This past week, a handful of our Sprenger Health Care facilities hosted a community wide Trick-or-Treat. While no tricks were found, there were plenty of treats and even some animals!
Rose Lane Nursing and Rehabilitation had a special visit from Outback Ray, who brought a hoard of friends with him – SpongeBob the albino python, Mater the tortoise, Snowball the mosaic chinchilla, Ruby the albino milksnake, Ziggy the blue-tongued skink, and Zombie the hairless guinea pig. Many of which seemed to find the top of people’s heads the most comfortable spot to rest.
Village of the Falls hosted their annual Trunk-or-Treat, which was open to the public. The community of Olmsted Falls showed up to enjoy an apple making station and took time to peruse the spookily-decorated trunks! That was, until a scary T-Rex (also known as Snowball, the dog) showed up Jurassic Park-style!
Amherst Manor also joined in on the Trunk-or-Treat fun, where the community of Amherst showed up with over 150 attendees – that’s a lot of candy! The line for the decorated Trunks wrapped around the front of the main building, making it one of the facility’s biggest events! Superman even made sure to stop by for some treats.
Autumn Aegis’ halls were filled with candy, laughter, and lots of Trick-or-Treaters! The residents had the times of their lives as their families joined them to pass out candy to the little ones.
Sprenger Health Care Bluffton hosted a spooky trick-or-treat for residents, families, and their whole community! They had a wide array of events, including a coloring contest, slime-making, a scavenger hunt, and they played the movie ‘Nightmare Before Christmas’ as candy was being collected. They also had some delicious Halloween cupcakes and candied apples!
Candy and costumes are often the center focus of celebrating Halloween, but these Sprenger Health Care facilities made it their goal to ensure each, and every resident had the opportunity to mingle with their beloved community — by passing out or receiving candy, dressing up, painting pumpkins, decorating and perusing trunks, and visiting with staff, friends, and families. That is the true spirit of Halloween!
Sprenger Health Care Autumn Aegis Nursing Home, Sprenger Health Care Health Knoll, and Sprenger Health Care Massillon were recently recognized as four star facilities. This is a very distinguished honor and we are proud of the level of care Autumn Aegis, Heather Knoll and Massillon have shown its residents. Sprenger Health Care Autumn Aegis, Heather Knoll, and Massillon are award-winning retirement communities with a dedicated team committed to offering the highest quality of care to residents.
We want all of our residents to experience the high-quality care we strive for in all of our facilities. This is a standard we at Sprenger Healthcare want each and every one of our facility to achieve. Sprenger Health Care Massillon offers skilled nursing and assisted living within a personal, home-like setting. Our friendly team will treat you and your loved ones as family, giving you the care and dignity you deserve. Sprenger Health Care Heather Knoll Nursing and Rehabilitation in Tallmadge, Ohio offers a serene environment and a lodge-like setting. Residents and guests appreciate its modern amenities and private rooms in the designated rehabilitation wing. Sprenger Health Care Autumn Aegis in Lorain is an award-winning retirement community with a dedicated team committed to offering the highest quality of care to residents. The campus offers skilled nursing and senior apartment living options with an emphasis on the reclaim Excellence in Amputee Care Program.
Local double-amputee leads a full life at Sprenger Health Care Rose Lane.John Morrison always led an active and exciting life. During different parts of his life, he was a police officer, a paramedic fireman, and an Army Reservist. There wasn’t much that could slow him down.
Until one day, in 2010, John lost his leg in a motorcycle accident. After the crash, he was determined to move on with his life as much as he could. And he did. However, seven years later he was struck with a medical condition that caused him to lose his other leg.
Faced with an outlook that seemed bleak, John had just about given up hope of having a healthy, active life where he could walk again. His biggest fear was being confined to a wheelchair. Not ready to give up, he admitted himself into Sprenger Health Care Rose Lane to start therapy and gain a new perspective on his life.
He didn’t know it, but at that moment his journey to one day walk again was closer than he could imagine. He would soon be fitted with prosthetic legs. With a determined therapy team and support staff at Sprenger Health Care Rose Lane, John underwent extensive therapy and rehabilitation, which included a myriad of exercising such as core work, strength training, and stretching.
Shawn Beltz, director of rehabilitation at Sprenger Health Care Rose Lane, commented, “John’s therapy team, which included myself, Tyler Sponaugle, physical therapist, and John Price, physical therapist assistant, helped him practice standing and walking when John had just one prosthetic. These exercises would help to improve his upper body strength and help him to learn a walking pattern again.
Once he received both prosthetics,” Beltz continued, “we could practice on the parallel bars with weight shifting – learning how to transfer his weight back and forth. We then progressed him to using a walker, giving him the tips to assure his walking pattern was normalized. Eventually, we were able to get him to use just a cane.”
