Rocky Mountain Personal Care

Wishing our residents, staff, and families a wonderful Father’s Day! We are forever grateful for your unwavering support, wisdom, and unconditional love!

Happy Father’s Day from Rocky Mountain Personal Care!

June 13-19th offers a very special opportunity to thank our extraordinary CNA’s/ NA’s who go above and beyond in everything they do! You provide the highest quality of care with unmatched compassion in one of the hardest, but most rewarding, roles in all of healthcare. You make the biggest difference in our patients lives and truly become family to those we care for.
This year’s theme “We’ll Be There For You” emphasizes the deep commitment CNA’s make every day. Please thank a CNA/NA this National CNA Week!

National Safety Month provides an opportunity to highlight efforts to prevent injury, and bring awareness to resources to help keep everyone safe and free of danger. It is extremely important to us to continue to educate ourselves on proper safety practices and enforce preventative steps. When it comes to our patients, residents, staff members, and community, safety is simply our top priority.
STEADI, Stopping Elderly Accidents, Deaths and Injuries, shares vital resources to prevent falls and improve health outcomes. STEADI recommends three key elements to preventing injury; screen patients for fall risks, access modifiable risk factors, intervene to reduce risk by using effective clinical and community strategies.
For more information on STEADI please refer to the link below: https://www.cdc.gov/steadi/index.html

We remember and honor those who sacrificed everything for the freedom of this nation. Your unmatched bravery will continue to inspire generations to come. We are forever grateful!

Today we honor and thank from the bottom of our hearts the men and women protecting our nation! To those serving in our Armed Forces, we would like to express our deepest gratitude and admiration for your selfless service.

Your strength, sacrifices, and endless love inspire us every day. Happy Mother’s Day to our amazing families, patients, and staff!

Our nurses truly are the epitome of Simply the Best Care! Happy National Nurses Week to all the incredible nurses in our care continuum. You make a difference!

“Dear Nurses, we want to express our deepest gratitude and appreciation for the incredible work you do every single day! Each of you demonstrates unwavering compassion, skill, and dedication in caring for our residents and supporting their families during some of their most vulnerable times. Your tireless efforts, long hours, and personal sacrifices do not go unnoticed. Thank you for your service, your bravery and your unparalleled care! We are forever grateful to work with and alongside such amazing Nurses. This Nurses Week, and every day, we honor you and say THANK YOU!”

Natalie Melendez
Vice President of SNF Clinical Quality & Education

Occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants are experts in helping people perform the occupations they need and want to do every day. We thank you for your vital work and wish you a very happy Occupational Therapy Month as April comes to an end!

Administrative Professionals’ Day provides an opportunity to acknowledge the essential and heartfelt work of our administrative teams. Thank you for leading our community with skilled expertise and unwavering dedication. We wish a very happy National Administrative Professionals’ Day to our incredibly hardworking leaders!

The selfless service of our volunteers truly is the heart of our community. Your contributions make a difference in the health and wellbeing of the vulnerable population we care for, and we extend our deepest appreciation to you. Happy National Volunteer Week!

Wishing you and your loved ones a lovely Easter weekend!

Today we celebrate and extend our deepest appreciation to our fantastic physicians. Your commitment to simply, the best care and unwavering dedication to the well-being of our community is valued beyond words. Happy 2024 National Doctors' Day!

A very happy 2024 Long Term Care Administrators Week to our outstanding Administrators teams in our Care Continuum!

“We had the opportunity this week to go to lunch with a few of the Rocky Mountain Care Administrators. This picture is indicative of the nature of our work…. many other Administrators were coming but couldn’t because there were more pressing issues that had to be dealt with. We recognize and appreciate the efforts of our Administrators and the hours and dedication they have towards the mission to provide Simply the Best Care. Their work is tremendously complicated, challenging and rewarding. To all those Rocky Mountain Care Administrators, we salute and thank you for what you do each day! Happy Long Term Care Administrator’s week.”

