Interim HealthCare Launches New Documentary Series Focused on Real Patient Stories and Services

Videos Capture Compassion and Dedication Behind Franchise Healthcare Company

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Jan 14, 2011, 01:28 ET

SUNRISE, Fla., Jan. 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- Interim HealthCare, the nation's first and finest healthcare and in-home senior care franchise company, today launched the first of an eight-part documentary series for 2011. Each video in the series captures Interim HealthCare patients, their families and caregivers and highlights many of the company's programs including Living with Heart Failure, Home Care for Joint Replacement Patients and Pediatric Therapy.

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The first video debuting today on Interim HealthCare's YouTube channel www.youtube.com/interimhealthcare and Facebook page www.fb.com/interimhealthcare focuses on the company's support services for l personal care. The remaining seven videos will be launched throughout 2011, posted to the YouTube & Facebook site and distributed to Interim HealthCare franchisees across the country to educate their respective communities on the services they provide.

"By capturing these authentic and personal stories it becomes very clear why our franchisees are immensely committed to helping others," said Kathleen Gilmartin, President and CEO of Interim HealthCare Inc. "These documentaries, which capture emotional challenges and triumphs, truly show that Interim HealthCare is there for families when they need it the most."

The first of the series focuses on personal care and highlights patient Joe Moore who is 100 years old. During the documentary, Moore's daughter praises Interim HealthCare for helping her father stay active, healthy and for giving her and their entire family peace of mind knowing that he is being cared for in a loving and safe environment. Moore also shares personal anecdotes from his childhood, such as riding in his first car, while visuals appear to depict his memories. Viewers will also experience the tremendous bond between Moore and his Care Professional Janice Crane, who started working at Interim HealthCare to pursue her passion for caring for others.

"It was an honor being included in the documentary series," said Janice Crane. "I've been working with Joe Moore for several years now and his uplifting spirit is truly remarkable, and I'm glad we can share his story with the country."

The eight videos, which run in length from four-to-seven minutes, were filmed with actual Interim HealthCare patients and clients.

About Interim HealthCare:

Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare® is the nation's first and finest healthcare franchise organization. Through a comprehensive network of more than 300 independently owned franchise offices, Interim HealthCare franchisees are the largest combined provider of community-based home care and health care staffing services. Interim HealthCare is unique in combining the commitment of local ownership with the support of a national organization that develops innovative programs and quality standards that improve the delivery of service through franchisees that employ more than 75,000 health care workers who serve 50,000 people each day. For more information or to locate an Interim HealthCare office, visit www.interimhealthcare.com.