Prestige Assisted Living at Lancaster

designed to enable moms and partners to spend as much time as possible with the new baby before leaving the hospital.

The first hour after the birth, known as the Golden Hour, is set aside for mom, baby and partner to enjoy uninterrupted bonding, skin-to-skin contact and first breastfeeding.

Should a new arrival require specialized care, trained professionals will care for the baby in the newborn nursery. Skilled labor and delivery nurses specializing in childbirth will provide competent, compassionate care to make the birth a positive experience.

If Cesarean birth is necessary, the hospital has two specially equipped operating rooms, where the physician, a support person and labor and delivery nurses will be with mom.

Filling a Gap

The Birth Place will be a large benefit to the community. “More than 1,200 mothers now drive to the LA basin to deliver their babies,” Allen says. “The Palmdale area is one of the largest communities in the country without its own OB program. We will provide services for local moms and their babies, close to home.”

At Palmdale Regional, we look forward to helping you greet the new love of your life at the Birth Place!

To learn more, visit palmdaleregional. com/ob

38600 Medical Center Drive

Palmdale, CA 93551

Physicians are independent practitioners who are not employees or agents of Palmdale Regional Medical Center. The hospital shall not be liable for actions or treatments provided by physicians. For language assistance, disability accommodations and the non-discrimination notice, visit our website.

Ageless Grace® Fitness

Program & Neuroplasticity

By Mindy Mendoza-Perry Executive Director, Prestige Assisted Living at Lancaster

At Prestige Assisted Living at Lancaster, it is our goal to provide quality care with a focus on wellness. We believe that it is not enough to simply care for those we serve, but to also provide residents ways to stay active and engaged by nurturing body, mind and spirit.

One way we help our residents focus on healthy longevity of the body and mind is through our Ageless Grace® programming, which is a fitness and wellness program consisting of 21 seated exercise tools designed to address all five functions of the brain and improve cognition and neuroplasticity.

Let’s dive into some common questions about Ageless Grace® and neuroplasticity. What is neuroplasticity?

Neuroplasticity is defined as the ability of the brain to change and reorganize itself, allowing us to adapt to changes and experiences we may encounter throughout our life. Neuroplasticity also helps us learn new things and create connections between the regions of the brain as well as help the brain recover from injury and create more effective learning.

Does neuroplasticity decrease as we age? Neuroscientists used to think that the brain stopped developing at a young age and that any damage caused to the brain, such as a brain injury or damage caused by a stroke, was permanent. However, as research has continued in this area, scientists have uncovered quite the opposite belief; they have uncovered that the brain is an ever-learning, ever-changing, and ever-growing machine that has the ability to heal and re-wire itself.

The human brain is highly dynamic and while the rate of change in the brain (neuroplasticity) declines as we age, it does not come to a halt; there are still many things you can do to encourage and stimulate neuroplasticity as you age and help improve or slow cognitive decline.

How does Ageless Grace® help increase neuroplasticity?

Ageless Grace® helps to increase neuroplasticity by addressing all five functions of the brain: strategic planning, memory and recall, analytical thinking, creativity and imagination, and kinesthetic learning. This programming also offers a variety of other anti-aging benefits, such as improving joint mobility, balance, spinal flexibility, confidence and right-left brain coordination.

Why is Ageless Grace® performed while seated in a chair?

Ageless Grace® exercises are performed in a chair to help stimulate the brain as it figures out how to do the tools seated rather

standing. Seated exercises also help to engage the core muscles which support the spine and limbs while activating vital organs in the body. Ageless Grace® is also a program designed to appeal to all individuals, regardless of age and mobility; seated exercises help to level the playing field so that everyone can participate.

Interested in learning more about Ageless Grace® and its many benefits of wellness?

Join us every Friday at 10:30 a.m. PST during the month of February for FREE online Ageless Grace® classes! Visit notyourgrandmasnursinghome.com to sign up for our free classes today.

Dr. Jasbir S. Sandhu, M.D. F.A.A.D lope Valley for the location of his medical practice because of its unique proximity at the northern most edge of Los Angeles County and axis as a gateway to northern California, the desert and mountains.

His medical practice encompasses a broadly comprehensive knowledge of medicine and science, while also embracing a whole body, mind and spirit approach to his treatment plans.

Dr Sandhu completed his pre-medical studies at the University of Wisconsin, Platteville in 1971. His medical education continued at the University of Nebraska, graduating in 1975. He followed his medical education with an internal Medicine Internship between 1975-1976 at Providence Hospital in Southfield, Michigan and then completed his Residency at Martin Luther King, Jr. General Hospital in Los Angeles. His Associate Professor Fellowship in Dermatology was completed in 1982 at Drew Post Graduate Medical School in Los Angeles.

Dr Sandhu has continued his graduate medical education with specialty courses in the latest cosmetic and dermatological procedures. Being active and involved is important for Dr. Sandhu. His continued involvement in his studies and contribution to

education is reflected in his patient care. Dr. Sandhu has a strong understanding of the science behind dermatology and cosmetic surgery along with an eye for aesthetics. When combined, the quality of his work is evident in his efficiency by delivering results and patient satisfaction.

For Dr. Sandhu, understanding the needs and desires of his patients is of the utmost importance. The attention and care given relates Dr. Sandhu’s desire to better the lives of all his patients.

Dr Sandhu takes extreme pride in his Staff and Office Management. They show the same level of compassion and understanding as well as professionalism. Their training is extensive in the field of Dermatology and surgery.

The addition of Erica Cunningham, P.A to our staff has been very beneficial she is Nationally Certified & Master of Science in Physician Assistant studies from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA. Her career and training as a PA included primary care, orthopedics and emergency medicine with a passion for serving others.

Medical Treatments available for Acne, Cysts, Skin Tags, Warts, Sun Damage, Dermatitis, Varicose Veins and Skin Cancer.

Cosmetic Procedures include Laser Hair Removal, Laser Skin Resurfacing, Botox,

Fillers, Anti Aging, Thermage for skin tightening, Sclerotherapy, Laser Vein Treatment, Microdermabrasion, IPL’s, Laser Tattoo Removal, Non-Surgical Thread Lift and Laser Hair Removal, Coolsculpting, CoolTone and Capily Hair Restoration System for thinning hair. Happy Valentine’s Day from us to you…enjoy this sweet deal—20% OFF Hyaluronic Hydrating Serum available the entire month of February. Call and book a consultation today, (661) 945-0818. Dr. Jasbir of Sandhu Dermatology was voted 2017 and 2020 AV’s Best Dermatologist! Located at 41324 12th St. West in Palmdale. Visit the website www.sandhudermatology for all specials and events.