Successful Senior Day at MRHC

Attendees at Senior Day

Manning Regional Healthcare Center (MRHC) hosted a successful Senior Day event on April 24th, welcoming over 50 area seniors and their families for a day centered on promoting health, wellness, and connection for older adults.

The free, come-and-go event included a health and wellness vendor fair, complimentary lunch, informative presentations from MRHC staff, and valuable resources for seniors. Topics ranged from medication safety and mobility to mental health, Medicare fraud, and skilled care options. Attendees enjoyed engaging discussions and the chance to connect directly with healthcare professionals.

“It was a meaningful day that strengthened community bonds and highlighted the importance of caring for our older residents,” shared Haylee Barsby, MSN, RN, the Senior Day event coordinator and clinic nurse. “It was so awesome to see vendors interact with our community members and showcase local businesses who can help with the aging process. Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make it a positive experience for all!”

MRHC extends a sincere thank you to all vendors, staff, and volunteers who contributed to the event’s success. Special thanks go to the event sponsors, Rehab Visions, Psychiatric Medical Care (PMC), Rolling Meadows Senior Living, Carroll Area Nursing Services, and Angels Care Home Health, for their generous support in making the event possible.

Participating vendors included several MRHC departments (Radiology, Specialty Clinic, Respiratory Therapy, and more), along with 16 community partners such as Manning Ambulance, Holistic Health, Carroll and Crawford County Public Health, Elderbridge Agency on Aging, Eventide Nursing Home, Rehab Visions, PMC, Rolling Meadows, Restorix Health, Carroll Area Nursing Services, Regency Park, Carroll County Home Care, Care Initiatives Hospice, and Angel Care Home Care.

Attendees at Senior Day

Senior Life Solutions Awarded 2022 Training Site and Program Finalist of the Year

Senior Life Solutions awards

MRHC is pleased to announce that the hospital’s Senior Life Solutions program has received the 2022 Training Site and Program Finalist of the Year awards. Senior Life Solutions Program Director, Janet Brus, RN; Program Therapist Amy Hull, LISW; and Office and Patient Coordinator, Cathy Dammann were surprised and presented with these awards on Thursday, March 16th. Senior Life Solutions awards

Senior Life Solutions is managed by Psychiatric Medical Care (PMC), which partners with more than 100 facilities nationwide to provide behavioral healthcare management services. Top-performing employees and Senior Life Solutions programs from around the country are recognized annually based on their excellence in demonstrating the program’s values of care, compliance, and community. Award recipients demonstrate outstanding patient care, excellent comprehension and execution of compliance regulations, and strong community engagement.

“This is truly an honor,” said Senior Life Solutions Program Director, Janet Brus. “We work hard to provide a quality service for the hospital and our patients. They are the reason we are here. We love what we do.”

Senior Life Solutions is a program designed to meet the unique needs of individuals, 65 and older, experiencing symptoms of age-related depression or anxiety, dealing with difficult life transitions, a recent health diagnosis, or the loss of a loved one. MRHC’s Senior Life Solutions program staff includes a board-certified psychiatrist, a nurse practitioner, a licensed therapist, a registered nurse, and other trained professionals dedicated to the well-being of seniors and that each patient receives the best possible care.

The Senior Life Solutions area at MRHC was recently renovated and expanded to include a dedicated group therapy meeting room with state-of-the-art audio-visual capabilities that allow for patients to join remotely. Dedicated offices are also available for the therapist and psychiatrist to meet one-on-one with patients.

Families, friends, community members, physicians, self-referrals, or other health professionals can refer people to the program. For more information, education, or to discuss support, please call 712-655-8262.

Psychiatric Medical Care

MRHC’s Senior Life Solutions program is managed by Psychiatric Medical Care (PMC). Founded in 2003, PMC is a leading behavioral healthcare management company. Focused on addressing the needs of rural and underserved communities, PMC manages inpatient behavioral health units, intensive outpatient programs, and telehealth services in more than 30 states. The company’s services provide evaluation and treatment for patients suffering from depression, anxiety, mood disorders, memory problems, post-traumatic stress disorder, and other behavioral health problems. For more information, visit www.seniorlifesolutions.com.