A skilled nursing facility is so much more than assisted living. It’s a place where you or your loved one can enjoy the best possible quality of life while receiving a high level of care from specialized nurses and medical staff. At Gulf Coast Health Care, we strive to provide our patients and residents with … Continued

As we age, our body composition begins to slow, from cell regeneration that’s needed for healing and muscle development, to our body’s slower immune response which includes the phases of wound healing. A wound is damage that occurs to skin tissue as the result of trauma. With age, the skin becomes thinner, less elastic, drier and … Continued

Alzheimer's disease is one of the most common forms of dementia, affecting more than 6 million Americans. While age is a factor, dementia is not a normal part of getting older. Lifestyle changes, including changes in your diet, may lower your risk of developing the disease. Is there a link between nutrition and Alzheimer's disease? … Continued

GCHC Celebrates Certified Nursing Assistants Week with Spotlight on Tenured Associates   Certified nursing assistants (CNAs) play a vital role at Gulf Coast Health Care. With their skills and dedication, our senior patients are properly cared for in a safe, supportive, and loving environment.  From assisting with meals to measuring daily vital signs, CNAs are … Continued

GCHC Honors Nurses Appreciation Week with Spotlight on Tenured Nurses   At Gulf Coast Health Center, nurses mean a lot to our patients and us. They are responsible for the primary care and wellbeing of our seniors. And during COVID-19, many of them work under stressful conditions while still taking excellent care of our patients. … Continued

A Guide to Aging without Sleep Problems Many people will experience changes in their sleep patterns as they age. As many as 7 in 10 older adults struggle with some form of chronic sleep issue. Are you having trouble sleeping? We understand that sleep issues can interfere with your daily routines and even reduce your … Continued

Gulf Coast Health Care Shows Appreciation At Gulf Coast Health Care, we rely on our dedicated social workers every single day. Our goal is to recognize their hard work and show appreciation. For this reason, we’re choosing to celebrate National Social Worker’s Month by showcasing some of our talented team members and letting them tell … Continued

Recognizing Why Caregiving is so Important & Who’s Best to Do It Every February, the staff at Gulf Coast Health Care celebrate National Caregiver’s Day. This year was no different, as we took the time to thank and honor our staff who take care of our residents. Here, we share our favorite ideas on how … Continued

About the COVID-19 vaccine The COVID-19 vaccine is here! It has been over a year since the CDC announced the first case of the novel coronavirus in the United States. The pandemic has made things difficult for everybody, particularly healthcare employees and other frontline workers who have been tasked with keeping things moving during the … Continued

The coronavirus pandemic made life interesting for folks living in the Florida panhandle, especially the patients and clinicians at our Olive Branch, De Luna and Arcadia Health and Rehabilitation Centers. Together, they faced unprecedented challenges and uncertainties. We worked to make things as easy as possible by increasing our already rigorous in-house safety protocols, and … Continued