Harmon House Care Center

Harmon House Presents

When: 10:30 AM
Where: 1480 WCNS, Latrobe PA

Patty Spinneweber, of Harmon House Care Center, hosts a show to bring listeners important information on senior care options in the home, placement, health care topics & more so you make educated decisions. Serving the community since 1987, The Harmon House Care Center is committed to providing innovative solutions to the dramatically changing health care industry, providing each resident with superior care by attending to individual medical and emotional needs.

Wrap Up Show

Air Date: Saturday, November 10, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty Spinneweber is the guest of the final show and is interviewed by Mike Krcil with WCNS. Linsten in as they discuss the past year of topics and experiences that Harmon House Presents Talk Block has provided.
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Overview of Behavioral Health

Air Date: Saturday, November 03, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Vicki Meier and Mandi with Highlands Hospital to discuss geratric behavior health concerns.
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SeniorLIFE-New Concept of Care Coming to Westmoreland County

Air Date: Saturday, October 27, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty Spinneweber is joined by guest Celeste Fisher with SeniorLIFE to discuss how this unique program is available to assist our local community. Tune in to find out what it is, who qualifies and services offered!
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Importance of Staying Active

Air Date: Saturday, October 20, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty Spinneweber is joined by Carol Trent with Senior Helpers to discuss tips on staying active. Key is to USE it or LOOSE it! Tune in to find out exactly what that means!
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The Role of the Skilled Nursing and Personal Care Administrator

Air Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty Spinneweber is joined by Dennis Murphy, Harmon House Administrator and Missy Hice, Amber House Administrator and they discuss how their roles and regulations differ and what it means to the residents.
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APRISE and How They Can Help You with Medicare Enrollment!

Air Date: Saturday, October 06, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty is joined by guests Lee Leirmann and Amy Halua to discuss the improtance of Medicare enrollement and changes. Apprise is here to help!
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What is Twlight Wish Foundation

Air Date: Saturday, September 29, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty is joined by Erica Shaffer wtih Excela Home Health and Hospice to educate the listeners on the non-profit Twlight Wish Foundation. Learn how they are changing lives one wish at a time!
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Senior Centers Not What You Think They Are

Air Date: Saturday, September 22, 2012 - Duration: 27.30

Pam Soforic with the Westmoreland Multi Service Centers and Patty Spinneweber educate the listeners that Senior Centers are not what they once were. They are active and not limited to the four walls of each center. Listen in to see how you can participate in a local Multi-Service Center!
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Faith In Action

Air Date: Saturday, September 15, 2012 - Duration: 27.30

Melaney Heygus joins Patty Spinneweber to discuss how Faith in Action can provide services in the home. Faith In Action is also looking for voluneers to help the're organizaiton. Listen in to how you can benefit!
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End Hunger Cafe

Air Date: Saturday, September 08, 2012 - Duration: 27.30

Mark McMahon joins our host Patty Spinneweber with the Harmon House presents to disucss the End Hunger Cafe in Latrobe. Find out how a hot meal is closer than you think. End Hunger Cafe is also looking for volunteers. Listen in to find out how you can help!
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Hope From Heaven

Air Date: Saturday, September 01, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty is once again joined by listeners favorite Mike Alferi, Hospice Chaplin with Grane and together they discuss the power of prayer.
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Senior Scams - Are You Prepared

Air Date: Saturday, August 25, 2012 - Duration: 27.30

Patty is joined by another 1480 Talkblock Host, Caitlyn Vancas with the BBB and together they educate the listeners on how to keep their identity safe and how to avoid scams.
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Benefits of Stair Lifts

Air Date: Friday, August 17, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty is joined by Carl D'Alicandro owner of A + Stair Lifts and together they talk about the benefits of stair lifts.
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Staying Active with Bus Tours

Air Date: Saturday, July 14, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Dusty Antanucci with Westco Travel talks to us about the many different tours that they do so that way you can still remain active! Find out how to join them on their many different trips!
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Elder Law

