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Best Boss in Franklin County

Brittany Hartman — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 16:09:29 GMT

A Special Section of the Mount Vernon Optic-Herald

E-mail: optic@mt-vernon.com-Thursday.July 29, 2010

Best boss

The Best Boss in Franklin County in 2010, according to the
readers of the Mount Vernon Optic-Herald is Mike Jordan.
That distinction is quite remarkable when you claim approximately
11,000 employees, of which approximately 300
are based in Franklin County.
"It is easy to be a good boss when you have such great
people working for you," Mr. Jordan said. "When you have
as many long term employees as we have, everything works
smoothly."
Mr. Jordan graduated from Mount Vernon High School in
1965. He earned his bachelors in business administration from
East Texas State University in 1970. He was in the office equipment
business in the Dallas area until 1979 when he returned
to Mount Vernon to help with the family business.
His parents, Joe and Jean Jordan, began Jordan Health Services
in 1975 as part of a pilot program for the State of Texas
to try and keep people out of .
nursing homes. "The economy
was bad in 1975. People needed
jobs, and others needed care,"
Mr. Jordan said. At that time,
the company provided service
to five counties.
Mr. Jordan bought Mission
Manor Nursing Horne from his
parents in 1979. They originally
opened the facility in 1969.
In 2000, Mr. Jordan and his
siblings, Dale and Mickey, purchased
the Jordan Health Services
from their parents. Mike Jordan
Jordan became the sole owner
of the business in 2005, and doubled the size of the company
in April 2006 with the purchase of Chartwell Horne Health.
Today, Jordan Health Services provides care from Beaumont
up into Oklahoma and from Fort Worth and Waco to all over
East Texas. As well as providing home health care, the company
operates four nursing homes and four assisted living centers.
Mr. Jordan and his wife, Janet, have been married for 39
years. They have two children. Josh and his wife, Kayce, live in
Mount Vernon with their children Emerson and Kate. Julianne
and her husband, Jason Evans, live in the Dallas area with their
children Gillis and Jordan.
In his spare time, Mr. Jordan likes to shoot skeet and hunt
and fish, but he is finding that much of that time is now being
spent with his grandchildren.
- Susan Reeves '10

Jordan For a Cause

Brittany Hartman — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:08:35 GMT

For the past six months the Jordan Mount Vernon office has been helping to raise money for Relay for Life. With the support of Jordan and its community, the JHS Relay team was able to raise a whopping $3,266.21! Fifteen team members were involved in the fundraiser, but a few non-team members participated in the walk the night of the relay as well. Relay for Life, which began in the 1980’s, is a worldwide movement to end cancer. The money raised during this event will help the American Cancer Society save many lives and Jordan is excited to be a part of such a wonderful experience.

About Jordan Health Services:
Jordan is an industry leader and prominent provider of home health services to both Medicare and Medicaid eligible patients, servicing the citizens of Texas since 1975. The company also services Miller County in Arkansas. Jordan is licensed to provide home care services by both the State of Texas and State of Arkansas. Jordan is continuing to expand its services through acquisitions and internal growth

2010 Consumers Choice Award

Brittany Hartman — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 13:23:44 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – June 15, 2010

Contact: Susan Stell, Chief Operations Officer
Jordan Health Services
214-725-0844
sstell@jhsi.com

Jordan Health Services Receives 2010 Consumer Choice Award

Addison, Texas — June 15, 2010 — Jordan Health Services is the excited new recipient of the Dallas-Fort Worth 2010 Consumers’ Choice Award in the Home Health Care category.

In its fifth successful year in the DFW area, Consumers’ Choice Award recipients were identified through a comprehensive and objective survey recently conducted by Survey Sampling International, a global leader in consumer polling.

Only one other Home Health company received an award in this category.

According to Susan Stell, Chief Operations Officer, "Jordan's team of professionals in the Dallas metroplex ensure individuals in need of nursing and therapy are able to receive care in their own home. We are very proud of our team!” In 2009, Jordan received Home Care Elite recognition, a national award placing the agency in the top 25% of some 10,000 agencies in the U.S. based on patient satisfaction and outcomes.

About Jordan: Our mission is to be”…the leading healthcare provider by providing quality, ethical, cost-effective care delivered by the most qualified, best trained professionals working in a rewarding family-oriented environment.”

Founded in 1975, Jordan Health Services is an industry leader and prominent provider of home health services to both Medicare and Medicaid eligible patients in Texas. The company also services Miller County in Arkansas. Jordan is licensed to provide home care services by both the State of Texas and State of Arkansas. Jordan is continuing to expand its services through acquisitions and internal growth.

