Celebrate Occupational Therapy Month

Occupational Therapy helps those whose lives have been disrupted by injury, disease, the aging process, or developmental problems. The fundamental goal of therapy is to use purposeful occupations or activities that will restore an individual’s capacity to its fullest potential and to perform the tasks of daily living essential to maintenance of an independent lifestyle.

Our Rehabilitation Department is staffed by one occupational therapist, Jolee Higgins, and one occupational therapy assistant, Andrea Stevens. Together, they bring 53 years of experience to helping patients recover and improve the skills needed for daily living and working, which ultimately improves quality of life. For more info, see our OT flyer.

JoLee Higgins, OTR/L, Occupational Therapist

Andrea Stevens, COTA/L, Occupational Therapist Assistant

TWO Farewell Receptions
for NP Rebecca May

Please join us in wishing Nurse Practitioner Rebecca May happiness in her retirement. After 26 years of caring for patients at Riverwood, her long-term dedication and expertise is greatly appreciated!

May 2 – 11:30 am to 12:30 pm – Conf Rm C & D – Refreshments & desserts served

The May family is also hosting an informal retirement gathering for Rebecca on Fri., April 22, 4:30-7:30 pm at The Landing in Aitkin…and invites her coworkers and patients to attend. No gifts; no RSVPs.

RHCC Staff Education Opportunities

Learn  |  Enhance  |  Achieve

For more information on these sessions, contact RHHC-Education

Wed, Apr 20, 12:15-1:15pm, C&D, Suicide Awareness
Wed, Apr 20 & Thu, Apr 21, ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support – NEW!
Fri, Apr 22 – ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support- Recertification
Thu, Apr 28 – NRP Neonatal Resuscitation Program

NEWS RELEASES

Riverwood to receive Governor’s Safety Award

We are pleased to welcome one new employee to our Riverwood team!

Clean the environment, support your wellness!
As a participant in the Adopt-A-Highway program, Riverwood is responsible for cleaning up the stretch of road for mile markers 260-262 on US Hwy 169. VOLUNTEERS are needed to help with the annual spring clean-up on Tues, May 3, 4-6 pm; meet in the Support Services lobby. A great way to get out and get moving for wellness, plus do a great community service–WIN-WIN! If you want to volunteer, contact Katie Nelson, Foundation, ext 5158 or knelson2@riverwoodhealthcare.org

FOUNDATION

2016 Events

Marge Spiel, Healing Garden volunteer

Wed, June 1, 3 PM – Healing Garden Planting Day
We welcome anyone to come help us plant for the 2016 growing season. Bring a shovel; light refreshments served.

Thurs, June 9, 5 PM – Riverwood Healing Garden Ceremony
Short program to remember those who have been memorialized in past year; light refreshments in gazebo after the ceremony.

Sun, July 10 – Hospice Golf Tournament & Lunch, Ruttger’s, Deerwood
We’re changing up this event a bit this year with the big meal at lunch-time vs. dinner. Start getting your team together!

Sat, Sept 10 – Riverwood Gala, 40 Club Convention Center, Aitkin
If you’d like to volunteer on the Gala Planning Committee, contact Katie Nelson, ext 5158 or knelson2@riverwoodhealthcare.org

MN Employee Recreation & Service Council (MERSC)
Discounts, coupons and services for Riverwood employees Entertainment, Music, Theater * Recreation, Health & Fitness * Travel, Hotel, Resorts * Sports Tickets * and MORE!          

Golf savings!
Enter to win 2016 Ryder Cup tickets and get a 2016 PGA Golf card for just $35 ($49.95 w/o discount). Go to the PGA website and enter MERSC in the promo code box. READ MORE

Madden’s Gull Lake Spring Special: 55% Off Rooms!
See flyer for details.

MESSAGES FOR EMPLOYEES

Rosallini’s DISCOUNT

Rosallini’s in downtown Aitkin is offering Riverwood employees a 10% discount if you order during your shift. Just show your employee ID to receive the discount. Ask about delivery options at 927-6412. See menu.

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