Where and how did the Nursing Home stigma begin? The definition of stigma is “a mark of disgrace associated with a particular circumstance, quality, or person.” For many years, that would describe the general public opinion of nursing homes or skilled nursing facilities as they are now often called. Over the decades of transformation of… Continue reading Killing the Stigma
Located in the heart of Topeka, Kansas, McCrite Plaza Retirement Living is a testament to warmth, community, and family values. Owned and operated by the McCrite family – Pat and Judy McCrite and their children – this retirement haven provides seniors with a unique blend of luxurious amenities, compassionate care, and a true sense of… Continue reading McCrite Plaza Retirement Living: A Haven of Comfort, Care, and Community in Topeka, KS
No one likes to think about it, but wintertime is filled with a higher number of falls. Some of those falls can result in a hospital stay for broken bones or a concussion. So, having a plan for rehabilitation is essential. This is especially true if you live alone and have no caregivers to help… Continue reading What Happens If You End Up In The Hospital After A Fall?
January and February in the Midwest are months with high fall rates. The cold and icy conditions create a threat for everyone but especially the Senior population. At McCrite Plaza Senior Living in Topeka and Kansas City, we focus on fall prevention with the help of our expert physical and occupational therapy teams. Assisted and… Continue reading Wintertime Brings Fall Dangers. How Can Seniors Prepare?
Now that we have explored the cost of retirement living in our last blog let’s dive into the subject of care. Age Wave, a research and consulting company, surveyed the thoughts and perceptions of the 65+ population concerning various forms of Senior Care. Five myths prevailed among this age group. Age Wave discovered a dramatic… Continue reading Senior Living Myths: Myth Number 4
Getting an education about various forms of retirement living in the Kansas City and Topeka areas can be overwhelming. To understand it, you need to become familiar with the language used. Concepts such as Independent Senior Living, Assisted Living, and Long-term Care, may just be a blur. Often, the term ‘nursing home’ is a blanket… Continue reading Five Myths That Surround The Topic Of Senior Living
Jul 19, 2016, 11:30am CDT Updated: Jul 19, 2016, 4:09pm CDT Rob Roberts Reporter Kansas City Business Journal Cassidy McCrite, administrator for McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff, speaks during a groundbreaking ceremony for an adjacent 96-bed facility, which will provide short-term rehabilitation services, long-term skilled nursing care and memory care. McCrite Plaza at Briarcliff, which currently… Continue reading Senior-living facility at Briarcliff embarks on $18M expansion
