The Cedars: Recent Episodes
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For more than 40 years we have provided skilled nursing, long & short term care, rehabilitation, and home care services all throughout Rhode Island.
Welcome to The Cedars’ family tree. Today we are introducing April Healey. A Rhode Island native, April has worked for Cedar Home Health for almost four years.
Welcome to The Cedars’ family tree. Today we are introducing Eddie Torres and Jim Naylor. Both Jim and Eddie work in the Environmental Services department at Cedar Crest. Listen to learn about their time at Cedar Crest and how their work contributes to the Cedars.
Welcome to The Cedars’ family tree. Today we are introducing Gina Miozza. Gina is a nurse at Cedars Home Health. Read about how she found the right role for her in nursing and listen to her discuss Cedars Home Health.
Welcome to The Cedars’ family tree. Today we are introducing Gina Miozza. Gina is a nurse at Cedars Home Health. Read about how she found the right role for her in nursing and listen to her discuss Cedars Home Health.
Welcome to The Cedars’ family tree. Today we are introducing Gina Miozza. Gina is a nurse at Cedars Home Health. Read about how she found the right role for her in nursing and listen to her discuss Cedars Home Health.
Welcome to The Cedars’ family tree. Today we are introducing Gina Miozza. Gina is a nurse at Cedars Home Health. Read about how she found the right role for her in nursing and listen to her discuss Cedars Home Health.
Today Marks the 80th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl harbor. On December 7, 1941, a surprise arial attack by the Japanese on Hawaii killed 2,403 Americans, destroyed and severely damaged battleships and hundreds of aircrafts. The next day the United States declared war.
Meet the next member of The Cedars’ family tree. Today we are introducing CNA Benny Gibson. Benny has worked with patients for six years at The Cedar’s rehabilitation facilities. Listen to him discuss what a normal day looks like for him, along with some not so normal days that took place during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Welcome to The Cedars’ family tree. Today we are introducing Gina DiRaimo. Gina is the Assistant Director of Nurses at Cedar Crest and The Cedar’s infection control preventionist.
It is a grand mistake to think of being great without goodness and I pronounce it as certain that there was never a genuinely great man that was not at the same time truly virtuous.
For almost a year now, our healthcare frontline has been stretched to the limit. With extreme pride, every day I watch my staff at Cedar Crest face their fears head on, determined to provide the best care to our vulnerable residents and patients.
While It seems like the distant past, it was exactly a year ago in October that The Cedars was honored to receive The Silver Award from the American Health Care Association.
It’s hard to believe that only a few short months ago, we were celebrating and jitterbugging away at our 50th anniversary party.
March 9, 2020 Dear Cedars Community, As we reported to you last week, at The Cedars our greatest concern is ensuring that our residents, patients, and staff are in the safest and healthiest environment possible.
Nursing home employees by their nature are often people who others consider to be compassionate people.
It was a roaring great time at the swanky 50th Anniversary Celebration for Cedar Crest Nursing Centre held this January at Alpine Country Club.
There’s still time to join us for the 25th Annual Pat Pezzelli Memorial Golf Tournament to benefit the children of St. Dominique/Pat Pezzelli Memorial School in Marigot Haiti!
To Cedar Nurses, Last night I had the pleasure of attending the Rhode Island College Nursing Program Pinning as my niece became an RN.
We are excited to announce that Cedar Crest and Cedar Home Health are featured in this February’s issue of Rhode Island Monthly’s “Rhode Island Successful Family Businesses” The Cedars has been in business for 49 years and we look forward to turning 50 in 2020.
On Tuesday, July 31st from 2p-5p The Cedars Home Care Team will be sponsoring a Blood Drive event at Cedar Crest Nursing Centre in honor of Becky Albert.
On Tuesday, July 31st from 2p-5p The Cedars Home Care Team will be sponsoring a Blood Drive event at Cedar Crest Nursing Centre in honor of Becky Albert.
We are happy to announce that Gayle Katzman RPT, Brenna O’Keefe MS, OTR/L, Al Dovale MSPT, and Heather Silva OTR/L from Cedar Crest and Cedar Home Health have received the LSVT BIG Certification.
The Cedars, Cranston RI, is very proud to once again sponsor Rhode Island Monthly’s Top Docs 2018 Celebration at Inskipp Audi.
Our Activity Director Gregory Gillis has years of experience in Theater, Dance and most importantly Health Care Activities.
