Tag Archives: Garrison
Riverwood flu clinics open
Influenza or “flu” is a serious contagious disease that kills thousands every year and is the most frequent cause of death from a vaccine preventable disease in the United States. Minnesota influenza outbreaks typically occur between December through April. Antibodies develop about two weeks after getting the vaccine, but drops in the elderly and those […]
Help prevent spread of flu illness
In the past few weeks, Riverwood Healthcare Center has seen a surge in patients coming into its clinics, emergency department and hospital for respiratory infections and influenza-like illness. On Jan. 2, Riverwood posted hospital visitor restrictions and encourages local residents to NOT visit hospitalized patients if they have: 1) flu-like symptoms of a fever, cough […]
Riverwood clinics to close for holidays
Riverwood Healthcare Center’s clinics in Aitkin, Garrison and McGregor will be closed for the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays on Mon., Dec. 25, and Mon., Jan. 1. The Urgent Care clinic in Aitkin will follow the same holiday closing schedule. Riverwood’s support services wing offices, including patient billing, human resources, and other administrative services, […]
Riverwood celebrates staff milestone anniversaries
On Nov. 9, Riverwood Healthcare Center honored 45 employees and retirees who have celebrated milestone anniversaries or retirement in the past year at a special dinner at Ruttger’s. Their collective years of service, ranging from 4 to 40, totals 776! The program focused on celebrating the honored employees individually and included sharing of valued contributions […]
Riverwood clinics to close for holidays
Riverwood Healthcare Center’s clinics in Aitkin, Garrison and McGregor will be closed for the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays on Mon., Dec. 26, and Mon., Jan. 2. The Urgent Care clinic in Aitkin will follow the same holiday closing schedule. The Garrison clinic will be closed Sat., Dec. 24, too. Riverwood’s support services wing […]
Check out our May Healthy Living newsletter
We invite you to read our May Healthy Living newsletter, which features news of innovative reflux and heartburn care with local patient stories on how they’ve benefited from treatment with experienced reflux specialists. See how to sign up for our next seminar on Reflux & Heartburn Solutions on June 23, 12-1 PM, at Riverwood Healthcare Center, Aitkin. […]
Riverwood moves to advanced electronic medical record system
Riverwood Healthcare Center is moving to a more advanced, integrated electronic medical record system called Excellian on April 1, 2016. Excellian, an Epic software product, is part of the most widely used electronic medical record system in the United States. With a patient’s consent, this software gives access to a single medical record among all […]
Wellness: Take the diabetes risk test
It only takes a minute to find out if you are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Today is American Diabetes Association Alert Day today. We encourage you to take the quick online type 2 Diabetes Risk Test. You’ll be asked to answer simple questions about your weight, age, family history, […]
Riverwood to form new advisory council
Riverwood Healthcare Center has received a Minnesota Hospital Association grant to facilitate the formation of a Patient Family Advisory Council (PFAC). “Patients and their families are at the center of the health care delivery system,” explains Kristine Layne, Riverwood’s chief nursing officer. “The experience of care, as perceived by patients and families, is a key […]
Wellness: Healthy Food Choices
Making food choices for a healthy lifestyle can be a challenge. Everywhere you turn, there is news about what is or isn’t good for you. But a few basic tips have withstood the test of time. Eat more vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Cut back on foods high in solid fats, added sugars and salt. […]
Mindfulness training in Garrison, McGregor
This spring Riverwood Healthcare will offer a 4-week mindfulness training class called “Stabilizing the Mind” in both Garrison and McGregor. Julie Anne Larkin, mindfulness coach, will introduce participants to simple ways to integrate mindfulness practices into daily life, including yoga, meditation and breathing exercises. “Mindfulness training teaches simple, accessible breathing, meditation and yoga practices to […]
WELLNESS: Immunization protects us all
Children in the United States still get vaccine-preventable diseases. For example, so far in 2015, more than 100 people across the country have been reported to have measles—a very contagious disease! Measles can spread through the air when individuals cough or sneeze. It is so contagious that if one person has it, 9 out of […]
Riverwood offers smoking cessation support
For anyone who needs a reason to quit smoking, the increased risk of dying at a younger age could be a big motivator. Smokers often die about a decade before nonsmokers, according to the National Cancer Institute. Specifically, the chance that a young person will live to age 80 or older is about 70 percent […]
Learn about Mindful Eating
Riverwood Healthcare will host a program called “Mindful Eating” on Wed., Feb. 11, 12 to 1 p.m. at the Y Club in Garrison. Join Julie Anne Larkin, mindfulness coach, to experience mindful eating and explore our complex relationship with food. Using all of the senses – taste, touch, smell, hearing, body and mind – participants […]
