Shady Lawn Nursing & Rehabilitation

01/17/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Day – January 19, 2026

Each year, on the third Monday of January, we honor civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. This January 19, we celebrate his legacy, courage, and enduring commitment to equality and justice. The idea for a national holiday began with labor unions, and after Dr. King’s assassination, U.S. Repre...

01/13/2026

Popcorn Fun Facts to Snack On

Popcorn isn’t just a tasty treat— it’s a snack with a story. Here are some bite-size kernels of trivia to munch on: Americans enjoy about 13 billion quarts of popcorn every year, more than any other country! Nebraska, part of the Corn Belt, leads the nation in popcorn production. The word “c...

01/09/2026

January is Glaucoma Awareness Month: Protect Your Sight

The new year is a perfect time to think about fresh starts—including taking care of your eyes. Glaucoma is a common condition that can lead to vision loss if left untreated, but it often develops quietly, with few or no symptoms. Routine eye exams are the best way to catch it early and protect you...

01/02/2026

Happy New Year!

12/29/2025

Short-Term Therapy Success

Trudy admitted to Shady Lawn following hospitalization for multiple comorbidities with resultant debility, increased weakness, and low endurance. Trudy’s goals were to get therapy for 1-2 weeks to get stronger and improve her activity tolerance and then to return home with her spouse. Trudy receiv...

12/29/2025

Merry Christmas! We had a fun and wonderful day celebrating the holiday. The afternoon was filled with music, good food, presents and a visit from Santa. We were so blessed by all of the great people that helped us make this holiday special for our beloved residents. Thank you goes out to the following for assistance with our angel tree, Wallonia Baptist Church, Donaldson Creek Church, Bloomfield Baptist Church, Revival Church, VFW Auxiliary, The Hargrove Family, The Stewart Family and Shady Lawn Staff-both past and present. Thanks to Liberty Point Church and Donaldson Creek Church for the goody/gift bags. Thank you to Delmont Baptist Church for the poinsettia plants. Thanks for the various cards and treats sent to our staff. And a big thank you to Rick Shaw, a.k.a., "Santa", for doing a great job and bringing lots us smiles and laughter to our party. We could not have done all of this without the assistance of others. We truly appreciate the wonderful community of Trigg County.

12/26/2025

National Call a Friend Day: Hear and See a Friendly Voice

In today’s world, we often rely on text messages and emails to stay in touch, but sometimes nothing beats hearing or seeing a loved one. December 28 is National Call a Friend Day, a perfect reminder to connect with someone you care about. Whether it is an old friend, a college roommate, a sibling,...

12/22/2025

Give Yourself the Gift of Sleep

Amid holiday parties, shopping, and gatherings, sleep can easily take a backseat. Yet quality rest boosts your mood, energy, and immune system—making it one of the best gifts you can give yourself. Adults 65+ should aim for 7–8 hours per night, and younger adults for 7 or more. Try winding down ...

12/16/2025

The Gift of Giving Back

Embrace the spirit of giving and spread warmth, hope, and goodwill by getting involved with local charities and holiday campaigns. Whether it’s volunteering your time, making a donation, or participating in fundraising events, your contribution can bring joy and support to individuals and families...

12/11/2025

Brighten Your Season with Winter Wellness - Shady Lawn Nursing & Rehabilitation

Winter can sometimes feel a little gloomy. Shorter days, chilly weather, and dry indoor air can affect our mood and energy. Many people experience the “winter blues,” and even mild dips in happiness are normal this time of year. The good news? There are plenty of ways to keep your spirits bright...

12/09/2025

Thanks to Jeffers Bend Steering Committee and Pennyrile Resource Conversation & Development Area Council for the gift of snacks and Christmas cards today for our residents. The cards were made by the children and young adults that participated in the Christmas at the Bend event this past weekend, and students from Christian County Schools and Gateway Academy in Hopkinsville. We are very grateful and appreciative to them for thinking of especially during this holiday season. We feel very blessed.

12/07/2025

What a fun time we had at the Christmas parade. Our float won "best use of lights". It was so much fun to see the smiling faces of all the children as they watched the floats go by. We want to thank those in the community who let us borrow items to make our float complete as well as staff that made it all come together. Thanks, go out to Raymon Oliver, Helen Thomas, Tina Thomas, and Toni Lee Thomas. We love being part of and involved with our wonderful community.