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Living Well With Diabetes

Brittany Hartman — Mon, 03 May 2010 16:39:00 GMT

What would you do if your doctor said you had diabetes? It’s a familiar problem. Thousands of individuals, just like you, are diagnosed with having high blood sugar levels every year. Statistics say, over 12.2 million of all people age 60 and older have diabetes. It remains one of the leading causes of death in America and is the leading cause of new cases of blindness each year.
What is diabetes and who gets it? Diabetes is a chronic progressive disease that occurs when the body cannot produce or respond to insulin in the correct way. If left untreated, this can result in diabetic complications and death. But there is good news! People with diabetes can make changes to control the disease and lower the likelihood of complications.
If you’re not sure what to do next, Jordan Health Services could be your answer. Jordan’s Living Well with Diabetes program is a comprehensive program designed to teach the diabetic patient how to manage this complicated disease. Our team of nurses will teach you on the importance of ... Meds, Meals, and Moves. Within the first 90-days, you will be on your way to controlling your blood sugars and feeling better!
Meds
Medication management is an important part of controlling your blood sugar. Whether you’re taking pills or insulin, Jordan can teach you when and how to use these medications correctly. Scared of learning to give your own insulin shot? Our nursing team is here to guide and support you.
Meals
Diabetes does not prevent you from enjoying the foods you still love, but it is important to maintain a balanced diet to stay healthy. It is also important for a person with diabetes not to skip meals. This will prevent your blood sugar levels from getting too low. As a participant in the Living Well with Diabetes program, you will learn how to count carbs and plan meals. Our in home one-on-one teaching gives you the tools you need to live a healthy normal life with diabetes.
Moves
While exercise is important to everyone, it is even more vital for people with diabetes. This can mean anything from gardening to taking a short walk. Exercise will make living with diabetes more manageable. You will learn how to exercise safely and achieve your goal of a healthier lifestyle.
Taking care of your diabetes is also important in preventing other health complications that diabetes can cause over time. Without proper care, high blood sugars can lead to problems with your eyes, nerves, kidneys, gums and teeth, and heart. By working with Jordan’s health care team you can safely reduce your risk of further health problems.
Diabetes is a serious disease, but you don’t have to let it control your life. You have a lot to live for and lots of memories to make. Let Jordan provide in-home health care so you won’t miss a moment! If you have Medicare and qualify for home health, Jordan could be the answer you’ve been looking for. Please contact us at 1-800-64-NURSE (1-800-646-8773) for a free consultation.

Jordan Announces Newest Living Well Program

Brittany Hartman — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:31:00 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 20, 2010

Contact:Susan Stell, Chief Operations Officer
Jordan Health Services
214-725-0844
sstell@jhsi.com

Jordan Health Services Announces New Living Well Program

Mount Vernon, Texas — April 20, 2010 — Jordan Health Services announced the newest addition to its Living Well disease management programs. Living Well with Diabetes is a comprehensive program designed to teach the diabetic patient how to manage this complicated disease.

“I am confident with the rollout of Jordan’s newest clinical program, we are going to be able to impact our patients in a very positive way and help them take control of their disease,” said Susan Stell, the Company’s Chief Operations Officer.

Patients Learn Vital Care Information
As a patient you will learn how to use Meds Meals and Moves; basic concept that teach patients the importance of medication management, carb counting and meal planning, as well as safe exercise. Jordan’s Living Well with Diabetes program will also prepare the patient for things like blood glucose monitoring, foot care, insulin administration, and more.

Diabetes Educator
Jordan is also excited to introduce Frankie Washburn, RN, CDE, COS-C. Frankie is a certified Diabetic Educator with 20 years experience in home care. She is just one part of a caring team of qualified clinicians at Jordan Health Services who are ready to assist in the management of diabetes.

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Administrative Professionals Day

Brittany Hartman — Fri, 23 Apr 2010 20:12:44 GMT

Today is Administrative Professionals Day. Mike and I wanted to take just a few minutes to thank you for your dedication and support to our company. What you do each day does have a direct impact on our clients and patients. As a employees of Jordan you play a vital part at supporting the field staff so that they can provide exceptional care to our clients and patients.

Happy Administrative Professionals Day!

Mike and Roy

Jordan Healthcare workers donate to Jasper Share

Story and photo compliments of KJAS radio station. — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 20:09:20 GMT

The employees of Jordan Health Services at 714 West Gibson Street joined together on Tuesday and presented the Jasper Share group with a large collection of food for the needy.

The items were collected over the last few days by the employees of Jordan as a way of helping the community.

Accepting the food was Jasper City Councilman Randy Sayers, who is a longtime volunteer and board member of Jasper Share.

Jordan Health Services is a company offering home health and other services that has been in business since 1975.

