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Short-Term Therapy Success Stories

July 2, 2025 — Bobby G. was admitted to Shady Lawn following hospitalization due to having multiple falls at home with resultant hospitalization. He was having increased weakness and unable to safely return home. After his hospitalization, Bobbys debilitation needed extensive rehabilitation services including PT and OT services with focus on core and extremity strengthening, postural training, balance training,... Read More

Many Thanks!

July 2, 2025 — We were blessed with raised garden beds for our residents to enjoy and take care of. This was made possible by the Trigg County Conservation District, the National Resource Conservation Services, and Cadiz Ace Hardware. We had a great time planting flowers and vegetables and are already seeing some vegetables starting to bloom.

Celebrate Friendship on July 30

July 2, 2025 — Friendship is a gift at any age. Whether reconnecting with lifelong pals or making new friends through shared hobbies, these connections boost happiness and wellbeing. Ways to Celebrate: Call or write to an old friend Meet for coffee or a walk Share a favorite photo on social media Chat with someone new about a hobby... Read More

Splash into Watercolor Month!

July 2, 2025 — July is World Watercolor Month, which is the perfect time to pick up a paintbrush and let your imagination flow! Whether you’re an experienced artist or just curious to try something new, watercolor painting is a wonderfully relaxing and rewarding activity, especially for seniors. Why Try Watercolors? šŸŽØ Easy to Start – Unlike oils or... Read More

Celebrate Gorgeous Grandma Day: July 23

July 2, 2025 — Gorgeous Grandma Day, celebrated every July 23, is all about honoring the vibrant, wise, and fabulous women who prove that age is just a number! The holiday was created in 1984 by Alice Solomon, who graduated from Wellesley College at age 50 and realized society too often labels older women as ā€œsenior citizensā€ā€”as if their... Read More

Short-Term Therapy Success Stories: John B.

June 10, 2025 — John B. was admitted to Shady Lawn following hospitalization due to a short illness. John was having multiple falls at home and increased weakness prior to his hospitalization. After his hospitalization, John was debilitated and received rehabilitation services which included occupational and physical therapy 5 days a week. His therapies included core and all extremity... Read More

June 23 is Hydration Day!

June 9, 2025 — On June 23 each year we celebrate National Hydration Day! Proper hydration is vital to living a long healthy life, but it’s often overlooked due to the regular hustle and bustle of the day. Carrying a water bottle can make a huge difference in your summer health, and may also help protect from dehydration, heat... Read More

Happy Father’s Day! Sunday, June 15

June 9, 2025 — Be sure to take a moment on Sunday, June 15 to honor dads, foster fathers, surrogate dads, grandfathers, uncles, brothers and the other important male role models in your life. Let him know how much he means to you by calling, texting, visiting or sharing photos on social media. Take him to dinner, nine holes... Read More

Stay cool and refreshed with a healthy twist on Iced Tea Day!

June 9, 2025 — On a hot summer day, there’s nothing quite like a chilled glass of iced tea! National Iced Tea Day on June 10 is the perfect reason to enjoy this classic, refreshing drink. Whether you prefer it sweet or unsweetened, iced tea is a classic summer beverage! Green and black tea offer some great health benefits,... Read More

Savoring Sweet Memories: June is National Candy Month

June 9, 2025 — It may come as a surprise that National Candy Month is in June and not October when trick-or-treating takes center stage. June offers a sweet chance to revisit old favorites— like butterscotch discs, peppermints, or a classic chocolate bar—and savor the memories they bring. Candy has a long and fascinating history. Lollipops, for example, date... Read More