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Nerve damage. Vision and hearing impairment. Foot damage. Skin conditions. Cardiovascular and kidney disease. What do they share in common? They’re all potential complications for patients with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, making frequent symptom assessment especially important. That’s why at Kindred at Home, we develop individual self-management plans for people who have been newly diagnosed or when complications develop so they can build confidence in managing their condition.

Work where you’re valued and where your care makes a real difference in a patient’s life. At Kindred at Home, we make our employees top priority so they can deliver the highest level of care in their communities. https://careers.kindredathome.com/

To all our colleagues and friends observing Ramadan, we wish you a peaceful month of reflection and community. Ramadan Mubarak!

When a group of 600 nuns chose to donate their brains to a University of Minnesota study 30 years ago, they did so in the hopes of advancing the fight against Alzheimer’s disease. But no one could anticipate the most crucial piece of the study’s revelatory findings: their handwritten autobiographies. Hear the remarkable story. https://www.cnn.com//vital-signs-the-nuns-devoted-to-under

Move over March Madness it’s Occupational Therapy Month! Our occupational therapists help our patients stay independent and progress toward their goals. But you might be wondering - what exactly is occupational therapy? It’s an individualized practice that helps people of all ages prevent or live better with injury, illness, or disability. OT can take many forms, but all of them begin and end with compassionate care especially at Kindred at Home. Don’t hesitate to contact us (833.HOME.046) if you or a loved one could benefit from home health services. https://www.aota.org//Cost-Effective-Health-Care-Reform.as

Welcome to February, a month close to our heart. Why? It’s American Heart Month! Did you know that almost half of Americans have cardiovascular or blood vessel disease?* That’s a fact we don’t love, and are working hard to change. Stay tuned this month for more information on how to stay heart healthy and how Kindred at Home helps keep healthy hearts at home. rptn.io/3d0ATHABAMB

Some of the most important innovations are the ones that take place behind the scenes. Kudos to our technology team who make sure we all have the tools we need to provide outstanding service to our patients and their families.

No one can explain home health better than the people who deliver it--and those who've benefited from it. Hear from a few of our passionate clinicians and some grateful patients whose lives were changed by their care. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yubo-Q5fHY4

Take charge of your health by making healthy choices a habit. Our clinicians can help you understand how fluids impact your condition -- and teach you to find the ideal balance.

"If you can't fly, then run. If you can't run, then walk. If you can't walk, then crawl, but by all means, keep moving." -- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Are you a nurse who’s independent, adaptive--and passionate about providing clinically innovative healthcare? Kindred at Home is looking for RNs and nursing assistants to provide compassionate care and extraordinary service to the patients and families we serve. Call 855-KND-AT-HOME or visit our careers page at www.kindredathome.com/careers.

To those who celebrate the festival of lights, may you feel their warmth throughout the year.

We can help ensure that delay doesn’t turn into decline. Partner with Kindred at Home to bring care to your patients’ homes. We can even help your patient participate in a telehealth visit during a skilled visit.

Kindred at Home's dedicated clinicians are available 24/7 every day, including holidays. With our help, being at home over the holidays could be a wish come true for a family member or friend who needs help managing a chronic illness. Talk to a nurse about how we can help: 833.HOME.046.

Are you confident you're taking your prescriptions the way your doctors prescribed them? Or are you overwhelmed by the contents of your pill organizer? Our clinicians help seniors understand the what, when, why, and how of their medications, so they get the greatest benefit--and avoid adverse effects. https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/66/wr/mm6645a2.htm

If you haven't gotten your flu shot yet, now's the time! #FightFlu

Treating chronic wounds, and keeping them from recurring, is a Kindred at Home specialty. We involve patients in their care to help them adopt lifestyle changes needed to heal and stay healthy--at home.

Kindred at Home is proud to recognize our National Clinicians of the Year for 2020. Congratulations to our winners, and our deepest gratitude to our entire family of healthcare heroes!

Handwashing is one of the best ways to protect yourself, your family, and others from getting sick. Always wash your hands after you've been in a public place, and before touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.* *CDC

People don't usually think about breathing ... until they have trouble doing so. Prioritize your lung health now to protect yourself from future problems. Check out these tips by The American Lung Association. www.lung.org/lung-health-dis/wellness/protecting-your-lungs

Researchers at the Cleveland Clinic recently determined that the use of home health following inpatient care "decreased the hazard of follow-up hospital readmission ..." Count on Kindred at Home to help you recover safely in the comfort of home.

Physical activity can have a positive effect on both your physical and mental well-being. Check out the American Physical Therapy Association’s Top 10 Benefits of Physical Activity! If you need help building strength so that you can get up and moving, talk to your doctor to find out if you qualify for in-home physical therapy. We’d be honored to come to you, where you feel comfortable and safe. #choosept https://www.choosept.com//top-10-benefits-of-physical-acti

Did you know physical therapy can help reduce pain? In some cases, it can even help minimize the need for medication. Through movement and hands-on care, physical therapists can help minimize pain associated with chronic diseases. Ask your doctor if in-home physical therapy could work for you or call our nurses at 833.HOME.046. #choosept

Last month, at the @SoutheasternColoradoAHEC Virtual Nightingale Nurse Recognition Event, our very own Olga Ramirez, from our Pueblo branch, was presented a Luminary Award for her extraordinary work. On her own time, Olga has created a pantry of healthcare, ostomy, wound care, and DME in her home for those in need. She gives unused supplies donated by the community to people without the resources to purchase them. Olga, we are so proud of all you do for the health and wellbeing of your community. And we’re honored that you’re part of the Kindred at Home family. Congratulations!

This National Primary Care Week, take time to express gratitude to the physicians, PAs, nurses, and other primary care professionals who have always taken care of us, and are doing heroes work during this healthcare crisis.

Falls can lead to injuries, decreased mobility, and loss of independence. By taking care of your eyes, you can minimize the risk of falling. Get your vision checked once a year. Make sure your eyeglass prescription is current. Keep your home well lit. And, if you need help adjusting to a loss of vision, talk to a Kindred at Home nurse about what we can do to help. 1.866.CARE.KAH.

Call an old friend. Bake for a neighbor. Volunteer for a cause that's close to your heart. Now's a good time to reach out to others.

The coronavirus continues to take its toll on communities across the U.S., creating financial hardships that make putting food on the table a struggle for many. In the past week, we’ve raised an additional $4,600, bringing our total so far to $13,112that’s more than 130,000 meals!