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When a parent needs a hip or knee replacement, the surgery itself is often only the beginning. Families also need to think about what happens after the hospital stay, especially if their loved one is not yet ready to manage safely at home. Choosing the right rehab after hip replacement can make the transition from…
Recovering after surgery, a serious illness, or an injury often requires more than a few days of rest at home. Many older adults need professional rehabilitation to regain strength, mobility, and confidence before returning to their daily routines. One of the first questions families ask is, ‘Does Medicare cover short-term rehab, and what costs should…
For more than 143 years, Saint Elizabeth Community has been a trusted source of support, care, and compassion for older adults and families across Rhode Island. When people choose to donate to an elder care non-profit, they want to know their contributions create meaningful change. They want proof that their generosity helps real people, strengthens…
The difference between assisted living and a nursing home is the level of care provided. Assisted living supports older adults who are mostly independent but need help with daily activities. Nursing homes provide around-the-clock skilled medical care for people with complex health conditions or ongoing rehabilitation needs. Choosing the right senior care option is one…
Providence Business News HEALTH CARE HEROES 2026 AWARDSHealth Care Administrator: Elizabeth Russell, Saint Elizabeth Home Administrator What led you to choose health care as your profession? My father was a physician and during summer breaks, I used to work in his office. As a result, I was really drawn to health care, and I especially enjoyed working with…
Aging in Place: How Home Care from St. Elizabeth Community Can Offer Comfort, Independence, and Peace of Mind When it comes to caring for seniors, finding the right balance of support, independence, and peace of mind matters—for both older adults and the people who love them. That’s where St. Elizabeth Community comes in, offering flexible care options…
An Innovative Approach to Skilled Nursing Care The GREEN HOUSE Homes, located on our campus in East Greenwich, are an innovative approach to long-term nursing care. Built in 2017, they offer both privacy and community in an open, homelike setting. We recently partnered with Vernon Homes in Vermont, creating a video to help them promote…
Choosing a Short-Term Rehabilitation Center After an injury, illness or surgery, the care and support you receive is critical to your long-term recovery. A short-term rehabilitation center is designed to get you back on your feet so you can return to independent living. Most of us, however, haven’t really thought about where we would go…
Caring for an aging parent or loved one rarely follows a clear path. What begins as a few small concerns can quickly become a complex web of medical appointments, safety decisions, emotional stress, and uncertainty about what comes next. Many families try to manage everything on their own, only to realize that the system is…
When a loved one is discharged from the hospital after surgery, a fall, illness, or medical setback, families are often asked to make important decisions quickly. In many cases, the hospital care team recommends short-term rehabilitation before returning home. While that recommendation is meant to support recovery, it can still feel overwhelming for families trying…