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Hello, my name is Linda Duchon; I am the Administrator and CEO of the Manistee County Medical Care Facility. Thank you for visiting our web site.
First and foremost, the Manistee County Medical Care is more than a place, its people. It’s people who have chosen to make this their life’s work and people who have chosen to make it their home.
The Manistee County Medical Care Facility recognizes that your loved ones admission may create concerns for you and your family. Our hope is that this web site provided you with the information you need to make this decision easier.
Please feel free to contact us at any time. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about the Manistee County Medical Care Facility.
Linda Duchon RN MS LNHA
Administrator
News and Events
Manistee Chapter Rolling Thunder
Donates Ninetndo Wii
Rolling Thunder is an organization that typiclly donates POW/MIA flags to local schools, various organizations and interest groups and also organize flagraising ceremonies to promote public awareness. But today Rolling Thunder member Mary Willoughby presents Wii to Linda Duchon Administrator to be used in therapy and activities for elders.
Hospitals and Nursing homes have begun usiing the Nintendo Wii as part of their rehabilation regimes. The Army is using the Wii for therapy at Walter Reed Hospital stated Rick Wilboughby, Local Chapter President Rolling Thunder.
Wii-habilitation is used to move the body in ways similar to traditional therapy exercises. The Nintendo Wii uses a wireless controller to direct the actions of animated athletes on screen. Using the controller, residents follow natural body movements associated with various sports and activities.
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MCMCF Receives MPRO’s MI Award of Excellence
On April 2, 2008, MPRO honored the Manistee County Medical Care for its quality improvement efforts. A special awards ceremony was held at Lansing Community College in Lansing, Michigan. Pictured left to right are (seated) Jill Schaefer Assistant Director of Nursing, Linda Duchon, Administrator/CEO, (standing) Donna Beebe, Project Manager, NHQI, Carmen Ludke C.N.A., Debra Brewer RN, Colleen Cieszkowski, interim CEO and president of MPRO.
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Certified Eden Associate Training
Jean Anderson, Director of Education, Heidi Hosler RN, Carol Springborn C.N.A. and Lisa Loden C.N.A. are now certified Eden Associates. The program provided staff with the information and skills needed to build a learning climate in the workplace. Participants learned people skills training; how to analyze the organization's developmental needs; how to design programs that result in real changes; group dynamics and QI tools to bring about the desired results; how to nurture change in a way that gets staff involved and participating; and evaluate training and growth to constantly improve your learning climate.
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New Early Alzheimer's and Mild Dementia Support Group for Residents
"SMILERS"
Meets 1st and 3rd Wednesday's of the month
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Facilitator: Paco Theisen
Former Activities Director and Spiritual Care Leader for Hospice of Michigan
Includes Music, Discussion, and Refreshments
Donations are needed for used or new choir robes and musical instruments for the Manistee County Medical Care Facility. You may drop off any of these items at the front reception office of the facility or call 231-723-2543 ext. 100 Thank you!
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