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Gentiva - Home Health - Christiansburg

15 W Main St, Ste 200, Christiansburg, United States
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We help people remain at home, surrounded by friends and family, while receiving the highest-quality, most compassionate home-based care possible. Kindred Healthcare Facebook Community Guidelines

Welcome to the Kindred Healthcare Facebook Community, which is owned and operated by Kindred Healthcare (“Kindred” or “We”). We encourage you to use the Kindred Healthcare Facebook page to learn more about our company, services and various healthcare-related topics. To help encourage a community where members share, learn and contribute to the conversation, please read our detailed guidelines below.

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RECENT FACEBOOK POSTS

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This is Kindred.

We sat down with Kindred caregivers from across the country to talk about what it's really like to take care of and help people every day. Many told us that helping others was the main reason they went into healthcare. Now watch as they share stories of the challenges they face and the passion they bring to helping others.

This is Kindred.
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Stories of Caring for a Loved One - A Mother's Day Special

Being a mother is a blessing, a gift and a love that never ends. This Mother’s Day, we honor the mothers who have cared for their children and the children who return that care. This is Robin’s story: http://kndrd.care/lJkt4M

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LUNG FORCE

This week is National Women’s Lung Health Week and the American Lung Association is turning the nation turquoise! This year marks the 4th Annual Turquoise Takeover to spread awareness and raise critical funds in the fight against lung cancer. Find out more about LUNG FORCE: http://kndrd.care/NShMZJ

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National Nurses Week 2017

The American Nursing Association has designated 2017 as the "Year of the Healthy Nurse." Join Kindred during National Nurses Week, May 6–12, as we explore this year’s theme, “Nursing: the Balance of Mind, Body, and Spirit.” It’s all about celebrating nurses like YOU who lead the charge for health and wellness! http://kndrd.care/qVvyIV

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Timeline Photos

Today and every day, we are grateful for our skilled and hard-working nurses. Thank you for all you do!

Timeline Photos
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Mr. Ketterer's Story

Cancer changed the Ketterer family's life. After being diagnosed with esophageal cancer, Alfred spent the next year and a half dealing with surgeries, chemo and radiation, infections and depression. Everything changed when he was transferred to Kindred Rehab. His therapists Jim, Sue and Bri never gave up on him, and so he didn’t give up on himself.

Mr. Ketterer's Story
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Kindred Spirit Blog | Kindred Healthcare

People living with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease experience many changes over time in their ability to communicate. But there are ways to ease communication and help your loved one avoid negative feelings. We adapted tips from the Alzheimer's Association​ to help you communicate at any stage of your loved one’s progression: http://kndrd.care/h6MWFV

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How healthy is the air you breathe?

May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month. Is the air you breathe as clean as you thought? Visit the link below and check out the State of the Air report, published by our friends at the American Lung Association, to learn how where you live measures up when it comes to air quality! http://kndrd.care/aAN8sl

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What Is In-Home Physician Care?

In-home physician care brings skilled medical care to your loved one in their place of residence, whether that is at home or in an assisted or independent living community. See how visits from house call doctors can help you and your situation: http://kndrd.care/zlB2au

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Caregiver Corner: Weaving a Memoir Through Hospice Volunteer Support

Emily Evans first heard about Kindred Hospice and its mission when she decided to become more involved with her larger Seattle community. This week is National Healthcare Volunteer Week. Find out more about Emily and her volunteer story here: http://kndrd.care/O04LYu

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Earth Day - April 22 | Earth Day Network

This Earth Day, gather with your community for an Environmental & Climate Literacy Teach-In or another project focused on education! To find out more, visit: http://kndrd.care/5w1N12

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The Power of Pet Therapy

Pets have the power to brighten your day and even motivate you. Watch how Kindred is using pet therapy and SHARE with your favorite animal lover!

The Power of Pet Therapy
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