Author name: CentraState Health

Eileen O’Malley’s story is one rich in family heritage and resilience. Born to Italian immigrant parents, Eileen grew up with four siblings in Jersey City, where her father worked his way from barber to City Hall employee. Through him, she landed a job as a secretary at Kellex Corporation, later realizing it was part of […]

For many seniors, the golden years usher in an exciting phase of life filled with possibilities—freedom from previous responsibilities like work and raising children, more time to pursue interests, travel and enjoy time with family. But for others, particularly those living alone or dealing with mental or physical health issues, this phase of life can

Photos and videos are more than just moments captured — they are powerful tools for connection, especially for families dealing with cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. At Monmouth Crossing, we recognize the profound benefits these visual memories offer, and we integrate them into our programs to enhance well-being and

JULY 2024 — Centrastate Healthcare System’s Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living has achieved the Dementia Capable Care Workforce Leader recognition from Dementia Care Specialists at Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI). The Dementia Capable Care Workforce Leader (DCC-WL) recognition is awarded to organizations who are committed to creating a dementia capable workforce, using Dementia Capable Care training to

We’ve all experienced loneliness. But as we age, factors such as the loss of loved ones to moves or illness, and personal health challenges can leave many older adults feeling socially isolated. In fact, one-fourth of adults over age 65 are considered to be socially isolated, according to National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine

Having a discussion with your older parents about moving out of their current home and into a senior living community can be fraught with stress and bad feelings. There are ways that you can handle this conversation with love and care, but it takes planning. “When you and other family members realize that a senior

In April 2020 when the staff at Monmouth Crossing Assisted Living noticed that one of their longtime residents, then 93-year-old Madeline Tagliavia, didn’t seem quite like her usual self, they jumped into action. “The nurses at Monmouth Crossing called us right away to let us know that my mother was suffering from a low-grade fever

Deciding whether to move a parent into assisted living is difficult in the best of times—deciding during a pandemic is even more difficult. The seemingly obvious choice is to keep your parent at home or living with family. But home can pose risks for seniors too, especially if they: Need regular assistance with activities of