Articles and Videos

With 100 years of experience, Presbyterian Homes is recognized as an invaluable resource on creating extraordinary communities for older adults. Here are streaming videos and articles that might be helpful to those considering lifestyle and healthcare options.

Evanston’s Senior Housing Options
is a 30-minute panel discussion on the varied options available in the Evanston community for seniors’ housing. Panelists are Nancy Flowers, Long-Term Care Ombudsman for the City of Evanston; and Bob Werdan, Vice President of Marketing and Sales for Presbyterian Homes.

Bones, Joints and Arthritis
is a 30-minute panel discussion on latest news on these topics. Panelists are Dr. Robert McMillan, associate professor of Orthopedic Surgery at Northwestern University, and on staff at Illinois Bone and Joint Institute, and senior attending orthopedic surgeon, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare; Michele Pfeilschifter, vice president of health promotion and advocacy for the Arthritis Foundation, Greater Chicago Chapter; and Melinda Pierce, Director of Rehabilitation Services for Presbyterian Homes.

Making Sense of Memory Loss
is a 30-minute panel discussion on the latest news in the field of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of memory loss. Panelists are Daniel Kuhn, MSW, Director of the Professional Training Institute of the Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Illinois Chapter; Dr. John Halderman, psychiatric consultant to Presbyterian Homes; and Lisa Vandermark, MSW, Director of Memory Care at McGaw Care Center of Presbyterian Homes.

Brain Fitness
Brain Fitness is a 30-minute panel discussion on the latest news in the field. Panelists are Peter Delahunt, Ph.D. of Posit Science Corporation; Dr. Monte Levinson, Vice President of Medical Affairs, Presbyterian Homes; and Jane Grad, Vice President of Information Services, Presbyterian Homes.

Alzheimer's Disease: Resources for Caregivers
by Linda Schuetz, R.N. Director of Nursing, Foster Pavilion. Suggestions for caregivers on easing stress.

Tips on Choosing a Nursing Home
by Barbara Edelstein, L.S.W. Describes what to look for in selecting a quality nursing home.

Building a Fitness Center
by Muriel Brunger, Director of Activities. Planning and building of a fitness center containing pools, exercise rooms, and a game room. Outlines how Ms. Brunger and her staff planned the programming that would help residents in their 70s, 80s, and 90s feel comfortable in this environment.

Home Safety Tips for Older Adults
by Melinda Nygren Pierce, Director of Rehabilitation Services. Interacting with the environment and making it safe.

CCAC Accreditation
by Theresa P. Paul. Discusses the importance of accreditation and the process needed for approval.

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