ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Avondale

11/11/2025

11/10/2025

Diabetes is often misunderstood and surrounded by misconceptions. It is not simply caused by eating too much sugar, nor is being overweight the only factor. Diabetes is a complex condition influenced by genetics, weight, activity level, age, and ethnicity.

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks insulin-producing cells. Type 2 diabetes results from a combination of factors, and people of any weight can develop it.

Managing diabetes involves more than diet. Carbohydrates and sweets can be included in moderation with portion control. Regular exercise improves insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control. Management often includes lifestyle changes, medication, and monitoring. Insulin is essential for type 1 and sometimes needed for type 2 as insulin production declines.

If you have diabetes, always follow your healthcare provider’s advice.

11/03/2025

Food drives play a vital role in supporting families and individuals facing food insecurity. By collecting and donating nonperishable items, local communities help ensure that no one goes hungry, especially during the colder months and holiday season. They also bring people together, inspiring generosity, empathy, and a shared sense of responsibility for one another’s well-being.

Together, this team can make a meaningful difference, one meal at a time. If you are able to, please donate!

11/03/2025

Being a family caregiver is rewarding, but it often comes with physical and emotional challenges. Caregivers may feel isolated as they step back from social activities to care for loved ones. Friends and family might not understand the demands or may withdraw out of uncertainty. Still, support doesn’t have to be complicated. Small, thoughtful gestures can make a meaningful difference.

• Offer to run errands or pick up groceries
• Bring over a meal or set up a meal train
• Help with chores like laundry, dishes, or yard work
• Stay with their loved one so they can take a break
• Assist with organizing medical or legal documents
• Share helpful tech tools for caregiving
• Check in regularly and listen without judgment
• Encourage caregivers to care for their own health

11/01/2025

Native American Heritage Month honors the history, culture, and lasting contributions of Indigenous people across the United States. It’s a time to recognize rich traditions, celebrate resilience, and reflect on the importance of preserving and respecting Native heritage for future generations.

10/31/2025

We had a spook-tacular time at our annual Trunk or Treat! We’re so grateful for our community and love making rehabilitation a little more boo-tiful each year.

A huge thank you to everyone who joined in the fun and to our staff, who went all out with their hauntingly creative trunk designs.

10/27/2025

Flu season usually starts in October and peaks between December and February. It’s spread mainly through respiratory droplets when we talk, cough, or sneeze. To protect yourself and others, be sure to get a flu shot. Wash your hands often and cover your coughs and sneezes. If you do feel sick, stay home and away from others. A few simple steps can keep you and others safter this season.

10/23/2025

ClearSky Avondale was thrilled to host a special evening that brought together our dedicated staff and community partners for a Networking & Headshot Social Hour focused on building connections and strengthening relationships, all while getting new professional headshots taken by a talented photographer.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the event a success! Events like this remind us that collaboration and community enable us to deliver the best care possible.

10/20/2025

Recovering from a mastectomy or breast reconstruction takes time, physically and emotionally. Pain, stiffness, or fatigue can limit how well you move your arm and shoulder, making daily activities like dressing, bathing, or combing your hair more difficult. Physical and occupational therapists can provide personalized guidance and treatments to help with discomfort and immobility. In addition, the American Cancer Society suggests the following small steps and practical tips to support healing and help you regain comfort and confidence in everyday movement:

• Try gentle movements like wall walks, pendulum swings, and shoulder rolls to ease stiffness.
• Don’t ignore scar tightness, as gentle massage or physical therapy can help improve both comfort and mobility.
• Protect your arm from bumps or pokes.
• Use compression sleeves to reduce swelling and fatigue.

Always be sure to check with your healthcare provider to see what is recommended for your recovery.

10/15/2025

ClearSky Avondale is on the move November 1st!

We’re walking strong (and maybe doing a few stretches along the way) in the Walk for Hope 2025, proudly supporting City of Hope’s mission: making hope a reality for everyone touched by cancer.

Every step we take, and every dollar we raise, fuels groundbreaking research, lifesaving care, and support for those who need it most. Cancer affects so many lives—but together, we can fight back with HOPE.

Whether you’re walking, cheering, or donating — YOU are part of the cure.

Join our team or donate today to help us walk toward a world without cancer: https://ourhope.cityofhope.org/team/779370

Let’s lace up, show up, and walk for something bigger.

ClearSky Rehabilitation Hospital of Avondale - your premier medical rehabilitation hospital for recovery post illness or injury. Our specialized team ranks in the Top 10% of rehab hospitals across the nation for strong outcomes and home discharges.