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This February, IPR Healthcare is proud to continue its commitment to community engagement through Giselle Shapiro, who regularly volunteers her time with residents at the Village of the Heights. Giselle is a memory care volunteer with IPR Healthcare who spends time connecting with residents through storytelling and music. Her visits
I see it often. I walk into skilled nursing facilities, senior living communities, 55 plus residences, and nursing homes that are full of people. There is movement, conversation, televisions playing in the background, staff checking in and out of rooms. On the surface, nothing looks wrong. No one appears abandoned.
National Women Physicians Day is an opportunity to recognize women physicians whose dedication, leadership, and compassion continue to shape healthcare. Today, we proudly honor Dr. Felicity Mack, MD, Hospice Medical Director at IPR Healthcare System, Inc., for her meaningful contributions to patient care, education, and community health. Originally from Buffalo,
When families hear that a loved one needs continued care after a hospital stay, one of the most confusing decisions is whether to opt for home health care or a skilled nursing facility (SNF). This choice can feel rushed and daunting because it affects recovery, finances and quality of life.
This is personal for me. Not long ago, a close family friend experienced a moment that changed everything. The husband suddenly fainted at work, fell, and hit his head. One moment, life felt normal. The next moment, his family found themselves navigating hospital rooms, medical decisions, and fear they never
A health setback does not always begin with a major emergency. For many older adults, it starts quietly. A short hospital stay, a fall that did not cause a fracture, a respiratory illness, dehydration, or even several days of limited movement can be enough to change how the body functions.