Tim Needles
Regional Director of SNF Operations

As food and nutrition experts, our Registered Dietitian Nutritionists are essential to our care continuum and the health of our patients. Your commitment to our community is greatly appreciated and seen. We wish you the happiest Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day and National Nutrition Month!

Rocky Mountain Care recognizes the momentous role of African Americans in U.S history and kindly wishes our friends, family, and Rocky team a happy Black History Month! We are committed to honoring and celebrating the achievements, contributions and legacy of African American men and women that have changed the history of our nation forever.

A huge thank you to our teams that add so much fun and excitement to our communities! The 2024 NAPW theme is “Innovate, Inspire, Involve”, and that could not describe our teams' impact any better! The enriching activities and full calendar of events you work tirelessly to provide our patients impact their every day. Your efforts are greatly appreciated, and we look forward to the wonderful activities to come in this new year! Happy National Activity Professionals Week!

It’s with heartfelt gratitude and great anticipation we say goodbye to 2023 and hello to 2024! In the last year, our Rocky family achieved incredible success and growth that has left a lasting impact on our Care Continuum and those we care for. The pride we feel for our teams is indescribable as they have persevered through challenges, and truly embody all that it means to provide Simply, the Best Care. We extend our warmest wishes of peace, joy, and health to you and your loved ones and thank you endlessly for your continued commitment and support.
Happy New Year!

"As we approach the beginning of another holiday season and the end of another year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to our exceptional team here at Rocky Mountain. Your dedication to excellence and commitment to quality outcomes is the driving force behind our success. Please know that we could not have achieved all that we have without each of you. We are grateful to have such compassionate and hardworking leaders throughout this organization. I look forward to working closely with each of you in the coming year to build upon successes and work together to achieve fantastic outcomes for the patients we are trusted and blessed to serve.

This Christmas Season I hope that each of us can reflect on the many wonderful things that we have enjoyed and accomplished as an organization this past year and share that message with others in our Rocky Mountain Family and to all the patients we are honored to care for each day. Remember to embrace the true mission of service and recognize that others around us may need our help to bring them happiness and to feel the spirit of Christmas.
To all of you, we wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a happy holiday filled with peace and joy and good health. We are so grateful to have each and every one of you as part of our Rocky Mountain family.

Merry Christmas!"

Kelly Snowball
Chief Operations Officer

Happy December first!

"Dear Rocky Mountain Care Family,

As we approach this season of gratitude, I wanted to take a moment to express my deepest thanks to each and every one of you for your unwavering dedication and commitment to post-acute care. Your hard work, compassion, and resilience have made a difference in the lives of countless individuals, and I am truly grateful for the impact you have had.

To our team members, thank you for your tireless efforts in providing exceptional care to our patients. Your expertise, empathy, and professionalism make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who rely on our services. Whether you are a nurse, therapist, caregiver, administrative staff, or any other role within our organization, your contributions are invaluable, and I extend my heartfelt appreciation to each and every one of you. Your dedication to ensuring the well-being and comfort of our patients does not go unnoticed, and I am immensely grateful for all that you do.

To our patients and residents, I want to express my deep appreciation for the trust you place in us to provide the highest quality care. Your strength, resilience, and perseverance inspire us every day. We are honored to be a part of your journey to recovery and well-being, and we are grateful for the opportunity to serve you. Your courage and determination serve as a reminder of the importance of the work we do, and we are truly thankful for the privilege of being a part of your care team.

Together, as a community dedicated to post-acute care, we have faced numerous challenges and uncertainties, but your unwavering dedication and collective spirit have been nothing short of extraordinary. Your commitment to our shared mission of providing exceptional care has made a positive impact on the lives of so many, and for that, I extend my deepest gratitude.

This holiday season, as we gather with loved ones to reflect on our blessings, I encourage you to take a moment to acknowledge the difference you have made in the lives of others. Your kindness, compassion, and empathy have brought light and hope to those in need, and I am truly thankful for the difference you make each day.

As we look ahead, I am confident that our continued collaboration and determination will enable us to overcome any challenges that may arise, and I am grateful to have such an exceptional team working together towards our shared goals.

