Kindred at Home

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

Meet Robin. When her mother was diagnosed with lung cancer, Robin became her full-time caregiver, providing invaluable emotional support. She also worked with a team from Kindred at Home to make sure her mother was never alone. At Kindred at Home, we honor the crucial role caregivers play in supporting our home health patients on their road to recovery. If you have a loved one who you think might benefit from home health support, contact us today at 833.HOME.046. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y7iSwhARav4

Happy Doctor's Day! Simply put, physicians are at the core of what we do. We rely on their expert directives to create the best care for our home health patients and the appreciation runs deep. Did you know Doctor's Day originated in Georgia? Eudora Brown Almond, the wife of a doctor in Winder, Georgia, petitioned for the holiday until its first observation on March 30, 1933. The date also marks the anniversary of the first use of ether anesthesia by Dr. Crawford W. Long. Learn more about the history of Doctor's Day and thank a doctor in your life to mark the occasion! https://nationaltoday.com/doctors-day/

As we honor social workers this month, we went straight to the source to find out what's the advantage of working for Kindred at Home? For medical social worker Michael S. Bidamen, it's the chance to make a positive difference. How might you change the lives of those in your community? Explore career opportunities today!

How are those New Year's Resolutions coming along? Are your free weights looking a little dusty? Type 2 diabetes comes with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, which is why we're passionate about heart-healthy behaviors all year long. Check out these eight exercise tips to restart your resolutions and reduce heart disease risk in Type 2 diabetes. reptn.io/G4A-eBBAhEA

On National Diabetes Alert Day, we invite you to get to know your A1c. An A1c test tells you your average blood sugar levels, which can help you understand if you're at risk for prediabetes or type 2 diabetes, or if you're effectively managing your diabetes. The CDC recommends a baseline test for adults over age 45 or those under 45 with other risk factors. Why wait? Learn more about how to understand A1c test results today. reptn.io/G4A-eBBAhEA

It's time to break out your finest pastels (and an umbrella, while you're at it). That's right! It's officially spring, and we're wishing you a glorious season of growth and renewal from everyone at Kindred at Home.

Turn off that tv! We know, we know. It can be challenging to peel your eyes away from the latest must-watch series, but binge-watching TV in bed may be preventing you from getting the 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night you need to stay heart-healthy, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Check out their discussion of heart-healthy living for great practical tips that can help you understand your risk and make positive changes, today. https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/heart-healthy-living

Cultivating healthy behaviors is a cornerstone of our approach to home health. Our nurses focus on seven in particular that can add up to positive, lifelong change for our patients. From understanding how food affects chronic conditions to accomplishing self-selected movement goals, these behaviors can help patients improve their emotional and physical wellbeing after being diagnosed with a chronic illness or suffering a limiting injury. Think home health might be the right choice for you or a loved one? Contact us today!

Still debating your outfit for the day? May we suggest going red? It’s National #WearRedDay, an urgent call for women to live fierce and be relentless in the fight against their No.1 killer cardiovascular disease.

What's so great about working for Kindred at Home? We went straight to the source to find out from some awesome employees. Interested in working with a team that feels more like family? Explore career opportunities today! https://careers.kindredathome.com/

The right foods can help reduce cardiovascular risk, according to a recent study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology. The study examined the impact of 18 food groups shown to predict inflammation levels associated with diets. The results? Those who consumed higher levels of processed foods had a 28% higher risk of stroke and a 46% higher risk of heart disease. Learn more about these findings and explore which foods contribute to an anti-inflammatory diet. https://www.cnn.com//anti-inflammatory-foods-he/index.html

In honor of Black History month, we’re shining the spotlight on Black Americans whose contributions have made it possible for us to live our mission of providing extraordinary service and compassionate care. This week, we celebrate pioneering biochemist Dr. Marie Maynard Daly, who became the first Black woman in the U.S. to earn a Ph.D. in chemistry. A valiant researcher, she studied how the body constructs proteins, the cause of heart attacks, and subsequently outlined the connection between diet and heart health. Daly also encouraged minority students to pursue higher education in STEM fields.

It takes some time for your stomach to tell your brain it's full. This holiday season, avoid overeating by taking a 10-minute break after your first serving of food. You just may realize you've had enough.

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.

Safely spend the holidays at home with the care and support of our dedicated clinicians. Talk to your doctor or call 833.HOME.046 to find out if home healthcare could help you celebrate in the comfort of home.

It's an honor to work alongside our home health and hospice clinicians: nurses, therapists, social workers, chaplains, aides, volunteers, and personal care attendants. Your work changes people's lives, every day.

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.

Thank you to everyone who works tirelessly to make sure people receive the care they need in the safety and comfort of home, especially to everyone in the Kindred at Home family. Your care and courage change lives! #homecarehospicemonth

Did you know? Nearly 37 million Americans live with chronic lung disease like asthma and COPD, which includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis.* If you know someone struggling with respiratory illness, ask them to talk to a nurse at 866.CARE.KAH about managing their condition at home. *CDC https://www.lung.org/lung-health-di//protecting-your-lungs

If someone you know is having trouble regulating their glucose levels or blood pressure, what they eat could be part of the problem. Encourage a loved one with diabetes to indulge in a diet rich in fruits, veggies, whole grains, legumes, and low-fat dairy. If trouble persists, tell them to ask their doctor for a referral to Kindred at Home. We're here to help! https://www.mayoclinic.org//in-/diabetes-diet/art-20044295

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

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.