Transitions Healthcare North Huntingdon Embarks on Path to Heart Failure Certification through AHA

LATROBE, Pa. - Jan. 28, 2025 - PRLog -- Transitions Healthcare North Huntingdon is proud to announce its commitment to enhancing cardiac care by beginning the process to achieve certification as a Certified Heart Failure Skilled Nursing Facility through the American Heart Association (AHA). This initiative reflects the facility's dedication to improving the quality of life for residents living with heart failure through specialized, evidence-based care.

This announcement comes as Transitions Healthcare prepares to participate in Heart Health Month this February, joining the American Heart Association's nationwide efforts to raise awareness about heart disease and promote healthy living. As part of these efforts, Transitions Healthcare North Huntingdon will host heart health-focused events and fundraisers, including participation in National Wear Red Day on Friday, February 7th, 2025. On National Wear Red Day, staff, residents, and community members will wear red to support the fight against heart disease and encourage others to take heart health seriously.

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, affecting millions of Americans annually. By pursuing AHA certification, Transitions Healthcare North Huntingdon underscores its commitment to addressing this growing healthcare need by providing comprehensive, high-quality care for residents managing heart failure.

"Our pursuit of AHA certification represents our commitment to clinical excellence and innovation in cardiac care," said Dayna Wilson, Nursing Home Administrator of Transitions Healthcare North Huntingdon. "This certification process ensures that our residents living with heart failure receive the highest standard of care - improving their overall quality of life."

The AHA certification process equips skilled nursing facilities with the tools and protocols necessary to deliver exceptional heart failure care. Certification ensures that residents receive personalized treatment plans that include symptom management, medication optimization, dietary guidance, and physical activity programs.

As Transitions Healthcare North Huntingdon embarks on its journey toward heart failure certification, it remains committed to supporting the American Heart Association's mission to reduce the impact of cardiovascular disease. For more information about upcoming Heart Health initiatives, please visit WearRedDay.org.