Left to right; Staci Vanveckhoven, Jennifer Cooper, Pam Phelps, Mechelle Frederick, Shay Dozier, Betty Allen, Jennifer Gobert, and Randy Sayers. Photo by Mike Lout.

Greenville Open House

Brittany Hartman — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:46:17 GMT

Jordan is excited to announce our newest office location for the Greenville office. They recently celebrated their move at the open house Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Over 35 people attended the open house ceremony in Greenville, including some Jordan staff. The staff had been in their previous location for five years and has been looking for a new location since they had several break-ins in their previous office. They had been looking for several months before deciding on this space. The new location allows all the staff to be in one location, so the space is better utilized.

“The staff loves their new office. It’s clean, dry, and they feel safer, after having several break-ins in the old office,” said Frankie Washburn, DON.

Jordan has been in business for over 35 years and is becoming one of the largest home health company’s in Texas. They are excited about the new location and the changes it will bring.

About Jordan Health Services:
Jordan is an industry leader and prominent provider of home health services to both Medicare and Medicaid eligible patients, servicing the citizens of Texas since 1975. The company also services Miller County in Arkansas. Jordan is licensed to provide home care services by both the State of Texas and State of Arkansas. Jordan is continuing to expand its services through acquisitions and internal growth.

American Heart Month

Jordan Health Services — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:40:45 GMT

Since 1963 congress has required that the president name February “American Heart Month”, to encourage people to join the battle against heart diseases. In an effort to create awareness, last Friday was National Wear Red Day. Jordan employees showed their support by wearing red to work.

Below are some of our participants!

Arlington CCS & Pediatrics

Mt. Pleasant Pediatrics

San Antonio CCSLeft to right: Dora Sandoval, Keamber Barton, Nettie Karosi, Rebecca Negrete, Carla Yeates, and Jackie Neff

Jordan Selected to Participate in National OASIS-C Best Practice Project

Jordan Health Services — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:40:01 GMT

Jordan is pleased to announce Lisa North, Director of Clinical Services, has been selected to participate in a National OASIS-C Project sponsored by Delta Health Technologies and co-sponsored by the National Association for Home Care and Fazzi Associates. She was appointed to the National Steering Committee which is made up of key clinical representatives from each region of the country and nearly 100 clinicians representing every state. This group will meet in a National Expert Design Forum in Chicago on November 10th and 11th.

The Expert Design Forum will be a highly interactive session that will run from 2:00 PM to nearly midnight on the first day and from 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM on the second. The goal of the National Forum is to generate best practices, strategies, tips, etc. to help clinicians more accurately complete the new OASIS-C form. The final report and recommendations will be available at no cost to all agencies in the country by the third week in December.

Lisa provides clinical support to all Jordan business lines. She is a proven leader and clinical expert in the Medicare home care arena which has led to her selection to participate in this nationwide project. Jordan is honored to have her represent the entire organization.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Jordan Health Services — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 14:30:14 GMT

"October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Last Thursday Jordan employees showed their support for this important cause, by wearing Pink to the office."

Employees from left to right: Brenda Hammond, Meredith Reed, Tiffany Wade, Bobbie Dove, Farris Wilkerson, Sherry Arnet, Jewella Cooper, Rebekah Gregory & Anida Reed

Employees from left to right: Mitzi Cameron & Patti Shoemake

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - 2009 HomeCare Elite

Jordan Health Services — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 15:17:05 GMT

Contact:
Susan Stell, Chief Operations Officer
Jordan Health Services
903-537-8717
sstell@jhsi.com

Jordan Health Services Named to 2009 HomeCare Elite as a Top Home Health Care Provider

Mount Vernon, Texas, October 21, 2009 — Jordan Health Services today announced that it has been named to the 2009 HomeCare Elite™, a compilation of the top-performing home health agencies in the United States. This annual review identifies the top 25 percent of agencies and further highlights the top 100 and top 500 agencies overall. Winners are ranked by an analysis of performance measures in quality outcomes, quality improvement, and financial performance.

“The 2009 HomeCare Elite winners demonstrate a commitment to providing their patients with the best possible care while performing at the highest level,” said Nancy Buller, senior director of marketing communications at OCS HomeCare. "We congratulate Jordan on being one of the top home care agencies in the country."

Jordan’s Roy Serpa, CEO, credits a dedicated team of clinical and non-clinical employees and a focus on quality service delivery with the company’s ability to rank as one of the HomeCare Elite. He said, Jordan has been providing home care services in Texas for over 34 years. We have never been more proud of our home care team. We are especially proud that many of our locations have been named to the HomeCare Elite listing in both 2008 & 2009.”

“DecisionHealth would like to congratulate the top HomeCare Elite agencies that achieved excellent clinical and financial outcomes by providing quality care to their patients,” adds Marci Heydt, executive editor of DecisionHealth’s Home Health Line.

