Support for Cardiovascular Disease in Seniors

At Sunrise communities, our resident-centered care approach can help support seniors living with cardiovascular diagnoses such as:

Acute myocardial infarction (AMI)
Congestive heart failure (CHF)
Coronary artery disease
High blood pressure
Cardiomyopathy
Atrial fibrillation
Peripheral vascular disease

We’re proud to offer the following as part of our standard care services and capabilities. It’s all part of the Sunrise Difference:

Cardiovascular-related preventive care:

Monitoring of edema
Application of compression hose
Anti-coagulation management
Regular assessment of skin integrity

Attention to diet and overall health

Weight monitoring and regular exercise programs
Regular consultations with registered dieticians
Maintenance of proper nutrition and hydration, including Sunrise Signature Dining’s heart-healthy meal options like no-salt-added, consistent carbohydrate, and others

Coordination of care and services:

Visits by contracted physical and occupational therapists
Mobile x-rays
Assistance with transportation to local physicians’ offices
Integration with palliative and hospice care services
Routine laboratory tests

Nursing onsite and available on call 7 days a week
Around-the-clock, individualized support from Designated Care Managers
Medication administration including oxygen, nebulizers and inhalers
Monthly medication review by nursing staff and quarterly medication review by a pharmacist
Monthly wellness assessments