Pacific Coast Manor's Intravenous Therapies Program
There may come a time when a loved one requires treatment
of fluids through the vein, also known as Intravenous or IV therapy. Some
of the things that can be administered through IV's are medication, hydration,
high protein, comfort medications etc. IV therapy can be used to treat infections,
malnutrition, dehydration and electrolyte.
Pacific Coast Manor's Dementia Care Services
Anyone caring for a family member who has some level of dementia,
whether from Alzheimer's or a stroke, knows how difficult it can be. The level
of needs of the resident can vary from moment to moment and it can sometimes
be a constant process of adapting. At Pacific Coast Manor, the staff is trained
to identify and care for the special needs of those with dementia.
Pacific Coast Manor's Stroke Recovery Program
The type and severity of a stroke influences the care and
services required by residents with this diagnosis. Even residents with a
history of a stroke in their past may still exhibit the lasting effects of
stroke. The team at Pacific Coast Manor strives to help residents recuperate
to their highest possible level. The best outcome is for residents to be able
to return home on their own, but sometimes, due to the nature of illnesses
and other conditions they may need additional help in their home or may need
continued care at the nursing facility.
Pacific Coast Manor's Wound Treatment Process
There is a variety of causes for different types of wounds
that may present themselves. No matter what the cause or the type of wound,
Pacific Coast Manor's team consisting of nurses, aides, wound nurse, physicians,
pharmacy and laboratory all come together to help minimize pain, heal the
wound and prevent recurrences. We also work very closely with the wound care
center in Watsonville for those needing the more extensive services that they
can offer.
Pacific Coast Manor's Hospice Coordination Services
Hospice care may be provided in a variety of settings chosen
by the patient or family such as the home, RCFE/assisted living or in a nursing
facility like Pacific Coast Manor. Regardless of the setting, hospice care
seeks to offer support to the terminally ill patient so that their final days
may be spent with dignity in a setting appropriate for their care. Hospice
care also offer counsel to family members and staff during the terminal phase
of an illness and through supportive bereavement services after death.
Pacific Coast Manor's General Rehabilitation and Recuperation Process
A person may experience weakness and general debilitation
due to falls, illnesses such as flu or pneumonia, improper nutrition or a
variety of other diagnoses. No matter what the cause, Pacific Coast Manor
team offers a variety of services to help restore the person to an improved
level of functioning.
Pacific Coast Manor Nursing Center's Pre - and Post - Op Care
When someone experiences a surgery be it for a hip
fracture, knee replacement, gallbladder etc, it can be quite debilitating
and may require extra care that you are unable to receive at home but may
not necessitate further hospitalization. This is where Pacific Coast Manor
can step in and be of great assistance.
Pacific Coast Manor's Homelike Atmosphere
To make the nursing home as home-like as possible is of utmost
importance at Pacific Coast Manor. At the same time we must work within the
restrictions of the physical plant of the building. We encourage Residents
and their families to bring items that help make the environment as comfortable
and pleasant as possible while not infringing on the rights of other Residents.
Whether the Resident would like a phone or some of their own furniture, we
will always work with them and their family to accommodate their needs.