One of many myths about choosing Hospice is that it means giving up hope. The reality is that in Hospice the hope for living each day to the fullest becomes the focus. “Hospice is about the quality of life that … Continue reading
Good oral health is important at any age, but especially for children. Developing good habits early in life and receiving preventative dental care will significantly improve their oral health into adulthood. One of the most common chronic health problems in … Continue reading
At one time, cervical cancer was the leading cause of cancer death in women. Now it is one of the most preventable and, if found early, successfully treated cancers. Cervical cancer deaths in the U.S. have declined more than 50 … Continue reading
Exercise and socialization have many life-changing benefits for older adults. Regular activity is the most effective strategy for improving health and longevity that’s under your control. Exercise can positively impact physical, emotional, and mental health in many ways. It improves … Continue reading
November is National Diabetes Month, a time to raise awareness on preventing and managing diabetes. In the U.S., more than 38 million people are living with diabetes, and an additional 97 million American adults have prediabetes and are at risk … Continue reading
Home Health and Hospice caregivers make a remarkable difference for the patients, families and communities they serve. Here in the Yampa Valley, we are fortunate to have had Home Health services available since 1964 when Routt and Moffat County health … Continue reading
Northwest Colorado Health has been serving the Yampa Valley with Home Health for 60 years! We are excited to now be expanding our services to include private pay Home Health care for individuals who want help with personal care in … Continue reading
Northwest Colorado Health has announced Arin Daigneau, RDN, CDE, IBCLC as its Chief Operating Officer; and Suzi Mariano as its Chief Marketing and Development Officer. The Chief Operating Officer oversees all programs at Northwest Colorado Health. Arin has many years … Continue reading
Initial grants of $1 million have been approved to support Northwest Colorado Health as it assumes ownership and operations of Casey’s Pond Senior Living Community. The community-wide fundraising campaign to save Casey’s Pond led by the Yampa Valley Community Foundation … Continue reading
On behalf of all of us at The Haven Assisted Living, I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our fourth annual OctoberFest fundraising event on October 6. The Haven Community Center was full of life … Continue reading