In the realm of homecare services, excellence isn’t just a goal; it’s a commitment to enriching lives and providing support to those in need. Today, we are thrilled to announce that Outreach has been honored with “Top 100 Leaders in Experience” homecare award, recognizing our unwavering dedication to exceptional care and service. This is a […]
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Fortune Media and Great Place to Work Name Outreach Health to Fortune Best Workplaces in Aging Services in 2023
September 14, 2023 / Uncategorized
Great Place to Work® and Fortune magazine have recognized Outreach as one of the 2023 Best Workplaces in Aging Services™. This is Outreach’s first time being named to this prestigious list, this year coming in at 9th place. Earning a spot means that Outreach is one of the best companies to work for in the […]
September 11, 2023 / Caregivers / Health
Today is an extraordinary day here at Outreach, and I believe it’s essential to shine a spotlight on the remarkable achievements we are celebrating. We are honoring qualities such as hard work, passion, perseverance, kindness, and above all, Longevity. Throughout the years, Outreach has navigated numerous twists and turns on our journey of growth. We’ve […]
How Brain Games Keep The Mind Active
Keeping seniors’ physical and mental health in check is always important as we get vulnerable with age. Regardless of conditions, people crave connection and someone. What are Brain Games? While a physical fitness regimen aids the brain to function correctly, seniors might need more to keep their brains sharp. Here, brain games come into play. […]
A Therapist’s Guide to Help You Access Self-care and Wellbeing for Yourself or Others
We want to recognize Mental Health Month as an important observance dedicated to raising awareness about mental health and promoting mental wellness. There are several apps available that can assist individuals in managing their mental health and well-being. Here are a few notable ones: By: Ashli Abernathy, M.Ed., LPC Free Resources for Self-Care and Wellbeing: […]
Certified Great Place to Work Company!
May 22, 2023 / Uncategorized
Outreach Health is Certified as a Great Place to Work® Richardson, TX – Great Place to Work Institute and its senior care partner Activated Insights have honored Outreach Health with certification as a Great Place to Work. The certification process involved surveying 100% of employees from across our locations and evaluating more than 60 elements of team members’ experience on […]
Happy Nurses Week!
May 8, 2023 / Uncategorized
Once viewed as lowly doctors’ assistants, nurses are now recognized as highly specialized professionals with a wide range of skills. Becoming a nurse requires years of study, extreme focus, and dedication. This versatile career with dozens of specialties is a crucial link between patients and doctors. The advent of modern nursing is credited to Florence […]
Anxious in America
April 27, 2023 / Mental Health
If you were a fan of the show ‘Frasier’ in the 90s starring Kelsey Grammar, then you’ll probably remember that oft-told line from the show: “This is Dr. Frasier Crane wishing you all good mental health.” Each April, we recognize this month as ‘National Counseling Month’ across America. Though highlighted in April, it is a reminder that every day is […]
Raise State Rates for Home Caregivers
John David Ball has served as chief executive officer of Outreach Health since 2019. He wrote this for The Dallas Morning News. Link to Dallas Morning News article: https://www.dallasnews.com/opinion/commentary/2023/04/21/raise-state-rates-for-home-caregivers/ For nearly 50 years, my family has worked hard to care for vulnerable Texans in the comfort of their homes. During those decades, my father’s small […]
Taking care as the caregiver
If you are a caregiver, you are more vulnerable to adverse effects on your health. The Rosalynn Carter Institute (RCI) for Caregivers, named after the former First Lady of the United States and founder, makes a case that the effects of caregiving are so profound that it should be addressed as a public health issue […]
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