We were proud to host
Perth Amboy Mayor Wilda Diaz for a delectable hot breakfast
at Alameda Center.
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Alameda resident Juliene Israel
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The Latino Spirit at Alameda Center
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During Hispanic Heritage Month, the halls of Alameda Center were filled with the sounds of music. The Viva Vallenato Cumbia Badass Accordion Band traversed the halls on each floor, spreading joy and uplifting spirits.
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Dear Friends,
At Alameda Center, we take pride in our cultural diversity. We have created distinctive Indian and Hispanic Cultural Programs that offer our Indian and Hispanic residents a culturally familiar environment in which they can thrive. It is important to note that
studies have shown that a patient's health and cognitive status improves faster in an environment that mimics 'one's home', and the use of medications is significantly decreased. Our multilingual caregivers speak the language of our residents, as well as the language of the heart. Caring, compassionate, and dedicated to our residents' wellbeing, they go above and beyond the call of duty!
I would be remiss not to give a special shout-out to our outstanding Therapy Team, acclaimed for getting individuals back on their feet and on the road to recovery.
Best Wishes,
Sheila Coleman, Administrator
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Taking Our Cardiac Care to The Next Level
We are pleased to introduce Smita Lamb, RN - our dedicated Cardiac Rehab Nurse who works alongside our Cardiac Program Director Dr. Puneet Sahgal.
A nurse for 30 years, Smita has extensive cardiac nursing experience and is ACLS certified to respond promptly to any emergency situation. She is highly skilled in the art of ECG interpretation and detecting cardiac arrhythmias. In addition to treating our patients, she is on hand to educate, guide and support our patients as they make positive lifestyle changes. Smita can easily communicate with our patients as she is fluent in Giugarati Hindi and Punjabi and is currently brushing up on her Spanish.
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She's On Her Way Home!
Meet Herminia Arocho, Stroke Patient at Alameda
 Admitted to Alameda Center on September 11, 2018 after hospitalization for a stroke, Herminia suffered from lower back pain, cervical spine pain, knee pain and left sided weakness. Our nursing and therapy team joined forces to manage her pain and help her relearn the skills needed to return home. Undergoing intensive physical and occupational therapy to address her mobility, gait, self care, stair climbing and safety skills, Herminia was ready to be discharged her daughter's care in just about a month.
Today she can walk with a rolling walker and needs minimal assistance with activities of daily living.
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October 9 kicked off a 2-day birthday celebration in our Indian Unit for Alameda's oldest resident - centenarian
Sushila Kumar. Born and raised in India, Sushila turned 100 years old surrounded by her many loved ones.
Her husband worked as a missionary and x-ray technician for the Salvation Army, and she was in charge of the students in a nursing school. Sushila raised 5 beautiful children and has seen much joy from her 20 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren and 1 great great grandchild!
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Celebrating Navratri
In celebration of the Hindu Navratri Festival, Bollywood singer Varsha Joshi entertained our Indian residents on October 11.
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Alameda Supports Breast Cancer Awareness by Wearing Pink this Month!
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