The 2009 HomeCare Elite is the only performance recognition of its kind in the home health industry. The 2009 HomeCare Elite is brought to the industry by OCS HomeCare, the leading provider of homecare information, and DecisionHealth, publisher of homecare’s most respected independent newsletter Home Health Line. The data used for this analysis was compiled from publicly available information. The entire list of the 2009 HomeCare Elite agencies can be viewed by visiting the OCS Web site at www.ocshomecare.com.

About Jordan Health Services
Jordan is an industry leader and prominent provider of home health services to both Medicare and Medicaid eligible patients, servicing the citizens of Texas since 1975. The company also services Miller County in Arkansas. Jordan is licensed to provide home care services by both the State of Texas and State of Arkansas. Jordan is continuing to expand its services through acquisitions and internal growth.

About OCS HomeCare
OCS HomeCare empowers home health and hospice organizations with results-driven data intelligence, plus the largest and most accurate homecare database in the industry. Homecare providers, payers, associations, government agencies, vendors, and consultants all turn to OCS to elevate decision-making, raise the bar on results, and bring home positive outcomes. For more information about OCS HomeCare, please visit www.ocshomecare.com or call 888.325.3396.

About DecisionHealth®
For more than 30 years, DecisionHealth has served as the industry's leading source for news, analysis and instructional guidance with cutting edge information sources such as Part B News, Home Health Line, Medicare Compliance Alert, Inside the Joint Commission and Specialty Coders Pink Sheets. Our unique blend of award-winning, on-staff journalists and unmatched access to health care executives, providers, healthcare organization managers and their revenue-cycle staffs enables us to provide solutions, tools and guidance that’s relied on by nearly 100,000 home health care and specialty physician practice professionals. For more information, please visit www.DecisionHealth.com or call 877.602.3835.

Celebrating 34 Years in Business

Jordan Health Services — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:14:51 GMT

We would like to say a heartfelt “thank you” to the citizens of Texas for allowing Jordan to serve your home care needs since 1975. With nearly 13,000 employees, Jordan services literally thousands of Medicare and Medicaid recipients every day. Thank you for helping us to reach this milestone. At Jordan, our philosophy is simple … “Home care is what we do, compassion and caring is who we are.”

Living Well with Heart Failure

Brittany L. Hartman — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:20:19 GMT

Jordan is excited to announce the first of its kind LIVING WELL clinical programs. “Living Well with Heart Failure” is a comprehensive home care program designed to improve the lives of those with Congestive Heart Failure. Congestive Heart Failure is the most common reason for hospitalization among adults over age 65. The HEART FAILURE program is designed to improve patient outcomes, while decreasing hospitalizations and/or visits to the Emergency Room.

Each patient who qualifies for this program will be provided with useful tools to improve the quality of life for those patients with heart failure, including scales to monitor sudden weight gain, a nutritional guide, device to monitor daily blood pressure, and additional educational information to be used by the nursing and therapy clinical team. During the program a comprehensive plan is developed with the patient, caregivers, and physician to meet the needs of the patient with heart failure.

Benefits of the program include:

Fewer hospitalizations and trips to Emergency Room
Longer intervals between hospitalizations
Improved self management
One on one education in your home
Multi-disciplinary approach

Jordan Participates in Teague Relay For Life

Brittany L. Hartman — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:16:10 GMT

On Friday, May 1, Jordan Health Services was a proud participant in the Teague Relay for Life. The Teague office consisted of two enthusiastic teams, the Jordan Health Junkies and the Jordan Kids. The Jordan Health Junkies consisted of Jordan employees and the Jordan Kids were children of these employees. Fundraisers were held throughout the year to raise money for this advantageous cause. Events included garage sales, hamburger supper, poker tournament, a bounce house, and more.

With the hard work of the Jordan employees and the Teague community, the Jordan teams were able to raise $9,654.15 with a total amount for Teague Relay for Life of $76,544.02, in a town with a population of only 5,000. Jordan is excited to support such a great cause and looks forward to working with the community to raise even more money next year.

Jordan Arlington Open House

Brittany L. Hartman — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:21:33 GMT

Last week Jordan Health Services held a Ribbon Cutting event for the opening of the new Arlington office. They have been working hard since November of last year to make the move to this new location. The Jordan staff had been in the old location since June 2006 and they are thrilled to be in the new office. Over 32 people, including staff attended this exciting event. Guests at the open house were provided with additional information about Jordan as well as refreshments and prize giveaways. Jordan is a rapidly becoming one of the largest home health company’s in Texas and is excited to announce this new location.

