One of the first questions families ask when considering long-term care is simple: “How are we going to pay for this?” It’s an understandable concern. Whether you’re planning ahead for yourself or helping a loved one...
Read moreOne of the hardest conversations a family can have is talking with a parent who refuses nursing home care. It’s a discussion filled with emotion, fear, guilt, and uncertainty on both sides. Many older adults associate nursing homes with...
Read moreWhen a loved one is discharged from the hospital, families are often faced with a new question: “What’s next?” For many older adults, returning directly home isn’t the safest option. After an illness, surgery, injury, or...
Read moreWhen it comes to choosing a nursing home in Kansas, families often feel overwhelmed. Knowing what to look for can make the process easier and help ensure your loved one receives the care they deserve. 1. Look at staff consistencyFacilities with...
Read moreWhen most people think about dementia, they imagine severe memory loss. But the early signs of dementia are often much more subtle. In many cases, families notice that something feels “off” long before a diagnosis is made, but they may dismiss...
Read moreIf you’re researching nursing homes for a loved one, you may have come across the term care plan. It’s one of the most important parts of care in a skilled nursing or long-term care setting — but many families aren’t quite sure what it means. At...
Read moreA gentle guide for families navigating a difficult decision. Making the decision to move a loved one into a nursing home is never easy. For many families, it comes with guilt, uncertainty, and a lot of unanswered questions. At Pleasant View Home...
Read moreSupporting Families During the Holidays at Pleasant View Home The Christmas season is often filled with traditions, family gatherings, and cherished memories. When a loved one lives in a nursing home, the holidays can bring a mix of emotions —...
Read moreWe invited our partners in care, Community Care Hospice, to guest write a blog for us. We were fortunate to have Lacey Buhrle, Clinical Liaison with Community Care Hospice, join us on our podcast to talk with us about the role hospice plays in...
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May has kept us hopping at Pleasant View and we’ve had a blast! We’ve had outings, parties, visitors, activities, and more! Our outings included McPherson county’s All Schools Day parade, a trip to Stutzman’s Garden Center and lunch at The Dutch...
Read moreWhen it comes to healthcare services for older adults or individuals with complex medical needs, two terms often come up: skilled care and long-term care. While they may seem similar at first glance, they actually serve different purposes, are...
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As the warm summer months roll in, there’s no better time for seniors to step outside and embrace the great outdoors. Whether it’s a gentle breeze through the trees or the sun’s golden glow, spending time outside can have powerful...
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