Elan December Blog – Seasonal Affective Disorder Dr. Ken Sebastianelli has served as Medical Director for Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab, a Jewish Senior Life Community, since 2012. Dr. Sebastianelli is a board-certified Internal Medicine practitioner with Prime Med Medical Group, and is affiliated with Geisinger Community Medical Center and Moses Taylor Hospital. He is …
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Reducing the Impact of Arthritis Arthritis is a common condition that affects older adults and can cause significant limitations in performing daily activities. There are several types of arthritis, but osteoarthritis is the most common form among older adults and one of the most common causes of physical disability. Our joints have a lining of …
The “Fur”ever Bond Between Humans and Animals: Reaping the Benefits of Pet Ownership October is Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, and the perfect time to consider bringing a four-legged friend into your home. Most of us agree that animals bring smiles to our faces. How many of us have spent hours watching adorable animal antics …
Always Vigilant and Ever Alert: Protecting Yourself from Scams In this day and age, we have access to boundless information right at our fingertips. From cell phones to computers, ChatGPT to Google, there is no denying that technology has made our lives easier in more ways than we could have imagined possible 30 or 40 …
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A Dose of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure – Staying Healthy Starts with Vaccination Fall is time for beautiful foliage – football- festivals and ….the flu! Yes, flu season is almost upon us! Just as we schedule time for other wellness screenings, it is important to schedule your vaccines. When planning for your …
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Enjoy the Outdoors Responsibly Summer months bring long days of sunshine – the perfect conditions for enjoying outdoor adventures, recreation, relaxation, and socializing. While summertime brings fun times, it is important we enjoy the outdoors safely. Older adults, young children, individuals with chronic health conditions, and those who work or exercise outdoors are often more …
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We had the privilege of having Mary Colledge as a guest on PA Live! to discuss Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab. Link to the PA Live! Interview
The Bridge at Elan, the state of the art short stay unit with a dialysis den at Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, is now a reality. A ribbon-cutting ceremony on April 11, 2023, marked the culmination of almost a year of work and will officially open for residents in May. The Bridge at Elan is …
Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab, A Jewish Senior Life Community formerly known as the Jewish Home of Eastern Pennsylvania, received funding through two state grants that will help modernize and enhance its location in downtown Scranton. The grants, for $1 million and $350,000 respectively, were awarded through the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. “We are as proud, …
Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab Receives $1.35 Million in Commonwealth Grants Read More »
Elan Skilled Nursing and Rehab Administrator Mary Rose Applegate talks about the inspiring leadership of the Board of Directors and the second-floor updates that will result in a state-of-the-art rehabilitation unit.
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