The future of long term care?

Here is a wonderful article outlining the benefits of residential care homes. Smaller settings, such as Heart to Home, have created a new culture in long term care... One that is sure to continue growing in popularity. You can read the article by CLICKING HERE

The Healing Power of Touch

Massaging the hands of residents with dementia can be a powerful tool in helping them feel less stressed and more relaxed. There is growing awareness of the value of therapeutic massage and skilled touch for elders with dementia. More and more elder-care communities are incorporating the services of a licensed massage therapist, but caregivers of all kinds possess the power of touch to help manage behaviors and improve the quality of life of the elders they care for...

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Heart to Home's team of CNAs, RNs and LPNs utilize the healing power of touch to help improve the lives of our residents.

Music Therapist Visit!

Our new music therapist Melissa Hirokawa came to Mendota Manor today. She was great! The residents loved the music so much. She will be performing at Heart to Home on a regular basis. We will also be working on creating an intergenerational music program (with the local daycare) at Mendakota Manor in the coming months. Learn more about Melissa @ http://livingspirittherapy.com

Dr. Stivland Featured on Fox 9 News

Dr. Todd Stivland, our visiting doctor at Heart to Home, was featured in a recent news story on Fox 9 News. Please view the video below @ http://www.myfoxtwincities.com/dpp/news/dr.-leaves-clinic-behind-for-house-calls