Welcome Foundation Director Katie Nelson
Riverwood Healthcare Center is pleased to announce that Katie Nelson is the new director of Riverwood Foundation, effective Dec. 18. In this position, she is responsible for the strategic direction and fund development through special projects, annual campaigns and planned giving. She also oversees the hospital’s auxiliary volunteers and their fundraising activities. “We are very […]
Wellness: What to Do for Colds & Flu
With increasing incidence of colds and flu, it’s good to know what resources are available to keep you and your family well—and to prevent the spread of flu illness. Even though we’re in the midst of the flu season, it’s not too late to get vaccinated. To schedule a nurse appointment to get a flu […]
Help prevent spread of flu illness
In the past week, Riverwood Healthcare Center has seen a surge in patients coming into its clinics, emergency department and hospital for respiratory infections and influenza-like illness. Influenza and norovirus transmission is expected to increase as people gather to celebrate the holiday season. On Dec. 16, Riverwood posted hospital visitor restrictions and encourages local residents […]
WELLNESS: Giving to help others
During this holiday season of giving, our thoughts often turn to how we can help others. Questions on charitable giving to consider before this year draws to a close may include: When should you give? What should you give? How much should you give? Charitable donations are an excellent way to reduce your tax burden […]
Riverwood celebrates milestone anniversaries for staff
On Nov. 13, Riverwood Healthcare Center honored 37 employees and retirees who have celebrated milestone anniversaries or retirement in 2014 at a special dinner at Ruttger’s. Their collective years of service totals 618! The program focused on celebrating the honored employees individually and included sharing of valued contributions the respective employees have made to Riverwood […]
March of Dimes recognizes local nurse practitioner
The March of Dimes selected Janet Larson, family and mental health nurse practitioner at Riverwood Healthcare Center, for a Nurse of the Year award in the Mental Health category. Kristine Layne, chief nursing officer at Riverwood, nominated Janet Larson for the award with these comments: “Mental health services in our community are very limited. Janet […]
Infectious disease precautions at Riverwood now include Ebola
In light of recent cases of Ebola in the United States, Riverwood Healthcare Center’s Safety Program began monitoring Ebola policies and procedures that the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have recommended for health care facilities in early August. Michelle Farber, Board Certified Infection Preventionist for Riverwood, developed an intranet Ebola Resource center to keep staff […]
Get sports physical exam at reduced rate
Students in need of sports physicals have an opportunity to get them at a reduced cost. Riverwood Healthcare is offering sports physical exams for $50 at its Aitkin, Garrison and McGregor clinics. Choose a convenient evening appointment at these locations: McGregor clinic: Tues., July 29, 4-7 PM Aitkin clinic: Wed., July 30, 4-7 PM, and […]
Wellness: Just Move!
With the trend toward lots of online communications and many automated household conveniences, many of us spend too much time sitting. That in turn promotes weight gain. To get more active and lose some extra pounds, think in terms of moving more throughout the day. Use your break at work to take a short walk. […]
Wilson family creates new scholarship fund
In memory of the late Roger Wilson, the Wilson family of Aitkin has created the Roger D. Wilson Scholarship to help individuals better themselves. The fund will be administered by Riverwood Foundation. These scholarship funds are intended to ease the burden of tuition costs so that aspiring students or healthcare professionals can obtain advanced training […]
Wellness: Joint care to keep you moving
Like a tire, the more use your hip or knee joint gets the faster it wears out. This apt analogy was shared by Adam English, RN and Joint Coordinator for Minnesota Center for Orthopaedics, in a recent KKIN Radio interview. He added that the average life of an artificial hip or knee joint is 20 […]
Wellness: Challenge yourself with 5Ks
Do you need a goal to keep you motivated to stay physically fit? Consider challenging yourself to participate in area 5K runs or walks. The “K” in 5K stands for kilometer, which is the equivalent of 0.62 miles—3.1 miles for a 5K race. Four upcoming 5Ks in Aitkin, Brainerd, Garrison and McGregor—all on Saturdays—include: 1) […]
Learn about solutions for hip or knee pain
If chronic hip or knee pain is undermining enjoyment of life and an active lifestyle, Riverwood Healthcare is presenting an educational program that offers hope for a healthier future. Attend a lunch and learn program called “Solutions for Hip and Knee Pain” to be offered in Aitkin, Garrison and McGregor at three different times and […]
Wellness: Walk a faster mile
Love to walk? Challenge yourself to pick up the pace. Walking has lots of benefits. It not only adds years to your life, but it can help you lose weight, boost your mood, improve your sleep, reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer, and keep your bones and your brain healthy. Plus, it’s a […]