News & Press

CareMeridian is a Sponsor of Rose Parade 2013 Nurses Float
Sunday, May 6th, 2012
CareMeridian is a sponsor of The Nurses Float for the 2013 Rose Parade. National Nurses Week is celebrated every year beginning on May 6 and ending on May 12 in conjunction with the birth date of Florence Nightingale, the founder of modern nursing.
Dancing with the Stars Honors CareMeridian Oxnard Former Patient Richard “Steelo” Vazquez
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Former CareMeridian Oxnard patient Richard Vazquez was honored with a special tribute during the Week 7: Results Show of Dancing with the Stars which aired on Tuesday, May 1. At the conclusion of the segment, Steelo danced for the first time publicly since his accident with his group the Groovaloos.
New Facility in Littleton, Colorado, Scheduled to Open Summer 2012
Thursday, March 22nd, 2012
CareMeridian Actively Seeking Qualified Candidates LITTLETON, CO (March 21, 2012) CareMeridian, a leading provider of post-acute care alternatives, will open its new state-of-the-art subacute/inpatient rehabilitation facility in Littleton, Colorado, on June 1, 2012. The 27,000 square-foot building will feature 36 beds in a natural healing home-like environment and provide Denver, the surrounding communities, and, Colorado,… Continue Reading
“Like” CareMeridian to Raise Money for Brain Injury Research & Advocacy
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
In honor of Brain Injury Awareness Month, CareMeridian, NeuroRestorative, and The MENTOR Network Charitable Foundation will donate up to $10,000 to support the advocacy, prevention, education and research of brain injury.
Brain Injury Awareness Month 2012
Tuesday, March 13th, 2012
March is Brain Injury Awareness Month. In honor, CareMeridian, NeuroRestorative, and The MENTOR Network Charitable Foundation will donate up to $10,000 to support the advocacy, prevention, education and research of brain injury.
CareMeridian Phoenix and Las Vegas Again Recognized as 5-Star Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News and World Report
Wednesday, February 8th, 2012
Rankings standards determined by health inspections, nurse staffing and quality measures. WASHINGTON D.C. (February 7, 2012) - CareMeridian Phoenix and CareMeridian Las Vegas have received a high ranking of five stars overall in U.S. News & World Report’s annual Best Nursing Homes, released today. U.S. News’ Best Nursing Homes recognizes top-rated homes in all 50 states… Continue Reading
Arlyn Valdez, CareMeridian Gilroy CNA, Recipient of 2011 Beyond Care Award
Thursday, December 15th, 2011
Arlyn Valdez, CNA and Administrative Assistant at Care Meridian Gilroy, was the recipient of the 2011 Beyond Care Award in recognition of her outstanding efforts and successful outcomes with her patients. The award was presented earlier this month at CareMeridian’s year-end management meeting.
Employee Recognition
CareMeridian’s Rita Pathmanaban Honored by The MENTOR Network with 2011 Ripple of Hope Award
Wednesday, December 7th, 2011
As Vice President of Clinical Programs and Quality Assurance for CareMeridian, Rita is responsible for strategic direction, management and performance improvement of all clinical programs. The Ripple of Hope Award recognizes outstanding employees whose passion, energy and skill have created a positive impact in the lives of others.
Employee Recognition
CareMeridian Attends ABL’s Innovation in Healthcare Awards Event
Friday, October 21st, 2011
As one of 12 innovative healthcare companies selected as finalists for the 2011 ABBY Awards, CareMeridian recently attended the ABL’s 13th Annual Innovations in Healthcare (SM) Awards Event. All finalists were asked to produce a video illustrating the company’s innovation, the problem it addresses and the solution presented.
CareMeridian Selected as 2011 Abby Finalist by Adaptive Business Leaders for Innovations in Healthcare
Thursday, July 21st, 2011
The Adaptive Business Leaders (ABL) Organization has announced that CareMeridian is one of 12 innovative healthcare companies selected as finalists for the 2011 ABBY Awards. The awards honor companies which have developed ways to lower healthcare costs through innovative approaches. Read the full ABL Press Release. CareMeridian provides a continuum of high quality, cost-effective post-acute… Continue Reading
CareMeridian Breaks Ground on the Site of its Littleton, Colorado Post-Acute Care Services Facility
Thursday, June 16th, 2011
Diverse and robust economy, as well as proximity to several hospitals, makes Denver area a natural fit for new facility.
CareMeridian Vegas Administrator Sheila Weeks Receives ACHCA Facility Leadership Award
Thursday, June 9th, 2011
Sheila Weeks, Administrator at CareMeridian Las Vegas, was honored by the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA) with a Facility Leadership Award last month.