While the therapy and rehab started to help him physically, John also attended Sprenger Health Care Rose Lane’s amputee support group so he could begin to heal emotionally as well. John said, “The whole experience has been eye-opening. The staff at Rose Lane refused to give up on me.”
John continues to improve every day and is happy with the direction he is headed at this point in his life. He looks forward to the day when he can be more independent. For now, however, he is not going to let anything slow him down.
Sprenger Healthcare offers a wide variety of services including therapy, independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and hospice care. No matter what your situation, we are here to support you at every step of your journey. If you would like to schedule a personal tour at one of our communities, please call us at 800-772-1116 or visit www.sprengerhealthcare.com to explore all we offer.
Sprenger Healthcare has been providing personalized senior care with compassion and understanding since 1959. During this time, we have worked tirelessly to consistently exceed our patients’ and residents’ needs.
These concerted efforts have garnered us many positive reviews and awards regarding our services and our facilities. One such award is the U.S. News and World Report’s annual review of nursing homes across the country.
Since 2009, U.S. News has been reporting data on nursing homes from Nursing Home Compare (https://www.medicare.gov/nursinghomecompare), a program administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), the federal agency that sets and enforces standards for nursing homes. The reported ratings are scaled on a star grade of 1 to 5, with 5 being the highest achievement. The stars are determined by the nursing home’s performance in three areas – state-conducted health inspections, nurse staffing and medical quality measures.
Three Sprenger Health Care facilities in Lorain County received the highest 5-star rating: Sprenger Health Care Elms Retirement Village in Wellington, Ohio; Sprenger Health Care Amherst Manor in Amherst, Ohio; and Sprenger Health Care Anchor Lodge in Lorain, Ohio. The administrators at each community are thrilled to have been recognized for their hard work and dedication. Their comments regarding the award are as follows:
“It is an honor to be acknowledged for the effort the staff at Sprenger Health Care Elms Retirement Village puts in every day. I love that our nursing home provides a comforting environment and individualized care for each of our residents.” Jenna Fawley – Administrator, Sprenger Health Care Elms Retirement Village
“It is an honor for us to receive this award from U.S. News. With so many options to choose from in our industry, we are proud to be chosen as one of the best in the area by this organization. My community has recently been updated with an addition of 30 private rooms with private baths, and new, comfortable common areas. Our state-of-the-art therapy gym now features Biodex equipment, Jintronix motion capture technology and Vital Stim with Biofeedback. In addition, we are offering the latest programs for those recovering from a stroke, backed by a well-known area neurologist and therapists who are certified in neuro-development training.” – Kristen Gollinger – Administrator, Sprenger Health Care Amherst Manor
“Sprenger Health Care Anchor Lodge offers a continuum of care with skilled nursing and rehabilitation, long-term care and assisted living all on the scenic shores of Lake Erie. This award continues to show the community that Sprenger Health Care Anchor Lodge strives for exceptional customer service and to exceed their expectations every day.” Janelle Shaw – Administrator, Sprenger Health Care Anchor Lodge
Sprenger Healthcare offers a wide variety of services for the aging. From independent living to skilled nursing care, we are here to support you at every step along your journey. If you would like to schedule a personal tour at one of our facilities, please contact us at: 800-772-1116 or visit www.sprengerhealthcare.com to explore all we offer.
Congratulations are in order for Amanda Krieg, occupational therapy assistant at Sprenger Health Care Amherst Manor. She was nominated by Jennifer Loeser, S/OTA, for the supervisor award through the EHOVE mentorship program. Specifically, Amanda worked with Ms. Loeser through that EHOVE’s adult career center occupational therapy assistant partnership.
Amanda has been with Sprenger Health Care for 4 years, and has worked in the healthcare industry for 20 years. During this time, she has hosted many students and is an excellent teacher. Ms. Loeser wrote the following about Amanda:
“I would like to nominate Amanda Krieg for the supervisor award. I could not have had a better experience for my first level II rotation. She, and the whole Sprenger therapy team at Amherst Manor, made me feel comfortable and allowed me to ask questions as well as giving me feedback and help where I needed it. Amanda was encouraging and always knew when I needed her to jump in for help, and for advice. I feel she truly allowed me to grow into becoming a COTA. She planted a good seed for me to build on, and showed me how to talk to patients with true compassion. She was a teacher without making me feel out-of-place or inadequate. I truly feel she should earn this award. It is difficult to put into words how wonderful she made me feel throughout my first rotation and how much I learned from her.”