Cedar Crest and Cedar Home Health were pleased to participate in the Rhode Island Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver’s Journey Conference held on April 26, 2018 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Warwick RI.
Cedar Crest Nursing Centre is happy to welcome Sam Alba as a new Stylist to our Hair Salon.
Delivering High Quality care is The Cedars’ top priority. Both Cedar Crest and Cedar Home Health are always prepared to weather any storm.
Cedar Crest over the past several years has worked closely with the Genesis Center located in Providence Rhode Island. Each year, Genesis Center serves over 650 individuals in adult education and workforce development and over 100 children in its childcare program.
Dear Cedars’ Family This is my favorite time of the year. It’s that time when I break out the music, decorate the house and pull out all of the DVDs to usher in the holidays.
On Tuesday November 14th , from 3p-8p The Cedars Home Care Team will be sponsoring a Blood Drive event to help our Rhode Island Neighbors and Friends
We are very proud to sponsor the Rhode Island Monthly’s 2017 Excellence in Nursing Celebration.
Today Thom and Vanessa from Cedar Home Health discussed the benefits of Private Duty Services on The Rhode Show.
Over the past week, we have all been watching and reading reports about the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey in Texas and along the Gulf Coast.
30 years ago a group of local RI residents led by Father Francis Guidice, from the Cathedral of St. Peter and Paul in Providence, went on a mission to Marigot Haiti.
Dear Cedars’ Family, It’s with extreme sadness that I inform you of the passing of Diann Lavigne CNA/CMT on Saturday July 22, 2017. Diann has been a faithful and dedicated employee of The Cedars for the past 19 years
The Cedars Home Care Team will be sponsoring a Blood Drive event at Cedar Crest Nursing Centre 125 Scituate Ave Cranston, RI 02921 in honor of Becky Albert who recently lost a courageous battle with a rare form of Colorectal Cancer leaving her husband Doug and two children, Luke and Connor.
The Cedars, Cranston RI, is very proud to once again sponsor Rhode Island Monthly’s Top Docs Celebration May 4th 2017.
We are pleased to announce the addition of Vanessa Carnevale to our Cedar Home Health team. Vanessa will be working closely with our clinical team to provide additional non medical services.
Recovering from an illness or injury can be a very stressful experience. A healing environment can impact positively on this experience.
What better way to start a new year but to have the Rhode Island Department of Health find you free of Health Deficiencies!
Nutrition and diet are always important to talk about in terms of cardiac health, but especially during the Holiday Season.
The Cedars Home Healthcare Program receives a Patient Satisfaction Award of Distinction 2016 Cedar Home Health has once again been recognized for being in the top 25% of the Fazzi National Patient Satisfaction Database.
The Cedars Home Healthcare Program receives a Patient Satisfaction Award of Distinction 2016. Cedar Home Health has once again been recognized for being in the top 25% of the Fazzi National Patient Satisfaction Database.
What makes for a good nurse? Ask anyone in the healthcare world and they’ll tell you an unrelenting desire to help people. But what makes an excellent nurse?
Among older adults, falls are the leading cause of injury deaths, unintentional injuries, and hospital admissions for trauma. Falls can take a serious toll on older adults’ quality of life and independence.
Suffering from Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) can be frustrating, scary and confusing for both patient and family members. CHF can be successfully managed at home.
As the owner and administrator of The Cedars, a successful health care provider for over 45 years, I am fortunate to see a third generation join me in its operation.
The management of chronic illnesses has become a critical issue in today’s healthcare environment.
Today in every healthcare arena, there is increasing reference to “person-centered care.” But what does that mean?
Home health care is a convenient way for patients to recover from their illness while being able to stay in the comfort of their home.
In order to combat the deteriorating health, it’s crucial that seniors adopt a consistent habit of eating healthy foods that contain rich nutritional value.
After going through surgery, it’s important to focus on eating nutritious meals in order to get your body to fully recover from the procedure. Preparing the right foods after surgery can lower the risk of infection and put you on a faster route to recovery.
Here are some ways that skilled nurses can care for your loved one after a stroke that can ease your worries.
In Honor of National Heart Month, The Cedars would like to share 5 easy ways to keep your heart healthy.
Congratulations !! Week one of the biggest loser challenge is complete, which means there are only 12 weeks left!
