Rocky Hill Adult Day Center

06/27/2018

Quote of the Day

“The purpose of life, after all, is to live it, to taste experience to the utmost, to reach out eagerly and without fear for newer and richer experience.” - Eleanor Roosevelt

Never waste a minute of your life. It does not matter how old you are or if you are living with physical limitations. Do not let any of these stop you from sharing wonderful experiences with the ones you love.

06/25/2018

No Need to Worry

At Rocky Hill Adult Day Center, we make sure to provide your elderly loved ones with a safe, loving environment where they can receive assistance with managing their conditions and can engage in socially stimulating activities.

06/18/2018

Living with Parkinson’s Disease

Being told that you have Parkinson’s alters your life, especially because it is something that you cannot get rid of. However, you can take certain measures to help you cope with this disease, such as:

• Learning all that you can about Parkinson’s

• Talking to your family and friends about living with this illness

• Taking advantage of the support services and resources offered by hospitals and your community

• Not being afraid to ask healthcare providers to reiterate instructions or medical terms you do not comprehend

(Source: www.webmd.com/parkinsons-disease/guide/parkinsons-coping)

06/15/2018

06/11/2018

Question of the Day

Growing older in itself brings a lot of changes to your loved ones’ lives. Having a health condition on top of aging can further impact the quality of their life. Do your senior loved ones have a chronic health condition? How do you help them cope with it? Share your tips with others in the comments.

06/07/2018

Happy Father’s Day!

"Dads are most ordinary men turned by love into heroes, adventurers, story-tellers, and singers of song." - Pam Brown

Remember to make your fathers feel extra special today! This is a Father’s Day reminder from Rocky Hill Adult Day Center.

06/04/2018

Ways to Stimulate Seniors’ Minds

Even though your loved ones may have physical limitations that keep them from doing the same activities they used to do, this should not stop them from keeping their minds stimulated. Here are some activities that can help them stay mentally active, regardless of their age and health condition:

• Learning a new language

• Playing puzzles, cards, and board games

• Using technology to get in touch with faraway friends and loved ones

• Spending time with grandchildren

05/24/2018

Question of the Day

When you have time to spend with your elderly loved ones, what activities do you enjoy doing with them? Do you like watching movies with them? Do they enjoy playing board games with you? Or do you simply like sharing a companionable silence together? Share your experiences and thoughts below.

05/23/2018

A Safe Haven for Alzheimer’s and Dementia Patients

Our adult day center presents your elderly loved ones who have Alzheimer’s or dementia with an environment that is conducive to their well-being.

05/18/2018

How Family Members Can Benefit from Adult Day Care



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05/17/2018

The Benefits of Adult Day Care for Family Members

Letting your elderly loved ones visit an adult day care center can also benefit you and your other family members. Some of these advantages are:

• Gives you assurance that they are being taken care of

• Reduces your feelings of stress and anxiety over their well-being

• Lets you fulfill your errands while they stay in the center

• Allows you to go to work without feeling guilty

05/10/2018

How Adult Day Care Benefits Your Elderly Loved Ones

When seniors spend most of their time alone or have health conditions, they can benefit from going to an adult day care center. Here are some of the things they can gain:

• Enhances their health and quality of life

• Gives them something to look forward to

• Offers them activities that keep their minds and bodies active

• Provides them with opportunities to interact with fellow seniors

05/09/2018

Quote of the Day

“One of the most tragic things I know about human nature is that all of us tend to put off living. We are all dreaming of some magical rose garden over the horizon instead of enjoying the roses that are blooming outside our windows today.” - Dale Carnegie

05/03/2018

Keep Them Engaged

Not having enough physical activity is detrimental to your senior loved ones’ health. Keep them engaged by letting them have regular exercise. This can add years to their life.

04/25/2018

Some Tips for Helping Seniors' Hygiene

As they reach a certain age, your loved ones will find it difficult to maintain their own hygiene. To lend them your hand in this situation, here are some tips:

• Ask them questions regarding their preferences. This gives them some form of control over their care.
• Preserve their dignity. They may get tense if someone helps them bathe or use the toilet. To make them more comfortable, you can hand them a towel.
• Mind their safety. Install grab bars and non-slip mats in key areas such as bathrooms.

04/24/2018

Question of the Day

How do you show your loved ones you care for them? Is it through words? Your actions, perhaps? It does not matter whether you make grand gestures of affection or say something as simple as “Thank you for being in my life.” What matters is letting them know that they mean something to you. Share how you show your loved ones your love by commenting below!

04/16/2018

Quote of the Day

“Attitude is a choice. Happiness is a choice. Optimism is a choice. Kindness is a choice. Giving is a choice. Respect is a choice. Whatever choice you make makes you. Choose wisely.” - Roy T. Bennett, The Light in the Heart

What you choose defines the direction your life will take. Make sure to make the right choices.

