards. Most of these stories would be more at home as ghost stories around a campfire. Read More
Carolyn D. came to us from Meadow View Hospital in Maysville. While Maysville is where Carolyn resides, she wanted to be close to her sons while completing her rehabilitation. Carolyn shared that when she first arrived, she was brought in on a stretcher and was in extreme pain. She was nervous but excited to start Read More
Anissa is one of our lively residents at Woodcrest who is coming up on being with us for a year! With a deep connection to Erlanger, she is a local gal that graduated from Lloyd High School, which is right up the road. Her love for cinema ignited with “Top Gun” which she saw an Read More
Several health conditions, your lifestyle, your age and family history can increase your risk for heart disease. These are called risk factors. About half of all Americans (47%) have at least 1 of 3 key risk factors for heart disease: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and smoking. Some risk factors for heart disease cannot be controlled, such Read More
We are thrilled to shine a spotlight on one of our exceptional nurses at Woodcrest Nursing and Rehab, who has become an integral part of our family, Jamie Schirmer! Jamie brings a wealth of experience to our facility, with a remarkable 12-year nursing career and has dedicated three years to making Woodcrest feel like home Read More
Let’s give a round of applause to our awesome resident Bob, who’s been rocking the community vibes for 3 years! Originally hailing from Ft. Mitchell, this guy brings the party wherever he goes. Did you know Bob has 3 siblings? Yep, he’s got a built-in cheering squad! Some of his best memories involve the Grand Read More