Katie Whipple MS RD, one of our dietitians, will be leading #TeamCedarsRI Biggest Loser Challenge. Here are some words from her for this week’s start of The Biggest Loser Challenge!
Over the past few months, we have been working hard to prepare our new luxury rehab center. We are excited about the progress we have made, the building is now up and sealed for winter, so we would like to share some updates with you.
Suffering from chronic knee pain or a severe injury is uncomfortable and debilitating. Knee replacement surgery, also known as arthroplasty, may be the way to relieve this pain and give you the ability to move comfortably again.
It’s that time of year again and The Cedars is excited to spread the joy with our annual Christmas concert!
Due to our level of success, Fazzi Associates has presented us with the Patient Satisfaction Award of Distinction. This award is presented to health organizations that have demonstrated superior performance in patient satisfaction.
Dear Cedar’s Employees, Thanksgiving is the perfect time of year to reflect upon our many blessings, and we would like to take this opportunity to tell you how grateful we are for each one of you.
Deciding on care treatment for a loved one may be difficult depending on the services they may need. Here’s some information on Home Health Care and Post-Acute to help you and your loved one.
Linda Cooney, our Director of Home Health Services participated in a Twitter discussion this past Wednesday regarding medication management. There were over 30 participants in the #ElderCareChat and Linda was able to provide valuable insight on medication management.
Even if you and your doctor planned for you to go home right after surgery, it is possible you will need an extended stay in a rehabilitation facility to help you regain strength and recover enough to safely return home.
Therapeutic touch can help to reduce pain and anxiety. It is a therapy that is believed to restore balance throughout the body, in order to promote healing.
Speech therapy can help seniors to communicate more effectively and enjoy a better quality of life. Being able to communicate at any age is important, but it is especially important for seniors.
We are thrilled to announce the start of construction for the anticipated expansion to The Cedars campus: a new, state-of-the-art, nursing and rehabilitation wing featuring 12 private rooms with private baths.
Often times, caregivers are the last to receive care themselves. If you’re providing care to your loved one, it’s important to remember that this job is one that requires regular respite.
A strong Cardiac Rehab program will help you build partnerships with skilled professionals that will lead you on the path to a healthy lifestyle.
Touring the Cedars is a great way to learn about the facility, and discover whether it’s right for you.
Pulmonary heart disease is the failure of the right ventricle of the heart –usually a result of high pressure in the blood vessels of the lungs.
We are very pleased to invite you to the 21st Annual Pat Pezzelli Memorial Golf Tournament at the Kirkbrae Country Club in Lincoln, RI.
When it comes to finding a rehabilitation facility, or care provider for a loved one, you want to ensure that the facility you choose is reputable and qualified, able to provide your loved one with the care that they need.
Helping seniors to relive special memories can be a rewarding and tremendously valuable experience.
Guests admired the red, white and blue décor and listened to patriotic tunes while waiting for the ceremonies to begin at a recent event held at The Cedars in Cranston called a “Salute to Veterans and Their Caregivers.”
Join us at The Cedars in Cranston, Rhode Island to honor our veterans and active duty servicemen as we celebrate the brave men and women who have served our country in the armed services.
Asking for in-home help can be a scary situation. Strength and compassion are important traits for a caregiver to have.
Cedar Home Health, the Home Nursing Care program of The Cedars, has provided care to over one thousand patients over these 5 years.
A short stay at a nursing and rehabilitation facility can greatly aid your recovery after surgery.
The Cedars would like to congratulate the Community College of Rhode Island on celebrating their 50th anniversary!
Happy Earth Day! Here is an article written about the garden at The Cedars from this past summer featured in PrimeTime magazine.
The effect of Alzheimer’s can be felt throughout the entire family. Here are some tips for Rhode Island caretakers and families to help make the process of coping with Alzheimer’s a little easier.
This week is Pulmonary Rehabilitation week which reminds us the importance of pulmonary rehabilitation in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with lung disease.
In the quest for optimal health and wellness, more people are embracing Holistic treatment.
Local Rhode Island musicians will band together again for the second RI Rocks 4 Haiti benefit concert.
Congratulations to Cedar Crest on 45 years of Excellence and a perfect Survey for 2014!
Catching a cold is a miserable inconvenience, especially if it turns out to be the flu. Helpful Tips for Flu Prevention.
What should you look for in home health care services? Here are some of the benefits Cedar Crest Home Health will provide you with.