Membership in this Council is strongly encouraged. As a resident advocate, the Social Worker assists residents in implementing and exercising their individual rights. In association with Hospice Buffalo, Hospice services are available to the resident ' and their family members if the need arises. Hospice is a special service that allows residents in the advanced stages of illness to remain in the nursing home with supportive surroundings while receiving comfort-focused care. Rehabilitation Services Physical, Occupational and Speech therapy treatments are for the purpose of meeting the rehabilitation needs of residents as ordered by the attending physician, and are supervised by qualified Therapists.
Treatments are available five days per week.
Dietary The Dietary Department prepares and serves residents meals, emphasizing home-made and favorite foods. A registered Dietitian monitors the nutritional needs of the residents. It is suggested that family members desiring to bring in food first discuss this with the nurse in charge. Family members can be accommodated for a meal by informing the charge nurse at least 12 hours ahead of time. Meal costs are minimal.