For more information on the occupational therapy assistant program at EHOVE, please visit: http://www.ehove.net/adult-education/programs/occupational-therapy-assistant/
Photo from left to right: Teri LaGuardia, MOT, OTR/L – EHOVE Occupational Therapy Assistant Program, Jennifer Loeser, S/OTA, Amanda Krieg, OTA – Sprenger Health Care Amherst Manor
Sprenger Healthcare Opens First Dedicated Memory Care Assisted LivingMedia Contact:
Amanda Yandell, Corporate Marketing Coordinator
Sprenger Health Care Towne Center Community Campus
500 Community Drive
Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 930-6627 / AYandell@SprengerHealthCare.com
Location Contact:
Jason Coe, LNHA, Regional Director of Operations
Sprenger Health Care Towne Center Community Campus
500 Community Drive
Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 930-6603 / JCoe@SprengerHealthCare.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Avon Lake, OHIO – July 6, 2017 – Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living, a unique memory care assisted living facility located inside Sprenger Healthcare Towne Center Community Campus, is now open and accepting residents.
“Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living offers quality care for residents in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or other related dementias,” said Jason Coe, LNHA, Regional Director of Operations with Sprenger Healthcare. “With safety, continuity of care, and sensory cognition in mind, Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living optimizes quality of life while encouraging residents to maintain a healthy level of activity.”
Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living is Sprenger Healthcare’ first memory care assisted living community. The unit features 30 private studios, each with individual bathrooms and specialized safety features; a large dining area featuring chef-designed meals; saltwater aquarium; a common area with a 30-foot glass clerestory to let in plenty of natural light; and a secured courtyard for residents and their loved ones to enjoy.
The addition of a memory care assisted living facility on our campus will give us greater capacity to meet the evolving needs of our community,” Coe continued. “Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living will not only be a safe and comfortable home for residents, it will provide a constructive environment to promote activity and socialization.”
Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living at Sprenger Healthcare Towne Center Community Campus also features a Life Enrichment team, which offers residents specialized programming, including fitness programs, planned outings, and weekly happy hours, as well as art and pet therapy, among other services. Residents can also take advantage of Sprenger Healthcare’ Certified Dementia Care Specialists and 24-hour staff to assist with everyday needs.
Media Contact: Amanda Yandell, Corporate Marketing Coordinator
Sprenger Health Care Towne Center Community Campus
500 Community Drive
Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 930-6627 / AYandell@SprengerHealthCare.com
Location Contact: Jason Coe, LNHA, Regional Director of Operations
Sprenger Health Care Towne Center Community Campus
500 Community Drive
Avon Lake, OH 44012
(440) 930-6603 / JCoe@SprengerHealthCare.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Avon Lake, OHIO – June 13, 2017 – Sprenger Healthcare is celebrating its new Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living space at Sprenger Health Care Towne Center Community Campus with a community open house Wednesday, June 28, 2017.
The community open house will take place from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at 400 Community Drive, Avon Lake, OH 44012.
Tours will be provided throughout the event for community members to explore the new Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living space, which is designed to offer quality care for those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or other related dementias. With safety, continuity of care, and sensory cognition in mind, Parkway is designed to optimize quality of life and encourage residents to maintain a healthy level of activity.
As the first memory care assisted living facility in Sprenger Healthcare, the unit includes 30 private studios with individual bathrooms and specialized safety features. It has its own dining room featuring chef-designed meals, a soothing salt water aquarium, a 30-foot glass clearstory to let in plenty of natural light, and a secured courtyard for residents and their loved ones to enjoy.
“The addition of a memory care assisted living facility on our campus gives us more capacity to meet the changing needs of our residents,” said Jason Coe, Regional Director of Operations for Sprenger Healthcare.
Parkway Memory Care Assisted Living provides a constructive environment to promote activity and socialization, with planned outings, weekly happy hours, in-house fitness programs, as well as art and pet therapy. Residents can also benefit from Certified Dementia Care Specialists and 24-hour staff to assist with everyday needs.
The community open house will include a ceremonial ribbon cutting, complimentary wine tasting with The Wine Room, raffle baskets, cocktails, and hearty hors d’oeuvres and desserts compliments of Chef Jim Smith.
For more information and to RSVP please contact Jasmine Naida at (440) 930-6700 or email JNaida@SprengerHealthCare.com.
About Sprenger Healthcare
Sprenger Healthcare is a leading developer, owner and operator of senior living communities in Ohio, Indiana, and South Carolina. Through our 12 communities encompassing nearly 2,000 beds, we provide exceptional health care services for the aging, including short-term post-acute rehabilitation, long-term nursing care, assisted and independent living, memory care, hospice, and respite care.
