Hello, Pearl Family!

Welcome to The Pearl Path, a monthly newsletter highlighting events, birthdays, Pearliversaries, and more. To protect resident privacy, minimal resident information will be shared.

However, if you or your loved one would like a spotlight or have something you wish to contribute, please email Shannon.Profitt@thepearlatfairview.com to have your contributions added to the newsletter.

A Three-esta to Remember

Thank you to the residents and families of The Pearl at Fairview for making our 3rd birthday a huge success! We'd love to share with you some of our favorite memories from the party.

UTI Prevention

Urinary tract infections are common, uncomfortable, and in older adults they can show up as confusion or a sudden change in behavior before anything else. A few habits go a long way toward preventing them:

• Drink lots of water. Not only does this flush your system, but it helps prevent kidney stones.
• Water is the best option. While other fluids may help flush your system, drinks with sugar or caffeine may irritate the "pipes."
• Cranberry juice is often touted for UTI prevention. An acidic pH makes it more difficult for the bacteria to adhere to the vessel lining. Keep in mind that the sugar content can work against you.
• Avoid caffeine and alcohol, as both are irritating to the urinary tract.
• Urinate after intimacy or contact with a partner. This, plus a consistent, effective hygiene routine for both you and your partner, goes a long way in UTI prevention.
• Showering, rather than bathing, can help prevent UTI. Sitting in water that may be contaminated with bacteria increases your risk.
• There are plenty of antibiotics available to treat UTI, but overuse may result in other problems.
• Newer medications that change the pH of the urinary tract are geared more toward prevention than treatment, and work to keep bacteria from adhering to the tract lining.

We Want to Hear From You!

What educational events would you, as The Pearl family, like to see us offer? Do you want to hear insurance options as Medicare Open Enrollment approaches? Would you like to hear from an attorney about wills and trusts?

Let us know what topics you'd like to see covered in our Education Corner or as in-person educational/community events!

Dementia Caregiver Support

Caring for someone with dementia and need a shoulder to lean on? Join in on one of the monthly meetings conducted by Gentiva in The Pearl's private dining room for caregivers of loved ones with dementia. To promote open and honest communication, Pearl staff does not attend these meetings.

This month's meeting is Tuesday, September 1st.

September Events & Celebrations