Generations News
Generations Chief Medical Officer Interviewed on WEEK-TV in Peoria About Nursing Home Precautions for COVID-19
Generations Healthcare Network’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Jeff Kreamer was interviewed on for a WEEK-TV story about how Central Illinois Nursing homes are taking precautions for COVID-19. Generations at Riverview was featured in the news story as a facility who has been proactive in taking steps to protect their residents by limiting visitors and assessing… Read more»
Generations at Applewood Partners with Advanced Therapy Solutions for Innovative Treatment Options
To meet the growing demand for short-term rehabilitation services in Chicago’s south suburbs, Generations at Applewood tripled the size of its physical therapy room as part of a major expansion and renovation in 2018. With a spacious, state-of-the art Wellness and Fitness Center, Generations at Applewood sought out an innovative, patient-centered physical therapy partner that… Read more»
Day of Service
Over 30 volunteers, which included representatives from the Village of Matteson and Rich Township, braved the elements on Sat., January 12, 2019 to spend time with some special seniors at Generations at Applewood in Matteson for the Southland Day of Service. This event was one of 10 throughout the state of Illinois organized as part… Read more»
Grand Opening Celebration
Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the Grand Opening of Generations at Applewood in Matteson. This expanded and remodeled facility has added 30 private suites, a new state of the art therapy gym, advanced therapy equipment, short-term rehabilitation, on-site dialysis and an enhanced monitoring unit. Other enhancements include an Internet cafe, a… Read more»
Roll A Pizza Activity Brings Laughter and Fun
At Applewood, activity director Tiffany M. and the residents have invented their own dice game, which Tiffany titled “Roll a Pizza.” The game involves oversized dice, mounds of felt cloth material and a complete dependence on luck…most of the time. In Roll A Pizza, residents gather at a table and take turns trying to build… Read more»
Employee of the Year: Dorothy Hummel
It has been a long standing tradition to honor the employee of the year from each Generations Healthcare Network/SIR Management client facilities during the holiday season. Three of the thirteen specially chosen employees were finalists in the Burton Behr Employee of the Year award ceremony, with Dorothy as the 1st runner up! Congratulations Dorothy. Our employee of… Read more»
Pet Therapy with Therapy Dogs International
During the month Generations at Applewood’s residents receive visits from various canine friends from Therapy Dogs International. Pet therapy is a growing field and research has shown how beneficial it can be to the elderly, especially those who are living in a nursing home or skilled rehabilitation facility. Regular visits with pets, usually dogs, can… Read more»
Expansion and renovation to improve quality of life for long- and short-term care residents
Legat Architects walks us through what we can expect after completion of additions and renovations of our facility in 2018. [Matteson, IL] – Generations at Applewood kicked off a construction project that will enhance its already strong reputation for bringing comfort and care to its residents. Over 29,600 square feet of additions and renovations will… Read more»
National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month! It is a campaign created to focus on the importance of making informed food choices and developing sound eating and physical activities. What better way to celebrate than to share our top tips on senior nutrition for our residents and their loved ones. At Generations Healthcare Network, we make sure… Read more»
