This American Heart Month, the iCare Complex Care Team and the Touchpoints Rehab centers invite the entire community—staff, residents, and visitors—to explore heart-smart tips and make small changes that lead to a healthier tomorrow. Signs with tips and healthy habits are in each center lobby.  American Heart Month is observed annually in February to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Its purpose is to educate the public about heart dis…

Some Valentines Day reflections, photos and events from around the iCare Health Network, courtesy of staff and residents.

Construction continues on a brand-new, six-chair ‘dialysis den’ exclusively for residents at Westside Care Center in Manchester.  This state-of-the-art addition will allow the care center to provide on-site hemodialysis services to up to 36 residents. The den and dialysis program will create an environment of convenience and integrated care. Residents will not longer need to travel in challenging weather or worry about the complications of transportation among other benefits.   The dialys…

Some big news was recently shared at Trinity Hill Care Center. iCare Health Network and Trinity Hill are proud to share that the care center has once again earned a Five-Star Rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). A nursing home’s Overall Quality rating on Nursing Home Compare (www.medicare.gov) is based on its ratings for Health Inspections, Quality Measures (QMs), and Staffing. Ratings for each domain and the overall rating range from 1 star to 5 stars, with …

Residents and families at Fresh River Healthcare had a wonderful time at a meet-and-greet social with Huntington’s Disease Society of America (HDSA) Connecticut Chapter social worker Jean DaRin. The group had the opportunity to learn more about the incredible impact this organization has across the state. The conversation was filled with valuable insights on support, education, and how we can all make a difference. Yesterday also marked the launch of Fresh River’s Reiki program, off…