As Mental Health Month draws to a close, let us reflect on the state of mental health in 2021. After over 14 months of isolated settings, social distancing measures, and heightened anxiety … it would be safe to assume that the scope of mental health looks vastly different than it did before … [Continue reading...] about Mental Health Month 2021 – The Future
Mental Health Month 2021 – Outside Activities
With June approaching, and Summer well on its way, one way to take strides towards a positive mental health journey is to spend time outdoors. Per Mind.org.uk, "Spending time in green space or bringing nature into your everyday life can benefit both your mental and physical wellbeing. For example, … [Continue reading...] about Mental Health Month 2021 – Outside Activities
Mental Health Month 2021 – Social Gatherings
On May 14, 2021, the CDC announced that fully vaccinated individuals may shed masks in most indoor settings (with guidelines for certain circumstances) This is yet another milestone as our lives begin to normalize after over a year of isolation due to COVID-19 mitigation strategies, and many find … [Continue reading...] about Mental Health Month 2021 – Social Gatherings
Mental Health Month 2021 – Announcement
"May is known for several holidays (Mother's Day and Memorial Day among others), but did you know that May is Mental Health Month?" That was the quote that kicked off the inaugural post of Mental Health Month, 2020. However, no one was certain exactly the scope of how different the mental health of … [Continue reading...] about Mental Health Month 2021 – Announcement
Optimae Spotlight – Occupational Therapy Month
Welcome to another installment of Optimae Spotlight, where we showcase those among our ranks who have gone above and beyond. For this week's installment, in celebration of Occupational Therapy month, we will showcase our very own Occupational Therapists! Though she has no picture, Niccole Herron, … [Continue reading...] about Optimae Spotlight – Occupational Therapy Month
Feel Good Friday 04/23/2021
April is National Humor Month! As such, for this Feel Good Friday we thought it'd be best to celebrate the holiday with a few good old fashioned jokes! 1. Photographers today aren't as negative as they used to be. 2. What do sprinters eat before a race? (Nothing, they fast!) 3. How do you get a … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 04/23/2021
Optimae Spotlight – N’yla Whitson
Woah! Who's that hopping down the rabbit trail? Why it's the Easter Bunny, of course (as played by Team Lead N'yla Whitson.) Lacee Nydle, who oversees sites in Polk county, shared this picture and reminded everyone that "even the Easter Bunny wears a mask!" Thanks for sharing, Lacee ... and thank … [Continue reading...] about Optimae Spotlight – N’yla Whitson
Brain Injury Awareness Month 2021
BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH Be it a traumatic head injury, substance abuse, or decline, in an instant brain injuries can potentially alter someone for the rest of their life. However, there is still a path forward. March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, where we do our best to increase … [Continue reading...] about Brain Injury Awareness Month 2021
Optimae Spotlight – Eileen Dunnegan
Welcome to another installment of Optimae Spotlight, where we showcase those among our ranks who have gone above and beyond. Katelyn Woodsmall, of Optimae's Great River Region, would like to nominate Eileen Dunnegan. Dunnegan has been with the company for two years and in that time she has been … [Continue reading...] about Optimae Spotlight – Eileen Dunnegan
Feel Good Friday 03/19/2021
March 20 is the first day of Spring, but did you know that it is also the International Day of Happiness? For this week's Feel Good Friday, we'll discuss happiness and how to begin searching for it. Per DayofHappiness.net, "As we face a global crisis together, let’s find positive ways to look … [Continue reading...] about Feel Good Friday 03/19/2021