JHS Provides Important Funding to Community

Brittany L. Hartman — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:23:12 GMT

Three years ago Jordan Health Services donated funds for the replacement of 13 automated external defibrillators (AEDs). AEDs are used by police officers and fire & rescue personnel if they happen upon an emergency where a person’s heart may have stopped. These AEDs are particularly valuable in rural communities where an ambulance may take longer to reach the patient and render aid. When the sheriff’s department received the notice that they had to replace the units carried in the Mount Vernon and Franklin County law enforcement patrol vehicles, Chief Deputy, Richard Alexander contacted JHS. JHS supports the community and is always willing to donate where there is a need, so they were excited to hear about this opportunity. In March 2009, Chief Deputy Richard Alexander and Sheriff Paul Fletcher accepted a check for $500 from JHS representatives Dana Pine and Melanie Matkin for the battery cost.

Franklin County Receives Nursing Educational Grant

Brittany L. Hartman — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:26:01 GMT

Jordan Health Services is pleased to announce it will receive an educational grant which will allow Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) to receive training to receive a Registered Nurse (RN) degree. This is the first grant of its kind awarded in Franklin County. Judy Mabry, Assistant Human Resources Director for Jordan Health Services, has been working with the National Education Alliance and Rue Education on gaining approval for this program for some time.

According to Ms. Mabry, “Rue provides these nurses with a convenient online training environment that makes it easier on their lifestyles. It’s a great opportunity for each LVN!”

Out of the 38 candidates for this program, 10 LVNs were chosen based on job performance and seniority with Jordan. These participants will complete an 18-24 month program involving online courses, nursing classes, and clinical practicum. Once each LVN has completed the RN training, they will go on to take the RN State Board examination.

Jordan is excited about the possibilities this plan will provide to its LVNs who are looking to expand their education. It will allow Jordan to develop its existing nursing staff and put us on the road to becoming a more successful company.

Jordan Goes Green

Jordan Health Services — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:27:37 GMT

Jordan Health Services recognizes it plays a role in protecting our environment. Below are a few actions our team has undertaken to do our part:

Use of electronic medical records for patients receiving Home Health Services thus decreasing the use of paper products
Use of handheld computers, called PDAs (personal digital assistants) for both documentation of daily activities and internal communication, whenever possible
Continued decrease in the use of desktop computers which can create a challenge at the time of replacement
Use of technology in day-to-day business operations in an effort to decrease the use of paper:
- On-line employment applications
- On-line patient referrals
- Electronic posting of internal policies & procedures
- Electronic posting of company data such as financial statements, internal requests, human resource documents, etc.
- Electronic storage of critical company records, whenever allowed by regulation
As electronic equipment is upgraded, Jordan searches for the most cost-effective, power-efficient products to reduce electricity consumption
Conservative use of electricity during non-business hours
Whenever feasible, Jordan donates used electronic equipment to the local community, such as schools, rather than discarding in local landfills
Computer based training for clinical and non-clinical team members decreases the need for large amounts of document reproduction
Purchase of recycled paper products such as copy paper
Proper planning when scheduling in-home visits to ensure minimal miles driven, thus conserving the use of gasoline
Leasing of company-vehicles that meet or exceed 30 miles per gallon of gasoline
Using energy-saving settings on computer equipment, printers, electronic devices, and powering down these items during non-business hours
Use of computer technology to share and review internal documents onscreen versus printing documents
Saving files in a PDF format to eliminate blank pages in documents that must be printed
Use of technology to submit bills to payers versus the submission & storage of paper bills, when possible
Payment of vendor invoices electronically, when possible
Re-use of shipping boxes and packing materials
Use of telecommuting for employees, when possible, to decrease the need for more office space and associated utilities

Williams honored with Briscoe Award

Jordan Health Services — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 13:26:42 GMT

Jordan Health Services12/18/08
by Steve W Stewart

2008 Briscoe Award recipient Willie Mae Williams accepts the beautiful award from Jordan Health Services CEO Roy Serpa on Thursday. Photo by Steve W Stewart.

Jordan Health Services attendant Willie Mae Williams of San Augustine knew that she had to be at a mandatory meeting in Jasper on Thursday morning. She had no idea that she was to be the subject of the meeting, all that she was worried about was who was going to take care of her patients while she was in Jasper.

Williams' concern for the people that she cares for was just one of the reasons that she was honored with the 2008 Briscoe Award on Thursday in Jasper. Jordan Health Services Chief Executive Officer Roy M. Serpa presented the award to Williams, along with a handy little check just in time for Christmas.

The Briscoe Award was named for Yvonne Briscoe, an attendant who rode her bicycle on a four mile round trip, everyday, in every kind of weather to care for her patients. Briscoe was recognized for her efforts in 2006, and the award was named after her.

