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November 13, 2012
New York City Opens Restoration Centers

Seven Restoration Centers, which will provide emergency and long term services for those affected by Superstorm Sandy, will open in the City. ... read more

December 6, 2012
Parker at the Plaza

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March 24, 2011
"Emerging Trends for the Senior Community" Seminar April 6

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation and At Your Side Home Care Services present "Emerging Trends for the Senior Community," a free Seminar offered to Health Care Professionals and Caregivers. ... read more

March 29, 2011
Lessons Learned in Transitioning to EMR

On Tuesday, March 29, Parker's President and CEO, Michael N. Rosenblut, presented Lessons Learned in Transitioning to EMR (Electronic Medical Records). This presentation was one of the "Innovation Roundtables" of the AJAS (Association of Jewish Aging Services of North America) 2011 Annual Conference in Dallas, Texas. ... read more

September 15, 2008
Health Information Exchange Initiative

On September 4th, 2008, the Continuum of Care Improvement Through Information New York (CCITI NY) health information exchange initiative was launched at the Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care & Rehabilitation. ... read more

January 3, 2010
Parker's Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands Program Offers Free Assistance to Family Caregivers and Opportunities for Volunteers

Willing Hearts, Helpful Hands is an innovative community program serving family caregivers in Queens County and Western Nassau County by connecting them with a circle of trained volunteers who provide an array of respite services.

Visit the Wiling Hearts, Helpful Hands website at www.willingheartshelpfulhands.org. ... read more

January 2, 2010
Parker's First Annual Platinum Professionals Award is a Success!

Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation successfully hosted the 1st annual networking and awards event honoring Parker's Platinum Professionals. ... read more

March 31, 2010
A Special Relationship

The very special relationship between staff and residents at the Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation is evidenced by the sign created by residents, thanking the Parker staff for braving the snow blizzard of Wednesday, February 10, and coming to the Institute to serve residents with the everyday excellence and warmth that has become a hallmark of Parker. ... read more

April 1, 2010
Queens-Long Island Renal Institute, Inc. to Open at Parker

The Queens-Long Island Renal Institute, Inc. (QLIRI) will soon open its doors on the lobby level of the Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation. ... read more

July 19, 2010
Does fear of falling, light-headedness or fainting severely limit your daily activities?
Be a part of efforts to investigate a medication that may help people with NOH.
People with NOH (Neurogenic Orthostatic Hypotension) experience dizziness upon standing, greatly restricting mobility. Research is being conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of an investigational medication. You or someone you know may qualify to participate in this study. ... read more

August 5, 2010
Parker Announces Kosher-Style Dining
Greater Variety and Cultural Diversity Emphasized,
Kosher Still Available Upon Request
As of the fall of 2010, Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation will offer Kosher-style dining, a departure from its previous tradition of strictly Kosher food service. Kosher meals, prepared under religious supervision, in a separate, new area within Parker's main kitchen, will still be available to residents and patients upon request. ... read more

May 1, 2006
Medicare Part D - Mastering the Puzzle

The Medicare prescription drug plan, perhaps the most substantial change in Medicare coverage in the program's history, has been successfully implemented at Parker by a group comprised of representatives from the Institute's departments of finance, pharmacy, social work and administration. "The key," noted President/CEO Michael N. Rosenblut, "was that they began strategic planning one full year in advance." ... read more

June 1, 2006
Creating Culture Change
The Bistro Cafe and Parker on the Green
Parker Jewish Institute is among the vanguard of nursing homes that are embracing the philosophy and values of "culture change". Consistent with the Institute's history as an innovator and its commitment to facilitate the lifestyle desired by today's seniors, culture change seeks to transform traditional medical-model nursing homes into places that reflect the security, comfort and pleasures of home. This initiative places Parker at the forefront of a movement that envisions long term care environments in which older adults not only survive, but thrive. ... read more

September 1, 2006
Opening a Window to the World for Older Adults

Thanks to the generosity of Custom Computer Specialists, Inc. of Hauppauge, residents and patients of Parker Jewish Institute of New Hyde Park, are enjoying a brand new computer lab. ... read more

December 2, 2008
Parker Jewish Institute-1199 SEIU Resident Care Specialist Training Program

After completing a unique training program, 14 Certified Nursing Assistants recently became the first class to receive "Resident Care Specialist" certificates. ... read more

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