Air Date: Saturday, June 02, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

The Life Care Plan, Learn about the 3 principal goals of the Life Care Plan. Colleen Bratkovich, ElderLaw Attorney with Zacharia and Brown discuss health, safety and well being in your later years, the importance of long-term care and special needs, and covers financial and community resources that may be able to assist in your personal Life Care Plan.
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Mission of the Alzheimers Association of Greater Pennsylvania

Air Date: Saturday, May 26, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Host Patty Spinneweber is joined by Alyssa Kaczmarek, Constituent Relations Manager and together they discuss the purpose of the Alzheimers Association, programs, fundraising and volunteer efforts to help within our local community.
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Tips to Prepare for Medical Emergency

Air Date: Saturday, May 19, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Host Patty Spinneweber with the Harmon House Care Center is joined by guests Ryann Mates and Rich Ponko with Mutal Aid Ambulance Service to discuss the importantance of how to prepare for a medical emergency as well as what to expect once they arrive to assist you.
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What is Companion Home Care?

Air Date: Saturday, May 12, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Patty Spinneweber with Harmon House Care Center is joined by guest Pat Casuccio with Home Instead Senior Care to discuss the services and benefits of non medical home care as an option to keep your loved one at home longer.
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What Does Ombudsman Mean in the Long Term Care Setting?

Air Date: Saturday, May 05, 2012 - Duration: 27:30

Host Patty Spinneweber with Harmon House Care Center is joined by guest Peggy Cook with Westmoreland County's Ombudsman Program. Find out the how's and what's of this program for consumers.
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Long Term Care Insurances--Is It For Me?

Air Date: Saturday, April 28, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Host Patty Spinneweber is joined by Kevin Bock with Integrity Estate Advisors. Kevin discusses the pros and cons of Long Term Care Insurances and options to consider if you do not think that this may be a fit for you.
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Common Health Concerns with Dr. Al-Fakih

Air Date: Saturday, April 21, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Host Patty Spinneweber is joined by guest Dr. Mouhanad Al-Fakih and together they discuss common concerns such as what to do when driving may become a concern, sexuality, dementia and more!
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What is Restorative Care?

Air Date: Saturday, April 14, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Host Patty Spinneweber is joined by Megan White, Restorative Supervisor to discuss how this nursing department works with our residents to meet safety concerns and maintain goals as set by Therapy Department.
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Behind the Scenes with Housekeeping & Maintenance Departments

Air Date: Saturday, April 07, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Host Patty Spinneweber is joined by Tammi Seanor Housekeeping and Laundry Supervisor, and Tom Tamblyn Maintenance Supervisor. Learn how these two departments are intergral to the daily operations of Harmon House Care Center.
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Bereavement Support

Air Date: Saturday, March 31, 2012 - Duration: 27:28

Patty Spinneweber and Ginny Pellis, Bereavement Counselor with Grane Hospice discuss the importance of the process of grieving, community resources to help you through your difficult time and tips to manage your emotions.
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Importance of Funeral Preplanning & Prepayment

Air Date: Saturday, March 24, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and Scott Caruso, Funeral Director with Galone-Caruso Funeral Home discuss the importance of Funeral Preplanning and Prepayment and what it means to the spend down process for your loved one.
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What to Expect During the Placement Process

Air Date: Saturday, March 17, 2012 - Duration: 27:28

Patty Spinneweber and Peggy Powers, Owner of Peggy Powers Placement discuss the placement process, how a professional Referral Agent can save you time and stress, and the emotions that can be involved in both Mom and/or Dad and the adult children.
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Pastorial & Caregiver Support

Air Date: Saturday, March 10, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber, Mike Alferi, Chaplin with Grane Hospice and Ginni Pellis, Bereavement Counselor with Grane Hospice discuss Spirtual Caergiving during the end stages of life.
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Long Term Medication Management

Air Date: Saturday, March 03, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest Jen DeVinney, Director of Consulting and Customer Service for Grane Rx discuss the difference of long term care pharmacy vs. retail location services offered and medication management tips for home.
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The American Cancer Society