From a small family-owned nursing facility to an expansive enterprise employing 2,000 professionals, Sprenger Healthcare is actively growing and adapting to the ever-changing needs of the communities we serve. With a strong focus on innovation and quality, Sprenger’s third generation is building a legacy while maintaining the same philosophy of personalized care initially established by Grace Sprenger in 1959.
By: Renea Dutton, Director of Rehabilitation
Sprenger Healthcare is a proud sponsor of Moving Day® Cleveland, the National Parkinson Foundation Ohio’s annual fundraising walk/run event, planned for June 17, 2017 at Wade Oval at University Circle.
Donations support the development of treatments for the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Parkinson’s disease is a progressive movement disorder of the nervous systems. Moving Day® is a celebration of movement featuring a kids area, a caregivers relaxation tent and a Movement Pavillion with yoga, dance, Tai Chi, and Pilates. These activities have been proven to better manage the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. There is also a family-friendly 1-mile walk course in which participants can unit in the fight against Parkinson’s disease and walk to spread awareness.
Sprenger Healthcare will be hosting a walking team and sponsoring a tent at the Moving Day® Cleveland event. We encourage residents, staff, family and friends to join our team! To join the Sprenger in Motion Team, please visit http://www3.parkinson.org/site/TR/MovingDayEvent/NPFOhioChapter?team_id=42811&pg=team&fr_id=2576
Sprenger Healthcare is dedicated to the fight against Parkinson’s disease. This is why offer Delay the Disease, a free 12-week exercise program developed to optimize the physical function of people with Parkinson’s disease. Our licensed therapists will guide participates through Parkinson’s specific exercises, in an effort to reduce the symptoms often associated with the disease. Our “Delay the Disease” exercise program is offered at our Amherst Manor Retirement Community, Heather Knoll Nursing & Rehabilitation and Smithville Western Care Commons. For more information or to RSVP, contact the therapy department at a facility near you!
In honor of International Nurses Day, Karen Foreman, Director of Nursing at Sprenger Healthcare’ Anchor Lodge Retirement Village in Lorain, has been chosen to throw the first pitch at the Lake Erie Crushers home opener.
“With a broad knowledge base in every department of the skilled nursing facility field, Karen is truly able to exceed expectations as a leader, supervisor and Director of Nursing,” said Janelle Shaw, Administrator at Anchor Lodge Retirement Village.
In recognition of Foreman’s dedication to being an outstanding nurse and role model, she was nominated and chosen by her peers to throw out the first pitch of the season.
“Karen has been very kind in guiding me when I moved into my new role as the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON). She has provided great deal of knowledge that I have used daily,” said DeeDee Kozusko, ADON at Anchor Lodge Retirement Village. “Karen provides space for you to grow and listens when you need to talk things out. She has become a mentor who I truly value.”
Foreman joined Sprenger Healthcare in 2000. Her knowledge, leadership and commitment to patient care led to her promotion as the Director of Nursing and continues to drive the 17 years of success she’s had with the company.
Outside of work, Foreman shares her passion for the well-being of others through her ongoing dedication to the American Cancer Society.
The Lake Erie Crushers’ home opener is Friday, May 12, 2017 at 7:05 p.m. against the Joliet Slammers. It will take place at Sprenger Healthcare Stadium, 2009 Baseball Boulevard, Avon, OH 44011.
For tickets to the Lake Erie Crushers game, please visit www.lakeeriecrushers.com.
Sprenger Healthcare is celebrating the expansion and renovation of Amherst Manor Retirement Community with a community open house Thursday, April 27, 2017.
The community open house will take place from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at 175 North Lake Street, Amherst, OH 44001.
Tours will be provided throughout the event for community members to explore the skilled nursing expansion, which includes 30 private rooms and a new state-of-the-art 2,700 square foot therapy gym.
The community open house will include a ceremonial ribbon cutting, complimentary wine tasting with Giuseppe’s Wine Cellar, raffle baskets and a visit from the Lake Erie Crushers mascot, Stomper.
Join city officials and members of the Sprenger family at 5:00pm for a Ceremonial Ribbon Cutting that will mark the official unveiling of Amherst Manor’s new addition.
Heavy hors d’oeuvres, desserts and cocktails will be available, compliments of Chef Jim Smith.
For more information or to RSVP, please contact the facility receptionist at (440) 988-4415 or email rwheeler@sprengerhealthcare.com.
About Amherst Manor Retirement Community
Amherst Manor Retirement Community was the first to join Sprenger Healthcare in 1959. The facility offers a continuum of services, including skilled nursing, orthopedic and short term rehabilitation, memory care, assisted living and independent senior living. To learn more about the programs and services offered at Amherst Manor, visit www.sprengerhealthcare.com or contact the facility at (440) 988-4415.
