November 30th marks the closing date to enter Shield HealthCare’s 11th annual story contest on “What Makes Caregiving Rewarding?” Contest entries may be submitted until midnight. Shield HealthCare story contest update: Over 475 inspirational caregiver stories have been received so far, making the 2011 contest a record breaking milestone! Contest judging will take place in… Continue reading Shield HealthCare Caregiver Story Contest Update!

In observance of the Thanksgiving holiday, our offices will be closed on Thursday, November 24 and Friday, November 25, 2011. All of us at Shield HealthCare wish you and your loved ones a peaceful and healthy holiday.

On Denver 9News (NBC) experts on a variety of topics are regularly invited to offer on-air advice on the “9 Line” phones, where viewers call in with questions. As a member of the Colorado Dietetic Association, Shield HealthCare’s very own Registered Dietitian, Elizabeth was asked to join the broadcast on November 15, 2011 to give advice to callers on nutrition, weight management… Continue reading Shield HealthCare Registered Dietitian On Denver 9News Advice Line

When it comes to air travel with a medical condition, it's best to know the latest Transportation Security Administration (TSA) guidelines.

Are you a nurse looking to earn CE credits that are related to ostomy care? Check out our recorded webinar and follow the instructions to view the webinar on-demand. Shield HealthCare cordially invites local nurses to attend an Ostomy Education Workshop with continuing education opportunity for 2 CE units.* Workshop topic: Caring For The Stoma, sponsored by… Continue reading Just Added: Nurse Education Workshops in Southern California

From the Los Angeles Times 11/13/11 article, Red tape hampers care for patients who are poor and disabled. Such patients qualify for Medicare and Medicaid, but bouncing back and forth between state and federal agencies can increase medical costs and reduce their quality of care. M.C. Kim had four heart attacks in as many years.… Continue reading L.A. Times: Red tape hampers care for patients who are poor and disabled

The Centers For Disease Control (CDC) recommends that people get their seasonal flu vaccine as soon as vaccine becomes available in their community. Vaccination before December is best since this timing ensures that protective antibodies are in place before flu activity is typically at its highest. CDC continues to encourage people to get vaccinated throughout the… Continue reading 2011-2012 Flu Vaccine Information

According to the Alzheimer’s Association, Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias can cause a person to act in unpredictable ways. Some individuals with Alzheimer’s become anxious or aggressive. Others repeat certain questions or gestures. These types of reactions can lead to misunderstanding, frustration and tension, particularly between the person with dementia and the caregiver. It’s important… Continue reading Coping with Alzheimer’s Disease Behaviors

Whether you're new or experienced at managing your stoma that resulted from a colostomy, ileostomy or urostomy, these helpful tips for stoma care may help.

Choosing A Formula With The Heart In Mind It may seem like an obvious choice to prescribe a disease-specific oral or tube feeding formula to a patient with diagnosed diabetes or hyperglycemia. However, this is not always the best choice or the only choice for patients with diabetes. Understanding the causes of hyperglycemia or elevated… Continue reading Enteral Nutrition Newsletter November-December 2011