Innovative Renal Care Hammond Dialysis Center

07/11/2026

The 2026 Spring ICH CAHPS Survey is wrapping up this month. If selected, your answers help shape how care is measured and improved, at your center and across the country. The survey is conducted by Press Ganey on behalf of Medicare and takes just a few minutes.
The phone number 574-309-9553 will appear on your caller ID. Learn more:

YOUR VOICE MATTERS! In-Center Hemodialysis (ICH CAHPS) Patient Survey 2026 Twice yearly, Press Ganey conducts a patient experience survey on behalf of Medicare to help assess and improve the quality of care dialysis patients receive at their center. As a current patient, this survey opportunity give...

07/10/2026

Managing a chronic illness can be stressful. But according to a 2022 American Heart Association survey of 1,000 pet owners, 95% say they rely on their pet for stress relief.
If your phone is overflowing with pictures of a furry companion, you already know they're the perfect pick me up. Celebrate them this Saturday on National Pet Photo Day. Learn more:
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07/10/2026

Hurricane season is here, and dialysis patients are strongly encouraged to prepare before any storm arrives. Missing even one treatment can have serious health consequences, which is why preparation matters now, not later. Know your care team's emergency protocol and keep a go-bag ready with your medications and dialysis supplies. Learn more about how to be ready in a weather emergency: https://ow.ly/b0Tf50Zm7pe

07/03/2026

A long holiday weekend is an excellent opportunity to spend some time with people you care about and take a well-deserved breather.
To our veterans and active service members in the IRC family, thank you for your service. Wishing you and yours a happy, healthy Fourth of July.

07/01/2026

As one recently published study put it, laughter might actually be good medicine, and for patients on dialysis a little humor can go a long way.
Patient: Doctor, I keep seeing visions of the future.
Doctor: When did this start?
Patient: Next Tuesday.
Happy International Joke Day from your Innovative Renal Care Team.

Source- The effects of laughter therapy on depression symptoms in patients undergoing center hemodialysis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32844575/

06/29/2026

“Exposure to very high temperatures during the summer can be more than uncomfortable, it can be dangerous, especially for those with compromised kidney function,” said Dr. Kirk Campbell, President at the National Kidney Foundation. Patients can be more vulnerable to dehydration and heat-related illness when temperatures climb. That does not mean staying locked inside all summer. It’s simple to practice a few summer heat safety precautions, such as staying out of peak heat hours, keeping cool when you can, and following your fluid plan carefully. Talk with your care team about how hot weather might affect your specific situation and summer plans. Learn more from the National Kidney Foundation: https://www.kidney.org/press-room/summer-kidney-health-tips-risk-individuals

06/26/2026

Staying sharp, staying connected, and finding moments of real enjoyment between treatments matters just as much as any lab result. A fun friendly game, like bingo can deliver all three. It requires no special skills and no physical exertion, just a dauber and keen focus, which means anyone can play and everyone belongs at the table. Tomorrow is National Bingo Day. Grab a card and enjoy every second of it!

National Bingo Day on June 27 celebrates the classic game of chance and skill. Discover its history, modern twists, and fun ways to play with friends and family.

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to every father in our care and to the families who support them. The people who stand by you through this journey make every treatment and every good day all the more special.
Today is also the first day of summer. The National Kidney Foundation has practical guidance on staying safe in the heat for dads (and moms) managing kidney disease. Talk with your care team about summer precautions that fit your care plan. Learn more:

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06/15/2026

For men managing dialysis to get the most out of your care its important to stay close to your numbers and ask questions at each visit. That level of engagement can make a big difference in how well your care team can support you. Men's Health Month is a good time to check in on the habits that keep you active in your own care. Talk with your care team and learn more here: https://menshealthmonth.org

06/10/2026

Your feedback about your dialysis experience is essential, and there is still time to share it! The ICH CAHPS survey is ongoing, and every response helps shape how dialysis care is measured and improved at centers across the country. If you are selected to participate, the survey will be conducted by Press Ganey via mail or phone call from 574-309-9553. It takes just a few minutes, and your answers make a real difference.