04/11/2018

How Do You Know if an Adult Day Center Is the Right One for Your Loved Ones?

Ask yourself these following questions:

• How accessible is the adult day center?
• Does it offer transportation service from the seniors’ homes to the center and vice versa?
• Does the center accept seniors with different needs and conditions?
• What are the activities and services provided by the center?
• How do the staff members treat the seniors?

04/10/2018

Did You Know?

Your senior parents are not the only ones who can benefit from the services we provide at Rocky Hill Adult Day Center. You, too, can benefit because you get to be assured that they are in capable hands while you are busy at work or with your other responsibilities.

04/03/2018

A Shoulder to Lean On

When your elderly loved ones spend most of their days on their own, life can get a little lonely. If not addressed, their loneliness can develop into depression. One way to combat this is by letting them join an adult day center to keep them sociable and happy.

03/29/2018

The Benefits of Playing Board Games

There is more to playing board games than to pass time. Letting your seniors play board games can give them a lot of benefits in different aspects. Here are just some of the many benefits they can reap from engaging in games such as Monopoly and Scrabble:

• Board games reduce their stress.
• Their minds stay engaged.
• The risk of Alzheimer’s and dementia is reduced.
• Board games can help with their dexterity and coordination.
• Your elderly loved ones can have some quality time with their family.

03/28/2018

Arts and Crafts: Fun and Beneficial

Doing arts and crafts is not only enjoyable, but it is also beneficial for your elderly loved ones. It ignites their creativity, it gives them a sense of purpose and fulfillment, and it stimulates their minds. Do your seniors enjoy doing crafts? What types of crafts do they like to do? Share your responses in the comments!

03/21/2018

Quote of the Day

“I love living. I love that I'm alive to love my age. There are many people who went to bed just as I did yesterday evening and didn't wake this morning. I love and feel very blessed that I did. I love, too, that I know a little more today than I did yesterday, or I simply know it more profoundly.” - Maya Angelou

01/15/2018

Become a Part of Our Team

Rocky Hill Adult Day Center is currently hiring compassionate and hardworking individuals to join our pool of employees. If you are interested to become one of us, please fill out the necessary information in the form here: www.rockyhilladultdaycenter.com/non-medical-home-care-careers. We look forward to meeting you soon!

01/10/2018

What to Remember When Your Loved Ones Have Dementia

Caring for someone with dementia is not easy. It gives you stress and leaves you with little time for your friends and loved ones. But ultimately, your efforts and sacrifices bring fulfillment. Here is what you should remember:

Let them have routines.
They need predictability and a set schedule. This will help stop them from feeling confused and frustrated.

Do not argue with them.
They will be upset when you argue with them about a name or event they forgot. You have to learn to let this go.

Take care of yourself.
You cannot handle everything on your own. Talk to people about your feelings. Lean on them for support. Try setting aside a few minutes each day for yourself.

Love them for who they are.
You will never be happy if you keep trying to change your loved ones back to who they were. Learn to love them in their present state.

Whenever you’re at your wit’s end, remember you are doing a great job. Your loved ones may not say it, but know that they appreciate everything you’ve done for them.

01/08/2018

Let Us Tour You Around

One thing you must do before you let your senior loved ones join an adult day center is to tour around the facility. This helps you determine whether the prospective center is the right fit for them. If you want to visit us, set an appointment here: www.rockyhilladultdaycenter.com/non-medical-home-care-schedule-a-tour.

Go ahead and ask us about Daily Meals, Personal Care or Companionship services at our adult day center. You can call 860-372-4656 for assistance.

09/12/2017

Rocky Hill Adult Day Center offers comfortable transportation services to and from the center daily.

09/06/2017

Tips for Caring for a Stroke Loved One

It may be hard to take care of a loved one who has a stroke since you cannot tell how long will it take for the patient to recover. That is why it is necessary to oversee the care needs of your loved one for a fast recovery. Here are tips for caring a loved one who suffers from the effects of stroke.

• Assess your loved one’s care needs. It is important to keep the patient clean as much as possible. You have to help him with his personal hygiene. You should also assist them with eating and drinking.

• Assist the patient with transferring. Be ready to transport your loved ones to wherever he or she needs to go, such medical appointments, rehab centers, etc.

• Be patient when you communicate. One of the effects of stroke is the difficulty in speaking, so it helps to be patient when you communicate with a stroke loved one.

Rocky Hill Adult Day Center offers intensive assistance to those who are experiencing the effects of stroke. Reach us at 860-382-3088.

09/04/2017

We offer intensive assistance to those who are experiencing the effects of Parkinson’s disease. Reach us at 860-382-3088.