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Greek-Style Baked Cod Recipe While cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death globally, researchers published in The New England Journal of Medicine that 30% of heart attacks, strokes and deaths from heart disease are preventable with a Mediterranean...

National Skilled Nursing Care Week In observance of National Skilled Nursing Care Week, we want to pay tribute to the dedicated staff who help us heal, grow, and thrive during a time when we are vulnerable, and the residents who touch our hearts and inspire us to...

If there is anything that life has taught us, it’s that emergencies can and will happen. We highly encourage you to read these tips to prevent senior falls and accidents in your home. Hallways - keep them clear and free of clutter to reduce risk of tripping - install...

We all know exercise is good for you, but did you know that dancing has its benefits too? Researchers found that dancing poses a physical and a mental challenge-- demanding both your body and brain to learn new steps. But the best part? It’s fun! Read the article...

Aloha, Danville! We wanted to kick off the summer with a festive Hawaiian Luau at Danville Post-Acute Rehab! Everyone had such a great time as we handed out flower leis and plumerias to our lovely residents. It was so wonderful to see their faces light up. To complete...

We know being around plants calm and soothe us, but did you know that they may also improve an older person’s mental well-being? It was observed that green space promote engagement in seniors, and may help with stress. To read more, visit:...

Pacifica Nursing & Rehab Center receives top honor from U.S. News & World Report as one of America's best nursing homes for the 2017-18 year. More than 15,000 skilled nursing facilities are rated by U.S. News & World Report, but only 15% earned the top...

With February and Health Heart Awareness month coming to an end, we hope that you continue to improve your heart health in March! If you haven’t yet been able to take that first step to reduce your risk of heart disease, we encourage you to start today. Did you know...

At Pacifica Nursing and Rehab Center, we encourage everyone to make resolutions to improve personal health and wellness. John Hopkins Medicine, a leading organization in global health and education, published a list, “6 New Year’s Resolutions for a Happy – and Healthy...

One of my best friends, Becky, is going through a difficult time of life. Her husband’s behavior is becoming increasingly erratic as his dementia worsens, and she is starting to realize that she can’t do it alone. Becky feels overwhelmed as she battles the symptoms of...