Willie Mae Williams has been with Jordan since 1998, and although she has no transportation, she walks 6 miles round trip everyday to care for two patients, and just like the award's namesake, Williams makes that walk in every kind of weather.

Jordan Health Services CEO Roy Serpa describes the Briscoe Award, which was presented to Willie Mae Williams, left, on Thursday. Photo by Steve W Stewart.

In 2007, the award was given to Amanda Green, who also had no transportation, and yet she made her rounds everyday to care for her patients.

Jordan Health Services Ranked Among the Top 25 Percent of Home Health Providers in the Country

Jordan Health Services — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:20:16 GMT

Mount Vernon, Paris, Longview, Tyler, Palestine, Teague, Jasper, Center, Beaumont, Arlington, Texas – November 10, 2008 — Jordan Health Services today announced that it has been named to the 2008 HomeCare Elite, a compilation of the most successful Medicare-certified home health care providers in the United States. This annual review identifies the top 25 percent of agencies, ranked by an analysis of performance measures in quality outcomes, quality improvement and financial performance.

The 2008 HomeCare Elite also indicates those providers who are included in the Top 100 and Top 500 of providers nationwide. The data used for this analysis was compiled from publicly available information.

“The 2008 HomeCare Elite winners exemplify a commitment to providing their patients with optimum care while performing at the highest level,” said Nancy Buller, Senior Director of Marketing Communications at OCS, Inc. "We congratulate Jordan Health Servies on being one of the Top home care agencies in the country."

Jordan’s Chief Executive Officer, Roy Serpa, credits a dedicated team of professionals and experienced home care leaders with the company’s ability to rank as one of the HomeCare Elite. He said, “Jordan is proud of its leadership team and their accomplishments. We are confident this success will continue in the coming years. The medical community can have confidence in the home care services their patients will receive when serviced by our team of dedicated clinicians.”

“DecisionHealth would like to congratulate the top HomeCare Elite agencies that achieved excellent clinical and financial outcomes by providing quality care to their patients,” adds Marci Heydt, Executive Editor of DecisionHealth’s Home Health Line. The 2008 HomeCare Elite is the only performance recognition of its kind in the home health industry. The 2008 HomeCare Elite is brought to the industry by OCS, Inc., the leading provider of healthcare informatics, and DecisionHealth, publisher of home care’s most respected independent newsletter …home health line. The entire list of the 2008 HomeCare Elite agencies can be viewed by visiting the OCS web site at www.ocsys.com/HCE.

About Jordan Health Services

Jordan Health Services is an industry leader and prominent provider of home health services to both Medicare & Medicaid eligible patients serving the citizens of Texas since 1975. Jordan is licensed by the State of Texas and provides skilled home care services, community based alternatives, primary home care, and pediatrics services. Jordan is continuing to expand its services through acquisitions and internal growth.

About OCS, Inc.

OCS is the market leader in healthcare information solutions. By collecting, evaluating and interpreting healthcare information, we empower leaders with data-driven insight that helps optimize mission-critical decision making. OCS combines the richness of the nation’s most comprehensive post-acute data warehouse with cutting-edge analysis tools, consulting services and custom technology solutions. Our information-based solutions facilitate providers, payors, industry analysts, consultants, Federal and state governments, medical products and pharmaceutical companies with advancing their missions using objective, independent information that is not available from other sources. Learn more at www.ocsys.com or call 888.325.3396.

About DecisionHealth

DecisionHealth® serves the clinical, business and regulatory needs of health care practitioners, providers and their administrative staff nationwide, including home health agencies. For more than 20 years, DecisionHealth has served as the industry's leading source for news, analysis and instructional guidance with brand names such as Home Health Line, Home Care Outcomes, the Complete Home Health ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Coding Manual, Private Duty Insider and Diagnosis Coding Pro for Home Health. Our unique blend of award-winning information specialists, in-house journalists and unmatched access to health care executives, providers and their staffs results in news, analysis and solutions that have captured the attention of nearly 100,000 healthcare readers. For more information, please visit www.DecisionHealth.com or call 877.602.3835.

Jordan Ranked Among Top 500 Home Health Providers in the Country

Jordan Health Services — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 14:10:47 GMT

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—November 10, 2008

Contact:

Susan Stell, Vice President

Jordan Health Services

214-725-0844

sstell@jhsi.com

Jordan Health Services Ranked Among Top 500 of Home Health Providers in the Country

Sherman & Greenville, Texas, November 10, 2008— Jordan Health Services today announced that it has been named to the 2008 HomeCare Elite, a compilation of the most successful Medicare-certified home health care providers in the United States. This annual review identifies the Top 500 of agencies, ranked by an analysis of performance measures in quality outcomes, quality improvement and financial performance.

