Statement from Capitol Hill Healthcare on COVID-19 case
Montgomery, Ala. — On March 23, 2020, Capitol Hill Healthcare learned that one of our employees may have symptoms related to COVID-19. The employee was last at work on March 16 and did not have any symptoms until March 17. On March 18, the employee received a COVID-19 test at an emergency testing site in […]
Eating properly more important as we age
As we get older, the importance of what we put into our bodies should not be taken lightly. In fact, maintaining a healthy diet could be the difference between life and death for some seniors with chronic conditions such as diabetes or heart disease. March is National Nutrition Month® and this is a time to […]
Eating heart-healthy important part of managing cardiovascular disease
February is American Heart Month. Heart disease is a leading cause of poor health and disability in the United States. It’s responsible for eroding the quality of life and mobility for millions of people. Unfortunately, advanced age increases the likelihood of developing heart disease. According to 2018 data from the Centers for Disease Control and […]
7 ways to show the love this Valentine’s Day
One of the sweetest holidays on the calendar will be here soon. Around the nation, people will celebrate Valentine’s Day and express their affection for the ones they love. With both Christian and pagan roots, this holiday has been recognized since ancient times. At the end of the 5th century, Pope Gelasius I declared February […]
Happy National Activity Professional Week!
January 19-25 is National Activity Professional Week and it’s a time to recognize the work of these special people. They are a vital part of helping long-term healthcare residents live a full and rich life. We are blessed to have dedicated activity professionals that enhance the heart and spirit of our facility. We appreciate everything […]
Capitol Hill Healthcare wins second statewide excellence award
Capitol Hill Healthcare has been recognized as a 2019 recipient of the Commitment to Performance Excellence Award for its dedication to improving the lives of residents through quality care. The distinction is the first tier of three progressive award levels through the Alabama Performance Excellence Award Program (ALPEX). The program promotes quality and high performance […]
Glaucoma: Know the signs and save your vision
Did you know that glaucoma is the leading cause of blindness in the United States? According to the National Eye Institute, nearly 3 million people have glaucoma, but 50 percent don’t know they have it. In its early stages, glaucoma has no noticeable symptoms. By the time symptoms become noticeable, your vision could already be […]