Employee Recognition
Marin Independent Journal features CM’s Mohammed Khalifa
Thursday, May 19th, 2011
Profile looks at the rise of Khalifa (CareMeridian Regional Vice President, Operations – Northern and Central California, Nevada) from a child suffering from Guillain-Barre syndrome, to a board-certified occupational therapist and clinical advisor to students in the occupational therapy program at Dominican University.
CareMeridian Fresno Marks and Weber Complete 2011 Walk for Thought in Celebration of Brain Injury Month
Tuesday, March 15th, 2011
CareMeridian employees, staff, patients and families participated in the 4th annual Walk For Thought on Saturday, March 5th, sponsored by the Brain Injury Association of California (BIACAL)
CareMeridian Phoenix and Las Vegas Facilities Recognized as 5-Star Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News and World Report
Thursday, February 24th, 2011
CareMeridian Las Vegas and CareMeridian Phoenix are recognized as 5-Star Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News and World Report.
CareMeridian Announces Expansion of Student Nursing Program
Tuesday, February 1st, 2011
The program provides hands-on experience caring for individuals with catastrophic injuries and illnesses.
Happy Holidays from CareMeridian
Thursday, December 23rd, 2010
The illustration were drawn by 28-year old CareMeridian Wilbur House patient Nicole Herr, who suffered brain damage and paralysis after being hit by a car in 1990.
CareMeridian Announces Opening of Scottsdale, Arizona Neurorehabilitation Facility
Wednesday, December 15th, 2010
CareMeridian today announced the recent opening of its neurorehabilitation and supported living program in Scottsdale, Arizona. The facility provides services for people with neurological injuries as a result of trauma, stroke and other related medical events.
CareMeridian Utilizing Pet Therapy in Rehabilitation
Wednesday, December 1st, 2010
CareMeridian and its patients at the Escondido facility are enjoying the benefits of pet therapy.
CareMeridian’s Bill Rowlett Appointed to CMSA Board
Wednesday, November 17th, 2010
Director of Business Development Bill Rowlett appointed to Board of Case Managers Society of America, Southern California Chapter
International Travel Insurance Journal features CM’s Cindy Lubiarz
Monday, October 11th, 2010
Cindy Lubiarz, CareMeridian National Director of Business Development, is featured in the International Travel Insurance Journal’s October Cost Containment supplement for her article on the benefits of subacute care versus repatriation.
Employee Recognition
New Start Homes Joins CareMeridian and The MENTOR Network
Monday, October 4th, 2010
CareMeridian welcomes New Start Homes to its California operations.
CareMeridian Hosts Open House at its Garden Grove Facility
Friday, September 3rd, 2010
CareMeridian hosts Open House at its Garden Grove location to celebrate recent opening of its 15-bed facility.
CareMeridian Las Vegas Recognized with Customer Service Award
Monday, July 5th, 2010
CareMeridian Las Vegas Activities Director LaKisha Harris was recognized by the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce for superior customer service.
Employee Recognition
CareMeridian Phoenix Recognized by the Brain Injury Association of Arizona
Tuesday, June 29th, 2010
CareMeridian Phoenix Recognized by the Brain Injury Association of Arizona for helping to increase awareness during National Brain Injury Awareness Month in March.
CareMeridian Patient Patrick Parks Honored with a Rehabilitant of the Year Award
Monday, May 24th, 2010
CareMeridian Phoenix Announces Patient Patrick Parks Honorable Mention Recipient of the Fred Brick Memorial Rehabilitant of the Year Award
CEO Jim Ashby Discusses Value of the MENTOR Network Charitable Foundation
Thursday, April 15th, 2010
Jim Ashby, President and CEO of CareMeridian, discusses the importance of giving back to the community in an interview printed in IMPACT, A Report of The MENTOR Network Charitable Foundation (2009),
Lied Museum Community Partners Grant
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
The MENTOR Network Charitable Foundation Awards Community Partners Grant to Lied Discovery Children’s Museum in Las Vegas.
New Post Acute Partner Village Healthcare
Tuesday, February 2nd, 2010
CareMeridian Announces Addition of Village Healthcare Centers As New Partner in Post Acute Health Care Alternatives.
Expansion of CareMeridian-Las Vegas
Tuesday, January 12th, 2010
CareMeridian Announces the Expansion of its Las Vegas Post Acute Care Facility. 17 New Beds Added, Bringing Total to 35.
CareMeridian-Phoenix Six-Month Anniversary
Friday, January 1st, 2010
CareMeridian Announces the Six-Month Anniversary of its Phoenix Post Acute Care Facility.