Preserve Your Family History by Writing Family Stories

November 9, 2022 — Preserve Your Family History by Writing Family Stories “Everyone has a story to tell.” It seems like a cliché, but it’s true! November is Family Stories Month, a perfect time to gather your family together and transcribe those stories to preserve them for perpetuity. Here are some tips for writing your family stories: Decide which... Read More

Aging or Alzheimer’s? National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month

November 9, 2022 — A friend’s name may elude us. We may have trouble thinking of the right word to use. Or we’ve walked into another room and forgotten what it was we needed. Are these examples of aging, early memory loss or just simply being distracted, by doing one thing while you’re thinking of another? If you or... Read More

Apple Cider Day

November 9, 2022 — They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but a glass of apple cider can rejuvenate the soul. Every year on November 18, we celebrate National Apple Cider Day. The origin of apple cider dates back to 3,000 B.C., when the Celts in Britain made the beverage using crabapples. Apple cider is made... Read More

Bite-Size Candy Corn Facts & Fun

October 9, 2022 — Invented in the late 1880s by George Renninger, the sweet treat originally named “chicken feed” was manufactured by the Wunderle Candy Corn Company in Philadelphia. Due to the kernels’ unique layers of yellow, orange, and white, the original creation process was very costly and time-consuming, however, over 100 years and a name change later, the... Read More

Breast Cancer Awareness

October 9, 2022 — Breast cancer is a disease in which cells in the breast grow out of control. There are different types of breast cancer, and people can experience different symptoms. Some individuals do not have any signs or symptoms at all. Symptoms may include but are not limited to: New lump in the breast or underarm (armpit).... Read More

October is Physical Therapy Month

October 9, 2022 — Physical Therapists work to restore strength, mobility and promote greater independence, either unassisted or with assistive devices. Licensed physical therapists focus on improvement, coordination, balance, strength and endurance of their patients. Did you know that physical therapy may be a safe, effective alternative route to treat chronic pain conditions? According to the APTA (American Physical... Read More

Employee of the Month: Telisha

October 9, 2022 — Congratulation Telisha Barnes, LPN on being Franklin Simpson Nursing & Rehabilitation Employee of the Month! Telisha enjoys traveling on beach vacations and spending time with her kids and grandchildren. Thank You, Telisha for always going above and beyond, for being an exceptional nurse.

October Birthdays!!

October 9, 2022 — Help us celebrate these October birthdays – Happy Birthday! Staff & Residents Martha B. Oct. 50 Carolyn C. Oct. 10 Katina S. Oct. 10 Carolyn P. Oct. 19 Kenneth M. Oct. 22 Robert W. Oct. 25 Charles b. Oct. 28 Fred Austin Oct. 31

October Activity Highlights

October 9, 2022 — • Wear Pink Every Monday In October for Breast Cancer Awareness Month • Pumpkin Decorating Contest will begin October3- October21st. FSNR will vote the winners of the contest. • Resident Store-17th • Resident Council 19th • October Birthday Party 27th • Community Wide Trunk or Treat October 28th 5-7 Please Come Join for Spooky Fun!

Don’t Skip a Beat – Prepare for Heart Attacks

September 6, 2022 — Know the risks. Be educated about the risks you and your loved ones face. Certain behaviors and conditions can increase your risk for a heart attack, including smoking, having uncontrolled high blood pressure, being overweight, and eating an unhealthy diet. Have a heart-to-heart. Engage friends, family members, and loved ones in a conversation about heart... Read More