Avon Health Center Celebrates 80 Years
Our family-owned 120-bed skilled nursing facility is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year! The business was originally founded as Avon Convalescent Hospital in 1942 by Gertrude Petersen, according to Russell Schwartz, the Director of Operations for Avon Health Center and sister facility West Hartford Health & Rehabilitation Center. History of Avon Health Center Petersen sold…
Wandering Risks for Dementia Patients
It’s common for seniors with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia to not always recognize once-familiar people and locations. This symptom of the disease can cause them to become confused and wander, possibly in search of something or someone identifiable. Wandering is a serious, potentially life-threatening event for people with dementia. It can expose them…
Outdoor Safety Tips for Seniors
With summer right around the corner, everyone is eager to spend more time outside. However, outdoor environments may present certain challenges for older adults. High temperatures, uneven walkways and exposure to pollen are just a few things to watch out for when enjoying the fresh air. Before heading outside to experience nature with a senior…
3 Signs It’s Time for Hospice Care
When a person’s life expectancy has been limited by disease, hospice is a highly specialized type of medical treatment and end-of-life care. Hospice may become necessary to improve your loved one’s quality of life before death, as well as provide your family peace of mind. At Avon Health Center, our goal is to keep every…