The 2008 HomeCare Elite also indicates those providers who are included in the Top
25 percent and Top 100 of providers nationwide. The data used for this analysis was compiled from publicly available information.

“The 2008 HomeCare Elite winners exemplify a commitment to providing their patients with optimum care while performing at the highest level,” said Nancy Buller, Senior Director of Marketing Communications at OCS, Inc. "We congratulate Jordan on being one of the Top 500 home care agencies in the country."

Jordan’s Chief Executive Officer, Roy Serpa, credits a dedicated team of professionals and experienced home care leaders with the company’s ability to rank as one of the HomeCare Elite. He said, “Jordan is proud of its leadership team and their accomplishments. We are confident this success will continue in the coming years. The medical community can have confidence in the home care services their patients will receive when serviced by our team of dedicated clinicians.”

“DecisionHealth would like to congratulate the top HomeCare Elite agencies that achieved excellent clinical and financial outcomes by providing quality care to their patients,” adds Marci Heydt, Executive Editor of DecisionHealth’s Home Health Line.

The 2008 HomeCare Elite is the only performance recognition of its kind in the home health industry. The 2008 HomeCare Elite is brought to the industry by OCS, Inc., the leading provider of healthcare informatics, and DecisionHealth, publisher of home care’s most respected independent newsletter …home health line. The entire list of the 2008 HomeCare Elite agencies can be viewed by visiting the OCS web site at www.ocsys.com/HCE.

About Jordan Health Services

Jordan Health Services is an industry leader and prominent provider of home health services to both Medicare & Medicaid eligible patients serving the citizens of Texas since 1975. Jordan is licensed by the State of Texas and provides skilled home care services, community based alternatives, primary home care, and pediatrics services. Jordan is continuing to expand its services through acquisitions and internal growth.

About OCS, Inc.

OCS is the market leader in healthcare information solutions. By collecting, evaluating and interpreting healthcare information, we empower leaders with data-driven insight that helps optimize mission-critical decision making. OCS combines the richness of the nation’s most comprehensive post-acute data warehouse with cutting-edge analysis tools, consulting services and custom technology solutions. Our information-based solutions facilitate providers, payors, industry analysts, consultants, Federal and state governments, medical products and pharmaceutical companies with advancing their missions using objective, independent information that is not available from other sources. Learn more at www.ocsys.com or call 888.325.3396.

About Decision Health

DecisionHealth^® serves the clinical, business and regulatory needs of health care practitioners, providers and their administrative staff nationwide, including home health agencies. For more than 20 years, DecisionHealth has served as the industry's leading source for news, analysis and instructional guidance with brand names such as Home Health Line, Home Care Outcomes, the Complete Home Health ICD-9-CM Diagnosis Coding Manual, Private Duty Insider and Diagnosis Coding Pro for Home Health. Our unique blend of award-winning information specialists, in-house journalists and unmatched access to health care executives, providers and their staffs results in news, analysis and solutions that have captured the attention of nearly 100,000 healthcare readers. For more information, please visit www.DecisionHealth.com or call 877.602.3835.

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Jordan Health Services Acquires CareLink at Home to expand Medicare Services to the Dallas/ Ft. Wort

Jordan Health Services — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:15:54 GMT

Mount Vernon, Texas – April 1, 2008 - Jordan Health Services, one of the largest providers of comprehensive home health services in the state of Texas, announced today that it has completed its acquisition of CareLink at Home located in Dallas, Texas.

Jordan Health Services is led by Mike Jordan as Chairman and Roy Serpa as Chief Executive Officer. “We have had the privilege of caring for thousands of families, generation after generation, over the past 33 years,” said Mike Jordan. The acquisition of CareLink at Home expands Jordan Health Services’ Medicare operations into the Dallas/Ft-Worth metroplex and serves to fill a niche market missing in the organization’s growth strategy.

In January 2008, Jordan Health Services acquired Home Health Specialties of Tarrant County which serves Medicare, Medicaid and Pediatric patients for the Tarrant and surrounding counties. “To be a full service home health care agency, we must provide both Medicare and Medicaid services in each of our services areas. With the acquisition of CareLink at Home, we accomplish this goal as Medicare recipients in Collin and Dallas county now have another option for quality care at home.” said Roy Serpa, CEO Jordan Health Services.

The acquisition of CareLink at Home was funded by CIT Healthcare, LLC (www.cit.com). Jordan Health Services, and CIT Healthcare have partnered on past acquisitions and look forward to both a long-term relationship and future planned acquisitions.

About Jordan Health Services - Based in Mount Vernon, Texas, and founded in 1975, Jordan Health Services provides home health services, including personal care, home management and skilled nursing, to Medcaid and/or Medicare eligible patients throughout the entire state of Texas. With over 12,000 employees in 28 locations serving thousands of clients, Jordan Health Services is one of the largest home healthcare providers in the state of Texas.