I wish you and your loved ones a joyous holiday filled with warmth and gratitude. May this season be a time of reflection, appreciation, and togetherness, and may you find moments of peace and joy in the company of those you hold dear.

Thank you once again for your unwavering dedication, and please know that your contributions are deeply valued and appreciated. I am truly thankful for each and every one of you."

With heartfelt gratitude,
Jason Gatherum

As you gather with loved ones today and celebrate, we would like to extend our warmest wishes and a very happy Thanksgiving to you! The holidays provide an opportunity for reflection, and today we reflect on our outstanding staff that put their heart in everything they do, our patients for being an inspiration, and to our families for your trust and support. Thankful doesn’t begin to explain the gratitude we have for our community and for those that make a difference every single day.

Home care aides provide a compassion, comfort, and support that is irreplaceable! As we celebrate National Home Health, Hospice, and Palliative Care Month, we would like to extend a very special and well-deserved thank you to our home care aides during Home Care Aide Week. Your assistance with daily activities is incredibly valuable and enriches our patients lives every day!

Rocky Mountain Care would like to express our deepest appreciation as we honor our heroes today. May your sacrifice continue to inspire our nation and never be forgotten. To our staff, residents, and families who are military members, THANK YOU for your selfless service.
Happy Veterans Day!

It takes a team of remarkable individuals to come together to provide simply, the best care. We would like to thank all of our providers, families, caregivers and support networks for our patients as we recognize National Home Health, Hospice, and Palliative Care Month this November! Your skilled work and compassionate support changes the lives of our patients daily. Our team is truly remarkable, thank you!

For more information on our home health, hospice, and palliative care services please visit rockymountaincare.com

Rocky Mountain Care wishes you a very Happy Halloween! Have a safe and fun holiday!

Our facilities teams are vital to our patients overall safety, health, and well-being! Everyday, these dedicated employees work tirelessly to maintain a healing environment and to ensure all facility operations run smoothly. Your commitment to our community allows for everyone to focus on providing simply the best care for our patients, and we are beyond grateful! Happy Healthcare Facilities & Engineering Week!

Respiratory Care Week is celebrated October 22-28 and we are honored to shine the spotlight on our Respiratory Therapists! Your expertise and commitment to helping our patients breathe easier is vital to our community and we are sending you a massive thank you during this significant week!

“Quality is THE major building block of the foundation of Rocky Mountain Care. Providing quality care is SO much more than making sure that we follow regulations, have process improvement plans and being compliant. Our leaders embody this everyday with being connected to our 'purpose'. We strive to ensure that our residents/ patients, fellow staff members and EVERY human being that our leaders encounter are treated like people. Acting in this philosophy brings stellar quality of life to every single person we have the privilege to serve. Thank you for all you do to enrich the lives of everyone around you, every single day. You are all heroes for consistently making this your passion and 'calling'.”

Megan Darby
Chief Nursing Officer

National Fire Prevention Week is recognized October 08-14. Preparation is crucial for prevention, and we are dedicated to keeping our patients and staff safe from a fire emergency. Staying educated and regularly practicing our safety protocols is priority. For more information on how you can spread awareness for fire prevention and apply key safety measures in your life, please visit NFPA.org.

Our case managers are admired beyond words for their devoted contributions to our care continuum! We value providing patient-centered care, and our case managers make patient-centered care possible! Their role in our patient outcomes and overall experience is essential. We celebrate and thank you during this significant week for your tremendous efforts. Happy National Case Management Week!

It’s Important to spread awareness for mental illnesses and provide support every single day, but Mental Illness Awareness Week provides a dedicated time to share resources and experiences to help others. Please visit Nami.org for educational resources and ways to support your community.

“Millions of people are affected by mental illness, either by living with a mental health condition or knowing a family member, coworker or friend who is struggling with their mental health. Rocky Mountain Care supports people who are struggling with mental illness and supporting the caregivers. As we learn more about mental illness, sharing and understanding can result in better overall health and wellbeing for the community.”

Mark Dale
Director of Social Work