The Role of Home Health Aides

Home health caregivers play a vital role in the healthcare system by providing essential support and care to individuals in their own homes. Our caregivers assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, ensuring that our clients can maintain their hygiene and personal care needs with dignity. Caregivers also assist with mobility, including transferring patients and aiding with walking, which is crucial for preventing falls and other injuries.

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Haley Vik
Kore Cares Administrative Team Workshop

Last week, the Kore Cares administrative team got the opportunity to get together and spend the day in Sioux Falls attending a Clifton Strength Finders workshop hosted by Haley Samuelson. Clifton Strengths is an assessment tool used to discover and develop your greatest talents into strength. Everyone on our team received their top 10 strengths and spend the day learning how to capitalize each strength to enhance their leadership and teamwork skills.

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Common Misconceptions about Home Care

Home health care can be a tough decision for you and your loved ones, it also comes with many misconceptions about the use of home health care and its affordability. One common misconception is that home health care is specifically for the elderly, but we serve all individuals 18 and older who require assistance due to illness, injury, or disability.

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Cassie Beisch
May is Stroke Awareness Month

Stroke awareness month is observed every May, this month is aimed to elevate public understanding of stroke prevention, recognition, and recovery. At the heart of this campaign is the F.A.S.T. acronym, which stands for Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call emergency services.

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Cassie Beisch
Promoting Mental Wellness in Seniors

At Kore Cares promoting and enhancing seniors’ mental wellness is one of the most important aspects of our care, and your loved one’s well-being. Social interaction through companionship is a key step in maintaining and promoting mental health. Our caregivers strive to make your loved ones feel like family. We make it a priority to get to know your loved ones.

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Cassie Beisch
Promoting Heart Health

A healthy heart stems from more than just genetics, lifestyle choices such as diet choices and physical activity can make a big impact on the heart. Healthy dietary choices can be hard to make. However, a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats can reduce your risk of heart related illnesses by 14 to 21 percent.  

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Cassie Beisch
How to Talk to a Loved One about Starting Home Care

Talking to a loved one about in-home care can be a difficult and daunting task, however sometimes it is a necessary conversation. Recognizing when your loved one needs more help in their daily life can spark conversation around in-home health care versus a long-term care facility. It can highlight the need for change in order to remain at home safely, if staying at home is the goal.

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Cassie Beisch
Kore Cares Training Initiatives

If you or a loved one were to need in home care how important would it be that your care team had training? Did you know in the state of South Dakota there are only training requirements for in home providers that have a DHS contract? The training requirements for providers with a DHS contract include 6 hours of training for caregivers a year. There are no training requirements for actual on the job skills. Due to low margins in this industry and lack of available workforce many providers provide the minimal necessary training.

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Gabrielle Hoing
Kore Cares Community Outreach: Yankton "Rock-A-Thon"

Our Yankton Agency Manager, Carly, will be busy celebrating St. Patrick’s day this year with a cause! Yankton’s 10th annual Rock-A-Thon will be hosted at The Center in Yankton, South Dakota on Monday March 18th. This year the Rock-A-Thon is rocking for a goal of $50,000 for senior Meals on Wheels!

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Haley Vik
Fall Prevention for Older Adults

Fall prevention is crucial for maintaining the well-being of loved ones, especially among the elderly. Falls can lead to serious injuries, fractures, loss of independence, and a decline in overall health. The importance of fall prevention lies in preserving independence, reducing healthcare costs, and maintaining the quality of life for our loved ones at risk.

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Cassie Beisch
Kore Cares Awarded Caring Star Award from Caring.Com

Kore Cares was named a Caring Star of 2024 by Caring.com. We are honored to receive this based on consumer ratings and reviews from users who have been in contact with Kore Cares and who have used our services. It is our goal to be the best we can be for our clients and our employees, and receiving recognitions like this let us know we are achieving that goal!

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Cassie Beisch
Kore Cares Care Champion Award Recipients Announced

Kore Cares CEO Gabrielle Hoing sat down with Ashley Thompson at Keloland Living on Friday, February 23 to announce our Care Champion Recipients. We received so many nominations of deserving caregivers and nurses throughout the state of South Dakota. We are touched to know that so many out there are receiving exceptional care from these people every day! Two caregivers and two nurses stood out above the rest and were named this years’ Care Champions. Read below for more information on our winners.

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Haley Vik
Kore Cares is Now Servicing the Madison Area

            Kore Cares has recently made a strategic decision to extend its services to the Madison region. Upon learning that Madison Regional Hospital was discontinuing its home healthcare division in late 2023, Kore Cares recognized an urgent need and felt a compelling sense of responsibility to intervene and make a positive impact on the community. Since January, we have successfully onboarded numerous clients and caregivers in the Madison region, solidifying our commitment to providing quality healthcare services and support wherever we are able.

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Cassie Beisch
Kore Cares Earns 3 Best of Home Care Awards for the 5th Year

Kore Cares proudly announces its receipt of three esteemed awards from Home Care Pulse in 2024: Provider of Choice, Employer of Choice, and the prestigious Leader in Experience for the fifth consecutive year. Kore Cares stands as the sole home care agency in South Dakota to secure all three coveted awards. This exclusive recognition highlights Kore Cares' dedication to excellence in the state, setting them apart as an agency that consistently meets and exceeds industry standards.

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Cassie Beisch
Navigating Daily Life: Understanding ADLs and IADLs

As our loved ones age, certain activities that were once routine motions throughout the day may become more challenging. There are two terms for these actions, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) and Instrumental Activities of Daily Living (IADLs). At Kore Cares, we specialize in home care services, offering assistance that enables individuals to maintain their independence and quality of life. Let's explore what ADLs and IADLs are and how our caregiving services can make a meaningful impact.

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Haley Vik
Aging in Place: Is Your Home Safe and Accessible?

For many seniors, the desire to age in place—remaining in the comfort of their own homes—is a cherished goal. Kore Cares understands the importance of creating a safe and accessible environment to support aging in place. In this blog, we'll explore key considerations for ensuring the safety of your loved ones at home.

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Haley Vik
Recognizing the Signs Your Loved One Needs In-Home Care

Caring for aging loved ones is a responsibility many of us gladly undertake, but there comes a point when additional support may be necessary. Kore Cares’ in-home care services can provide the assistance needed to ensure the safety, well-being, and comfort of your family members as they age. Recognizing the signs that indicate the need for in-home care is crucial in making informed decisions about their health and quality of life.

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Haley Vik
Supporting Aging Family Members During the Holidays

The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration. However, for aging family members, the festivities can be accompanied by unique challenges. As our loved ones grow older, they may require additional support and attention to fully enjoy the holiday spirit. This is where Kore Cares’ home care services play a crucial role, providing the assistance needed to make the season merry and bright!

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Haley Vik
Celebrating Excellence: Kore Cares 2024 Care Champion Award

In recognition of the outstanding efforts of home care providers (nurse, caregiver, certified nurse aide, medication aide, direct support professional, home care or home health aide), we are proud to open up nominations for our 2024 Care Champion Award—a token of appreciation for those who go above and beyond to make a positive difference in the lives of our clients.

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Haley Vik