About CareLink at Home - CareLink at Home serves over 1,000 patients annually and provides skilled nursing and therapy services. Their offices are located at 3220 Oak Grove Avenue in Dallas, Texas.

Jordan Health Services’ mission statement to be “…the leading healthcare provider by providing quality, ethical, cost-effective care delivered by the most qualified, best-trained professionals working in a rewarding family-oriented environment” closely matches the mission of CareLink at Home. Ultimately, both organizations are working towards the same goal which is to provide quality care to the patients that trust us with their home health needs. For more information on Jordan Health Services please visit us at www.jhsi.com.

Financial and Investor Contact:
Pete Stein, Partner
Trinity Hunt Partners
214.777.6602 (office)
214.545.5248 (fax)
pstein@trinityhunt.com

Chartwell Home Care acquired by Jordan Health Services, Inc.

Jordan Health Services — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:18:28 GMT

Chartwell Home Care, (CHC) a leading provider of in-home care services, is proud to announce it has become a wholly owned subsidiary of Jordan Health Services, Inc. (JHSI), based in Mount Vernon, Tx.

“We are excited to bring Chartwell into the Jordan Health Services family.” says Roy Serpa, CEO of JHSI. “By assimilating Chartwell into JHSI and combining our complementary strengths, we are well positioned to provide the highest level of care to our patients and create greater value for the medical communities we serve.”

“The purchase of Chartwell firmly establishes Jordan as a state-wide provider of in-home Medicaid and Medicare services.” says Mike Jordan, Chairman of JHSI. “When we started 1975, our goal was to provide quality home health services in our home markets of East Texas. For the past 32 years, we have had the privilege of caring for thousands of families and with the addition of Chartwell, we can continue this tradition state-wide.”

In connection with the acquisition, JHSI has partnered with Trinity Hunt Partners, a Dallas based private equity firm affiliated with the Lamar Hunt family, to accomplish its longer-term goals. According to Pete Stein, a Partner at Trinity Hunt, “The management team at JHSI has earned an industry-leading reputation for quality patient care. This acquisition positions JHSI to meet the increasing demands for high quality, professional, and cost effective home healthcare within the entire state of Texas.”

With the purchase of Chartwell, Jordan Health Services will operate 29 office locations from its Mount Vernon headquarters, with more than 11,000 employees delivering services to over 15,000 clients in over 200 counties in Texas.

Trinity Hunt Partners Announces Investment in Jordan Healthcare and Concurrent Acquisition of Chartw

Jordan Health Services — Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:18:55 GMT

Dallas – March 31, 2007 – Trinity Hunt Partners has invested approximately $16.0 million in Mount Vernon, Texas based Jordan Healthcare in support of its purchase of Chartwell Home Care, a leading provider of in-home Medicaid services in Texas. The acquisition of Chartwell, based in Dallas, Texas, firmly establishes Jordan Healthcare as a leading regional provider of Medicaid and Medicare home care services for over 15,000 clients/patients throughout Texas. The combined company will be led by Mike Jordan as Chairman and Roy Serpa as Chief Executive Officer.

Founded in 1975, Jordan Healthcare provides home health services to both Medicare and Medicaid eligible patients throughout 55 counties in East Texas and Arkansas. With approximately 6,300 employees, Jordan Healthcare is one of the largest home healthcare providers in the state. The Company provides home care services including personal care, home management, and skilled nursing.

Also founded in 1975, Chartwell Home Care provides home health services to Medicaid eligible patients throughout Texas. Chartwell’s 5,900 employees currently serve the Company’s patients through its 10 licensed offices in Abilene, Arlington, Corpus Christi, Del Rio, Edinburg, Jasper, Laredo, Pasadena, Round Rock and San Antonio.

“Mike Jordan, Roy Serpa, and their team at Jordan Healthcare have earned an industry-leading reputation for quality patient care,” said Pete Stein, a Partner at Trinity Hunt. “This transaction positions the Company to meet the increasing demands for high quality, professional, and cost effective home healthcare within the entire state of Texas.”

Regarding the future plans of the Company, Roy Serpa commented, “The mission of Jordan Healthcare is to be the leading provider of quality, ethical and cost-effective healthcare delivered by the most qualified and best-trained staff. This acquisition and our partnership with Trinity Hunt Partners supports this mission by creating a platform from which we can continue to grow and become better care providers to the people we serve.” Mike Jordan also commented, “We have had the privilege of caring for thousands of families, generation after generation, over the past 32 years. Now with the purchase of Chartwell, we can continue this tradition state-wide.”