Ecumen Home Care

04/30/2026

As comes to a close, we hope you have been moved to find the right opportunity to get involved. Still looking for inspiration? Consider the health benefits of finding purpose in the Ecumen blog!
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SHOREVIEW, MN (April 30, 2026) — Living with purpose matters. Research shows that volunteering supports connection, well‑being, and even longevity. Discover how sharing your time and talents can enrich lives—including your own. [read the full story here]

04/29/2026

Final reminder to vote for our Ecumen Home Care team in the Mankato area (nominated in the Best In-Home Healthcare category). We are honored by this nomination and would love your support as voting continues through April 30. Visit https://www.mankatofreepress.com/best-of/ to cast your vote!
Thank you for helping others confidently chose Ecumen Home Care. 💚

Cloudy with occasional rain showers. Temps nearly steady in the mid to upper 30s. Winds ENE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 60%..

04/25/2026

We're wrapping up our celebration, but first, meet team member Nichole St. George.

"I’ve been with Ecumen Home Care for a little over 3 years. I love my role as I get to meet clients in their own home and collaborate with them to make their home safer, empower them to regain independence, and guide them to be successful with their recovery journey."

04/24/2026

We're almost through our celebration. Today, we'd like to introduce Jennifer Haukaas.

"I've been with Ecumen Home Care for 4.5 years, and I love the ability to connect with patients in their home, where they usually feel most comfortable."

04/23/2026

Today in our celebration, meet OT team member Emily Cazacu.

"I have been with Ecumen Home Care for 8 years and love what I do! I enjoy helping people meet their goals while promoting independence and safety in their homes. Being able to support clients and their family through their recovery is very rewarding."

04/22/2026

Next in our celebration, meet OT team member Stacy Hradecky.

"I have been a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant for 25 years and have worked for Ecumen 6 years (both in Short-Term Transitional Care and in Home Care).

I enjoy watching the patient’s progression - coming from the hospital and rehabbing in our Short-Term Transitional Care and then returning home and getting back to their day to day lives with the help of Home Care.

04/21/2026

In our latest issue of Ecumen Insights - a newsletter for donors and friends of Ecumen, you’ll meet Bella, a beloved four-legged volunteer who brings joy wherever she goes. You can also join us in welcoming our new CEO while celebrating the legacy of a remarkable leader, and discover how integrative therapies like music and massage bring comfort and peace to hospice patients. Lastly, you’ll be inspired by a dedicated volunteer who supports life-enrichment activities, helping create connection and joy for residents.

Whether you give or volunteer, you’re part of what makes these moments possible. Thank you!


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04/21/2026

Continuing our OT team member spotlight for this , next we'd like to introduce Melissa McGowan.

"I have been an Occupational Therapist with Ecumen Home Care for 13 years.

I most enjoy visiting people in their home and helping them figure out how to stay safe, prevent falls, and regain their independence. I love all the things I learn from my clients as they share their life experiences!"

04/20/2026

Have you voted today? Our Ecumen Home Care team in the Mankato area has been nominated for the Best In-Home Healthcare. We are honored by this nomination and would love your support as daily voting continues through April 30. Visit https://www.mankatofreepress.com/best-of/ to cast your vote!

Cloudy with occasional rain showers. Temps nearly steady in the mid to upper 30s. Winds ENE at 10 to 20 mph. Chance of rain 60%..

04/20/2026

It's and we'd like to introduce our amazing OT team members! First up, get to know Mackenzie Blickem.

"I’ve been working as an Occupational Therapist at Ecumen both in our Long-Term Care and Home Care for a little over a year and I truly enjoy the work!

My favorite thing about working in home health is working with clients in their home environment. Being in their home helps me gain a better understanding of their daily routines and challenges, and we can address and problem-solve these together to progress towards their goals that will positively impact their day-to-day life at home."

04/19/2026

We're so grateful for strong teamwork and collaboration that supports excellent patient care. Here is our wonderful Ecumen Home Care Intake Specialist, Jennifer, pictured with Nurse Managers Em and Mackenzie from one of our biggest referral partners, Ecumen Pathstone Short-Term Transitional Care.

04/14/2026

Winner Winner, Ham Dinner! Congratulations to our Ecumen Home Care Mankato Easter BINGO winners…Sharon and Angie!