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Blue Stone Therapy Moves To Address Growing Business Needs

In May 2020, Doug and Theresa Johnson walked into their first office, a vast 3,000 sq. ft. space that had just been leased with big plans to grow. The building was completely empty—bare floors, blank walls—waiting for Doug and Theresa’s vision to take shape. There was a lot of work to do, but Doug was ready to roll up his sleeves and get started, knowing this was the moment to take things in a bold new direction.

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Better Health
Nutrition needs when you’re over 65

Healthy eating doesn’t really change that much with age, especially if you already have a good diet. You simply need to be aware of your own specific nutrition requirements and adjust your food choices so your body gets exactly what it needs for good health in older age.

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Everyday Iowa
Care Partners over at West Ridge Care Center Are one Of Iowa's Top Care Providers

West Ridge Care Center talks about their Eden culture and philosophy approach to long term care.

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Chad's Journey to Combat MS: How Therapy and Innovation Transformed His Life

Chad's diagnosis of MS inspired the collaboration between care partners Accura HealthCare, Blue Stone Therapy, Numotion, and Woodlyn Heights Senior Living to come together to use technology to improve his life and independence.

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Medical News Today
Low levels of vitamin D in the brain linked to increased dementia risk

An estimated 6 million people live with Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in the United States. That number is set to grow to 13 million by 2050 due to the country’s aging population. Alzheimer’s disease is also the sixth leading cause of death in the U.S.

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Bethany Retirement Living
Bethany Retirement Living Earns U.S. News Award

Bethany on University has been named a BEST NURSING HOME and earned the highest possible rating, “High Performing” as ranked by U.S. News & World Report.  Bethany on 42nd was also among the “High Performing” facilities.  The two Bethany campuses are among the top 19 percent of all nursing facilities nationwide.

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Blue Stone Therapy
Blue Stone Therapy Expands with Acquisition of Goodcare LLC and Goodcare AtHome Rehab

Blue Stone Therapy, Iowa’s premier provider of contract therapy services for older adults, has expanded its reach through the acquisition of Goodcare LLC, Goodcare AtHome Rehab LLC, and Alpine Therapy.

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McKnights
I-SNPs quadrupled growth through 2021, but large swaths of nursing home residents still without any access

More nursing home residents than ever are enrolled in Institutional-Special Needs Plans, but their benefits remain out of reach to large swaths of Medicare beneficiaries, especially those living in the upper Midwest and Western states.

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APTA
National Physical Therapy Month: October 2024

Every October we celebrate National Physical Therapy Month to raise awareness among consumers about the many benefits of physical therapy. It's also a great opportunity to appreciate what PTs, PTAs, and students do to transform lives.

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Blue Stone Therapy Voted Great Place to Work Once Again

Urbandale, IowaBlue Stone Therapy is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work for the 3rd year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Blue Stone Therapy.

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ASHA.ORG
National Speech-Language-Hearing Month

Each May, National Speech-Language-Hearing Month provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders and the role of ASHA members in providing life-altering treatment.

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Best Sports For Older Adults, According To Experts

According to research conducted at a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Prevention Research Center, older adults can reap an array of rewards from physical activity, ranging from improved physical, emotional and social health scores to a decreased risk of hospitalization.

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Blue Stone Therapy
Blue Stone Therapy Chosen by Care Initiatives as Rehab Services Provider

West Des Moines, Iowa (Feb. 19, 2024) — Blue Stone Therapy, Iowa’s largest therapy provider, has been selected by Care Initiatives as the sole provider of rehabilitation services – including physical therapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy – for Care Initiatives’ skilled nursing and hospice locations, beginning April 1, 2024.

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Blue Stone Therapy Earns 2023 Great Place To Work Certification

Urbandale, Iowa — Blue Stone Therapy is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the 2nd year in a row. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Blue Stone Therapy. 

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Ossian Senior Hospice Selects Blue Stone Therapy

Ossian, IA; October 16, 2023- Ossian Senior Hospice recently partnered with Blue Stone Therapy to provide specialized rehabilitation services for their residents.

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Blue Stone Therapy Announces Promotions and Expanded Services

As a result of business growth, Nancy Crimmins MSPT, CLT was recently promoted to Vice President of Outpatient Therapy, and, Christen Bliss MOTR/L was recently promoted to Vice President of Clinical Services.

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Blue Stone Therapy
Ryan Dodd Joins Blue Stone Therapy as Regional Director of Operations

The leading specialist in SNF therapy services recently named Ryan Dodd Regional Director for the Indigo Territory. As a RDO, Ryan will have responsibility for leadership and oversight of operations for therapy services provided at multiple Skilled Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living Communities in Central and Eastern Iowa.  

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Great Places to Work
Blue Stone Therapy Earns Great Place to Work Certification

Our focus is to deliver optimal, individualized rehabilitation by highly skilled professional therapists while developing long-term partnerships between our staff and the communities they serve. We are experts in the business of skilled therapy services. 

 

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LTC News
Accessories and Devices Help Older and Disabled Drivers Maintain Independence

There are more older people driving today simply because of demographics. Older and disabled drivers can better maintain a sense of independence when they can drive safely. Plus, simple devices allow people with physical disabilities or age-related problems to continue to drive. 

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Today News
Dementia Caregiving Advice is Going Viral on TikTok

Recently, Teepa Snow found herself in unexpected company. The occupational therapist, who specializes in dementia care, started making TikToks that featured helpful tips for caregivers. Soon her TikToks joined the ranks of other viral trends, such as dances, challenges, and makeup tutorials. She was stunned to learn she had racked up thousands of views in a very short time period.

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