Air Date: Saturday, February 25, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest Dawn Keefer discuss the American Cancer Society's mission and activities as well as their program Relay for Life.
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25 Years of Change

Air Date: Saturday, February 18, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber discusses 25 years of service and changes through the eyes of Charlotte Sethman, Dietary Aide; Marcie Kelley, Business Office Manager; and Betty Fallecker, LPN
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Behind the Scenes with Nursing Staff and Wound Care

Air Date: Saturday, February 11, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber is joined by guest speakers Regina Saxon, ADON and Lindsay Clelland, Wound Care Nurse to discuss the importance of wound care with our residents and our approach.
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What is Home Care?

Air Date: Saturday, February 04, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest speaker Karin Flock, Clinical Liaison for Grane Home Health Care explains to us what is home care, who is eligible, and how it can help our loved one.
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Understanding the Dietary Deparment Role

Air Date: Saturday, January 28, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber is joined by guest speakers Danielle Petrella, Dietary Supervisor, Heather Pollock, Dietary Technician and Renee Walthour, Consulting Dietitian. We discuss the importance of dietary needs with our residents and how the Dietary Department works with other departments to ensure that our residents needs are met.
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What is Hospice?

Air Date: Saturday, January 21, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest speakers Karin Flock, Clinical Liaison for Grane Home Health Care and Hospice and Tai Hastie, Pampered Patient Aide explain to us what is hospice, who is eligible, and how it can help our loved one with end of life care.
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What is Dementia?

Air Date: Saturday, January 14, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest speaker Deidre Stein from Alzheimer's Association of Greater Pittsburgh, provide us with an overview of Dementia, caregiver tips, and community resources to assist those families struggling with dementia..
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History of Harmon House

Air Date: Saturday, January 07, 2012 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber with guest speakers Terri Wilkins, Administrative Assistant and Tom Tamblyn, Maintenance Supervisor discuss the history of the Harmon Mansion and the construction of the Harmon House Care Center.
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Veterans Aid and Attendance

Air Date: Saturday, December 31, 2011 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber is joined by guest speaker Missy Hice, Amber House's Personal Care Administrator. Melissa talks about the Veteran’s Pension benefit and how it can help you offset the care that is needed as well as who qualifies.
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Discharge Planning and Home Safety Tips

Air Date: Saturday, December 24, 2011 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest speaker Melanie Petrakovich, Social Worker discuss what the discharge process includes for a resident as well as pointers on things to consider for a safe home environment.
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Holiday Stress and Gift

Air Date: Saturday, December 17, 2011 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest speaker Rachel Shrum, Activities Director discuss how stress can affect our senior loved ones as well as provide some holiday gift suggestions.
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What is Medicaid?

Air Date: Saturday, December 10, 2011 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber is joined by guest speaker Theresa Howell, Medicaid Clerk with HHCC. Theresa gives us a basic understanding of how Medicaid can help you with your stay and debunks some common myths associated with Medicaid.
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Understanding Therapy

Air Date: Saturday, December 03, 2011 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest speaker Judy McChesney,Rehab Program Manager, discusses the differences between speech, occupational and physical therapies.
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Activities --- more than Bingo and Arts and Crafts

Air Date: Saturday, November 26, 2011 - Duration: 27:29

Activities is more than just arts and crafts and bingo! Host Patty Spinneweber and Rachael Shrum, Activities Director of the Harmon House Care Center discuss the importance of activities, social interaction and purpose. Find out how each activity is tailored to fit each residents physical and cognitive level. Once a “purpose” is found it helps maintain and /or improve a person’s quality of life.
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What does Harmon House do?

Air Date: Saturday, November 19, 2011 - Duration: 27:29

Patty Spinneweber and guest speaker Jacki Difatta, a Case Manager at Harmon House, explain skilled, intermediate, personal care, adult day, and physical therapy services. Insurance, including Medicare and Medicaid, are also discussed.
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