After 45 years as a nurse, Wanda Chernenko knows exactly what great care looks like. Now a resident at Edgewood Village, she shares how a lifetime of caring continues to shape how she experiences healthcare and why connection matters just as much as clinical skill.
Understanding Medicare and Medicaid coverage can make all the difference in how care is delivered. Legacy Medical helps patients navigate coverage so care starts sooner and families feel confident.
It starts quietly. You feel a little off. Not sick. Not dramatic. Just not yourself. Dinner tastes fine, but you leave a few bites behind. When you stand up, the room tilts slightly. The hallway feels longer than usual.Moments like that create uncertainty. In today’s world, AI and advancements in...
This flu season didn’t just knock—it kicked the door down. Across the country, record numbers of flu cases have swept through homes, schools, and workplaces, hitting older adults especially hard. When the flu starts making the rounds, the mission becomes clear: stay one step ahead, and do everything possible to...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE News Release Contact: Jill Wilson-ChandlerTitle: President, Edgewood’s Healthcare DivisionPhone: 701-738-2000 Grand Forks, ND — Edgewood Healthcare is pleased to announce the appointment of Jennifer Estad, MBA, OTR/L, as Chief Operating Officer of the Healthcare Division. In this role, Jennifer will oversee home health, hospice, outpatient therapy, primary...
The holidays have a way of reminding us what really matters—sitting around the table, sharing stories, and laughing with the people we love. But life doesn’t always make it easy to enjoy those moments. Between errands, traffic, and health concerns, precious time can slip away. For many seniors, hours are...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE News Release Contact: Jill Chandler-WilsonTitle: President, Edgewood’s Healthcare DivisionPhone: 701-738-2000 Edgewood Healthcare Appoints Chief Nursing Officer of Their Healthcare Division Grand Forks, ND — Jill Chandler-Wilson, OTR/L, MBA, announces that Rebecca Kreis, Nurse Practitioner, has been named Chief Nursing Officer of Edgewood’s Healthcare Division. Chandler-Wilson explained, “Edgewood...
When Lily’s Mother, Bernice, was diagnosed with heart failure, her family felt overwhelmed. There were so many doctor visits, confusing medical terms, and long waits at the hospital. But then they learned about something called palliative care—and everything changed. Palliative care is a special kind of medical support for people...
It starts with a little cough. Or maybe a sore knee that’s been bothering you more than usual. You think, “Should I wait it out? Do I call my primary care provider (PCP)? Head to urgent care?” These moments can be overwhelming, especially when your health and independence are at...
Get Ahead of the Flu: Protect Yourself & Your Family This Season The best time to get your flu shot? Right now! With fall activities, school events, and holiday gatherings on the horizon, no one wants to be sidelined by the flu. Getting your flu shot early helps protect not...
