Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) invites area seniors and their families to attend Senior Day on Tuesday, April 14, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at MRHC. This free, come-and-go event is dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of older adults through education, resources, and community engagement. Attendees are encouraged to register in advance by visiting the MRHC website or calling (712) 655-2072.
Senior Day will include a health and wellness vendor fair from 11 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., followed by a complimentary lunch, a series of informative presentations, and giveaways from 12:30 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. from MRHC staff on topics tailored to the senior population:
Medication & Pain Management Modalities – Jen Morris, PharmD
Home Safety Equipment – MRHC Rehab Department
Promoting Mental Wellness in Aging Populations – Maribeth Christensen, BSW, MA, MSW, LMSW, CADC
Eat Well, Age Well – Haylee Barsby, MSN, RN
Optional Tour of Skilled Nursing Facility
“We want seniors to feel confident navigating the care and services available in our rural community,” said MRHC Chief Nursing Officer Michelle Andersen, RN, BSN. “This event offers education and resources to help them live healthier, fuller lives.”
Those participating in the health and wellness vendor fair include several MRHC departments (Radiology, Specialty Clinic, Respiratory therapy, etc.), plus Manning Ambulance, SHIIP, RehabVisions, Restorix, Psychiatric Medical Care (Senior Life Solutions), CANS, Holistic Health, Rolling Meadows, Carroll County Public Health & Carroll County Home Care, Crawford County Public Health, Gracewell Living – Denison, Cornerstone Caregiving, Angels Care Home Health, Manning Senior Living, Sister Meals, and Wall that Heals.
The event is made possible thanks to the generous support of RehabVisions, PMC, Rolling Meadows, Carroll Area Nursing Services Manning Senior Living and Angels Care Home Health.
