Wash Hands Often -- Especially before eating, after using the restroom and being outside. Get Immunized -- The flu virus can spread fast, so get vaccinated. Flu vaccines protect against three viruses that experts predict will be the most common each season. Get Complete Rest -- Adults need no less than 8 hours sleep per night. Complete rest helps empower your immune system. Stay Hydrated & Eat Healthy -- Drink plenty of fluids, preferably water. This is a proven way to strengthen your immune system and helps "flush" the body clean. Chicken soup really works! Exercise & Stay Active -- I's not your

BY ANDREW BAILEY BG Independent News Correspondent Older people are at a higher risk for severe health complications from COVID-19, a danger that Mark Manley, co-owner of Heritage Corner Health Care Campus in Bowling Green, knows all too well. Manley and his wife, Debra, have been caring for older people in their assisted living facility since 1992, with Mark himself being the fifth generation of his family to be in the industry, he said. Manley has experienced tornadoes, blizzards and power outages that lasted for days. None of that prepared him for the coronavirus pandemic. That instills fear like nothing else. “In 1978, I was

Heritage Corner will be offering a gift card to any family member who's name is brought up as a referral source during a new admission to the assisted living. We would also like to extend this offer to any family member or friend that makes an employee referral which results in a hire.

Happy Fall! Sweater weather is welcomed. Activities are in full swing for the fall months, including activities like painting pumpkins, roasting marshmallows, and taking country drives. The Culinary Department has introduced the new fall/winter menu cycle, which features familiar comfort foods such as Krissy's stuffed pepper soup, Elizabeth's chicken marsala, and Valerie's ham loaf.  Winter respite stays are back! If you are seeking a comfortable, homelike environment where your loved one can experience a safe, enjoyable temporary stay this fall or winter, please contact our Administrator, Elizabeth, at 419-728-0285.  And Lastly, Happy Birthday! Heritage Corner is gearing up to celebrate its 30th year

No matter what your choice for the school year is, as a parent rest assured Discovery Kingdom is here to help. Our new Study Center will assist school-age children, who attend the center, with their online studies throughout the school year. The Study Center at Discovery Kingdom will be used by students who have specific school assignments that need adult supervision to ensure they are completed. Children will be moved from the regular classroom to the Study Center where the environment is more suitable for concentration and completion of homework. Enrolled children will be asked to bring their school-assigned schedules, work, materials

Heritage Health Care Campus is hosting an estate planning event November 21 from 6-7 p.m.  This event is free and open to the public. Timothy R. Alley from the Chamberlain Law Group will provide information on "Estate Planning and Options to Pay for Care Without Going Broke."   General estate planning topics including Powers of Attorney (health and financial), Wills and Trusts and how to pay for care over time through the use of VA benefits, Medicare and Medicaid.  Alley received his undergraduate degree from Cedarville University in 1993 and his law degree from the University of Toledo College of Law in 2001.

Heritage Health Care Campus is seeking compassionate, reliable people for part-time and full-time openings. We are currently hiring for RN/LPN, STNA, Cooks, Dietary Aides and Health Care Providers.   If you are interested, contact us at (419) 353-3759 or go to the careers page and complete an online application.  https://www.heritagecorner.com/contact-us/careers/ We take pride in the housing and care options Heritage has available to the community.  The family focused care makes it a great place to live and work.  

Heritage Corner Health Care Campus will be celebrating National Assisted Living week with a variety of fun activities. Monday, Sept. 9 is Decade Day Tuesday, Sept. 10 is Neon Day Wednesday, Sept. 11 is Workout Day Thursday, Sept. 12 is Jersey Day Friday, Sept. 13  is Flannel Day We have some special and fun activities planned all week long.  See the monthly calendar for each day's plans. Established by the National Center for Assisted Living (NCAL) in 1995, National Assisted Living Week® provides a unique opportunity for residents, their loved ones, staff, volunteers, and the surrounding communities to recognize the role of assisted living in caring for

Heritage Corner Health Care Center Culinary Director Marshall Goldstein will be participating in the 7th Annual Wood County Committee on Aging Throwdown September 28 at Penta Career Center.  The throwdown will feature chefs from area senior facilities showcasing their talents.  Chef Marshall is the reigning People’s Choice Award winner. This event is intended to encourage friendly competition between local business, invite the community to sample the great creations from their chefs, socialize and enjoy the afternoon in a relaxed atmosphere. For more information, contact the Wood County Committee on Aging.  

Summertime means county fairs!  The Wood County Fair will take place from July 29-August 5. Senior Citizens Day at the Wood County Fair will be August 1st.   Heritage Corner Health Care Campus will be providing bottles of water for the noon lunch served that day to seniors.    The lunch effort is coordinated by the Wood County Committee on Aging. While at the fair, stop by our booth and learn more about the services offered on our campus.   At Heritage Corner we provide long-term care, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation and additional nursing services.  Discovery Kingdom Child Care, serving infants through school-age