Resident rooms in the Senior Living industry can easily become too “clinical”. With codes and regulations to comply with, it takes a creative mind to give that resident a room that feels warm and inviting. As designers, it is our job to put ourselves in the resident’s shoes and put together rooms that can turn the clinical atmosphere into a
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Atlanta, Georgia, July 16, 2019: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GF Health Products, Inc. is proud to introduce the Hausted Exam Room Furnishings 4200 Series and 4600 Series Exam Tables. Both 4200 and 4600 Series Exam Tables feature the following: Three 18” x 20.5” x 4” (46 cm x 52 cm x 10 cm) metal pass-through drawers (accessible from both sides) Two
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My introduction to the challenges of independent living began five years ago when my wife and I became care coordinators for her elderly grandfather. He’d had a serious fall years before, which limited his mobility; and though in the early stages of dementia, he was insistent that he wanted to spend his twilight years in his own home, surrounded by
Read moreAtlanta, Georgia, May 31, 2019: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE The Everest & Jennings® Traveler L3 Plus, shown above, is a dependable member of the E&J Traveler Line, long-respected for performance and durability. The Traveler L3 Plus frame weighs less than 36 pounds without front rigging, making it the ideal K3 wheelchair for short term, long term, and rental use. New Features
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A walker or rollator can help you or your loved one maintain independence by allowing you to walk alone, without assistance. These mobility aids provide a wonderful service to the aging population! Research has shown that they contribute to self-esteem, since losing your independence can have a negative impact. But what happens when your stature and lack of knowledge about
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Atlanta, Georgia, May 16, 2019: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GF Health Products, Inc. (“Graham-Field”) is proud to introduce the Deluxe Aluminum Transport Chair with 12″ Rear Wheels, shown above. Designed as an affordable patient transfer device, its compact size and lighter weight allow a companion to easily lift and store the Transport Chair. Features Include: • 19″ seat width x 16″
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Color!! Who loves color? ME, ME, ME!! Here is a look through my designer eyes to the world of color in senior living environments. Green Green is totally considered a neutral in my book, as it coordinates well with most colors. I mean, that is the definition of a neutral, right? Look how well a good army green works with
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Let’s talk cake… I love cake. I mean, I really love it. But I don’t mean just any cake… I mean the good stuff. I am talking about a baked from scratch, seven-layer decadent chocolate cake from the bakery down the road. You know, the bakery that rolls out fresh chocolate croissants every morning and has the best coffee in
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Atlanta, Georgia, April 18, 2019: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE GF Health Products, Inc. (“Graham-Field”) is proud to introduce the Advantage LX, shown above. Designed as a low-maintenance wheelchair, it offers many convenient features. Features Include: • Available in 16″, 18″, and 20″ seat widths • Silver vein hammertone finish and carbon steel frame provide strength and durability • Available with black
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Blood Pressure, one of the four main vitals, is one of the most common medical tests performed. Accurate blood pressure measurement is essential for correct diagnosis and treatment, making the importance of accuracy undisputed. In fact, more doctors are recommending the use of home blood pressure monitors so that patients can regularly, conveniently check their blood pressure. Has your doctor
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