Kindred at Home

The benefits of a good night’s rest are many, so there’s nothing more stressful than waking up in the middle of the night and realizing you won’t be getting one. But fear no more all is not lost if you wake up long before the sun makes its next appearance! There are techniques you can use to get yourself back to sleep faster (eight, to be exact). Hear from the experts on how to coax your body back into some much-needed sleep. https://www.cnn.com//fall-back-asleep-after-wak/index.html

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

Are you a compassionate clinician who thrives on helping people overcome the obstacles of health challenges? Are you self-motivated and quick on your feet? If so, we invite you to explore our career page. You just might find your calling. https://careers.kindredathome.com/

"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.

Until a vaccine is widely available, it remains important for seniors to avoid unnecessary trips to the emergency room and other crowded healthcare settings. Count on our skilled clinicians to safely take care of you or a loved one at home.

None of the COVID-19 vaccines currently in development in the United States use the live virus that causes COVID-19. You may have symptoms like a fever after you get a vaccine. This is normal and a sign that your immune system is learning how to recognize and fight the virus that causes COVID-19. Learn more about the facts behind COVID-19 vaccines: https://www.cdc.gov//vac/about-vaccines/vaccine-myths.html

Everyday decisions can add up to life-long change. By learning to keep track of what they eat, drink, and do, our patients start to make connections between healthier choices and feeling better.

Your best protection from COVID-19 will be a combination of getting a COVID-19 vaccine, wearing a mask, staying at least 6 feet away from others, avoiding crowds, and washing your hands often. No one tool alone is going to stop the pandemic. Learn about the benefits of COVID-19 vaccination so you’ll be ready when a vaccine is recommended: https://www.cdc.gov///about-vaccines/vaccine-benefits.html

There is a lot we’d like to leave behind in 2020, but we’re hopeful about the innovations in COVID-19 treatment, testing, and care that we’re carrying into 2021most notably vaccines. See how these advances will help change how we manage the pandemic in 2021. https://www.aarp.org//conditio/info-2020/coronavirus-2021/

Make it your New Year's resolution to donate as often as you can. #NationalBloodDonorMonth

Let the light of Kwanzaa bring happiness to your home.

Sending warm wishes to our patients at this special time of year.

At Kindred at Home, when we do something, we do it 100% -- even when it comes to holiday cheer. This year’s Holiday Sweater Contest got us in the mood. Congratulations to our winners: Ruth Stafford, Juanita Gomez, Brandi Burkart, April Moore, Angela Whitener, David Haro, Tonya Green, Susan Collins, Zack Hudson, and Jeffrey Caguiat. Thank you for bringing the fun to our socially distanced festivities!

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.

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.