South Kingstown Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

07/20/2025

Sometimes the sweetest moments are the simplest—like a sunny afternoon and your favorite scoop of ice cream. 🍦☀️ Life doesn’t need to be fancy to be full. What’s your favorite flavor?

07/16/2025

Mental health deserves just as much care as physical health—at every age and stage of life. This July, during BIPOC Mental Health Month, we’re reminded how important it is to feel seen and supported. Visit mhascreening.org for a free, confidential screening and find the care you deserve. https://bit.ly/3eQNCi9

07/16/2025

Older adults are at high risk of heat-related illness, and hot temperatures can also lead to dehydration. Yet as we grow older, our fluid level can become dangerously low even during cooler months. To learn why, read “Questions About Answers About Seniors and Dehydration.”

This summer, much of the country has been suffering under blistering heat. High temperatures are especially dangerous for older adults, and dehydration is one of the big factors when they experience heat-related illness. Yet even during cooler times of year, older adults are at risk of having a less...

07/08/2025

July isn’t just any month—it’s Disability Pride Month. This year's theme, “We Belong Here, and We're Here to Stay,” honors the resilience, value, and rights of every person with a disability. Together, we're part of a community where everyone deserves respect, dignity, and opportunity. 💛

07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July from all of us! Whether you’re watching fireworks from the window, enjoying a red, white, and blue treat, or simply sharing memories of past celebrations—today we honor the strength of our nation and the incredible people who helped build it. 🇺🇸❤️

07/02/2025

Sometimes it seems like a chore to follow all the health advice we get! But some lifestyle choices that we would choose because they are fun are also good for us. Read “Seven Enjoyable Ways to Stay Healthy as You Age” to learn about the benefits of socializing, napping, laughing and more.

We’ve all heard that to stay healthy, we need to exercise more, eat more healthfully, quit smoking and drink alcohol only in moderation. For many of us, healthy lifestyle changes require a sacrifice and may feel like a lot of hard work. We grow weary of hearing people telling us we shouldn’t hav...

06/25/2025

June is a time to reflect on the impact of Alzheimer’s and other dementias—and to honor the strength of those living with memory loss and the caregivers who support them. Let’s raise awareness, encourage brain health, and continue the fight to end Alzheimer’s and all other dementia. Want to take part? Wear purple this month 💜

06/17/2025

The men at South Kingstown Nursing and rehab had fun grabbing lunch and playing pool.

06/17/2025

When older adults are preparing to sell their home to downsize or move into independent living, predatory home buyers might try to take advantage. Look out for the red flags that may indicate you’ve been targeted by a fraudster. Read “Selling Your Home? Watch Out for These Red Flags.” https://bit.ly/4lJz9q5

06/15/2025

Today we honor the dads, granddads, uncles, and father figures who fill our lives with love, wisdom, and stories worth retelling. 💙 Whether you're visiting, calling, or simply remembering someone special—Happy Father’s Day from all of us.

06/13/2025

CNA Spotlight: If you or a loved one are ever in need of nursing care, you would want Lori as your CNA! 💖 Lori is everything great about the profession - she is always happy, caring, compassionate, and wears a huge smile! 😄 Lori is a mom of four and a grandmother of four, and she has been a CNA for over forty years 👏 She was recently recognized for her awesomeness and promoted to restorative aide here at South Kingstown Nursing & Rehab 🎉 In her free time, Lori enjoys family time and singing in a Christian worship band 🎶 We love her!

06/12/2025

We’re celebrating our incredible CNAs—true champions of care, compassion, and heart. 🏆 Want to show your appreciation? Write them a kind note, give a heartfelt thank you, or just let them know they make your day better. Happy CNA Week to our everyday heroes! 💛