November 24, 2020 – We understand there may have been some confusion over a recent news story regarding staffing care at long-term care facilities during the current pandemic. To clarify, while the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) guidelines allow the practice of staff with COVID-19 to continue working in a crisis staffing situation, Meth-Wick …
We are pleased to announce that Meth-Wick Community is among the 21% of U.S. skilled nursing facilities that have been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2020-21 by U.S. News & World Report.
The key to living a vibrant, fulfilling life is to take care of yourself. At Meth-Wick Community, we’re more than familiar with this concept. In fact, our senior living community was named one of the Top 25 Best in Wellness in North America! We believe there are six dimensions of wellness you need to tend …
After last month’s derecho, emergency preparedness is at the top of many Iowans’ minds. While there are many things to consider when preparing for an emergency or disaster, one important aspect to think about is how you will obtain and keep food and water safe. Before an emergency: Obtain enough food and water to last …
Intellectual wellness is one of six dimensions of wellness we consider to be key in order for our residents to live their lives to the fullest. Our community is constantly implementing and developing programs to complement each dimension of wellness. In this blog post, however, we are going to focus on intellectual wellness. For us, …
There isn’t a better time than summer to enjoy fresh fruit. But maybe you’re getting tired of strawberries and watermelon, and it’s time to explore something new. Have you tried a pluot? What about a tangor? These are examples of hybrid fruit. Hybrid fruits are created through natural breeding – they are not genetically modified …
Spiritual wellness is one of six dimensions of wellness we consider to be key in order for our residents to live their lives to the fullest. Our community is constantly implementing and developing programs to complement each dimension of wellness. In this blog post, however, we are going to focus on spiritual wellness. For us, …
Have you heard of kefir? Many people do not know what kefir is and may be missing out on its nutritional benefits. Keep reading to learn more! Kefir is a fermented milk beverage, similar to a “thin” yogurt. It comes in a variety of flavors such as strawberry, peach, vanilla, and chocolate. You can pour …
Could it be true that our happiness is dependent on what lies at the tip of our forks? It is true that our daily food choices can affect our mood and overall mental health. Several studies have found that people who ate a poor-quality diet – one that was high in processed foods and unhealthy …
With the improving weather this spring and a recent drop in events, it’s a great time to start thinking about exercise and physical activity. The intensity level can be as high or low as you want; simply walking is enough to derive many health benefits. You can also increase everyday activities such as taking the …
