Wellness
LiveSmart: Don’t Let a Fall Sideline Your Holiday Plans
Don’t let a fall mar a joyous holiday gathering. Plan ahead to make get-togethers safe and merry, especially for seniors who are most at risk. […]
Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association
Wellness
LiveSmart: Preventing Holiday Falls
Having an older loved one over for the holidays? Make sure to prepare your space to reduce fall risks. […]
SPHP in the News
Times Union: ‘I’d Rather Take Him Home’ — Pandemic’s Devastation Fuels a Home Care Boom
The Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association was featured in the Times Union’s story on the growing demand for home care as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
News
Eddy Agencies are First Community Services Providers to Interface with Hixny
The Community Hospice, Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association, and Eddy Licensed Home Care Agency have become the first home care, hospice and community-based services providers in the greater Capital Region to interface its electronic medical records with Hixny. […]
Inside SPHP
Visiting Nurses Trained in Recognizing, Reacting to Canine Aggression
More than 200 St. Peter’s Health Partners health care providers who work in home care settings recently received training on best practices when faced with aggressive dogs while providing care. […]
SPHP in the News
The Record: St. Peter’s Health Partners Receives Integrated Care Certification
The Record published a story on the Integrated Care Certification awarded to St. Peter’s Health Partners (SPHP) by The Joint Commission. […]
News
St. Peter’s Health Partners Awarded Integrated Care Certification From The Joint Commission
St. Peter’s Health Partners is the first organization in New York state, and one of only a few organizations in the United States, to receive Integrated Care Certification from The Joint Commission. […]
SPHP in the News
WNYT NewsChannel 13: Forum 13: Age in Place
Lynda Shrager, OTR, MSW, CAPS, an occupational therapist with the Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association, appeared on WNYT’s Forum 13 to discuss her book, “Age in Place: A Guide to Modifying, Organizing, and Decluttering Mom and Dad’s House.” […]
Upcoming Events
“Watch Your Step” Seminar on Sept. 6 to Discuss Fall Prevention for Seniors
St. Peter’s Health Partners will hold a free educational seminar to discuss fall prevention, titled “Watch Your Step.” Free and open to the public, the program will take place: Thursday, September 6 6 to 7:30 p.m. Mercy Auditorium – St. Peter’s Hospital campus 310 S. Manning Blvd. (Across the street from the hospital) The distinguished speakers will: Matthew Sonagere, DO | Sunnyview Rehabilitation Hospital Lynda Shrager, OTR | Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association Kevin Paulsen, PT | Slingerlands Rehabilitation Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of unintentional injuries, hospital admissions for trauma, and even death. At the “Watch Your Step” seminar, Paulsen, Shragner, and Dr. Sonagere will discuss how to prevent falls. They will provide home safety tips, suggest exercises to improve strength, speak about fall risk factors, and share how physical and occupational therapy can help decrease fall risk. Space is limited and registration is required. Please call 518-525-2227 to reserve a seat.
SPHP in the News
WNYT NewsChannel 13: Health Beat: Aging in Place
Lynda Shrager, OTR, MSAW, CAPS, an occupational therapist with the Eddy Visiting Nurse and Rehab Association, was interviewed for WNYT’s Health Beat segment. […]