Category Archives: Health and Wellbeing

Keeping Pets Happy and Healthy in the Heat

We wrote a few weeks ago about keeping children healthy in the summer heat, but we want to share a few more tips that can also apply to our furry friends. For more information, you can visit HuffPost. Check the Heat Index - The heat index is the combined measurement of the...

As we head into the Fourth of July weekend, we're looking forward to grilling and yard games with loved ones! Here are some delicious Paleo options for staple summer cookout dishes. For those who are unfamiliar, the Paleo diet attempts to emulate what our Paleolithic ancestors would have eaten - plenty of meat, veggies, and healthy...

Water Safety: Summer Fun and Peace of Mind

Now that we're in the swing of another gorgeous Minnesota summer, it's a great time to talk about water safety for all ages. The Red Cross reminds us that "a child or weak swimmer can drown in the time it takes to reply to a text, check a fishing line, or reapply sunscreen"....

Out of My Mind- A Relatable and Inspiring YA Read

Welcome back to the blog! A key part of making a measurable difference in our clients' lives is raising community awareness and acceptance. One great way to do this is to share stories of medically complex people, and how they are just like their peers in so many ways. Out of My Mind...

February 8, 2015
Welcome!

Welcome to the Communities of Care blog. Since 1999, we...
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May 19, 2023
A Guide to Different Lung Sounds

Our nurses often have to monitor our patients’ breathing and...
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May 10, 2023
Happy National Nurses Week 2023!

This week, we want to honor National Nurses Week, May...
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May 3, 2023
Living Our Values: Client-Centered Care

We’ve discussed the importance of customized care for our clients...
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April 18, 2023
What Makes a COC Nurse?

Communities of Care holds a comprehensive home care nursing license,...
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April 11, 2023
Condition Spotlight: Ventilators

Many of our patients are on ventilators, but people who...
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April 6, 2023
Keeping a Lid on It: Medication Safety Week 2023

This week (April 1-7) is Medication Safety Week! Medications, properly...
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March 28, 2023
The Magnificent Benefits of Magnesium

Magnesium has been getting a lot of buzz lately as...
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March 21, 2023
Raising Awareness for Brain Injury Awareness Month

This week, we want to recognize Brain Injury Awareness Month,...
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March 14, 2023
Izzy Wheels: Making Inclusive Fashion Fun!

A while ago, we shared the story of the brand...
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February 28, 2023
Professional Boundaries

At Communities of Care, we take pride in our professionalism....
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