It is a stressful time and the daily blasts and news for long-term care is reportedly not all that positive. While staying current and taking in all of the news about the pressures for the industry now and among the regulations and citations to come is important and critical to learn from the experience ofContinue reading “Keeping Perspective Amid the Changing Long-Term Care News”
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Thanksgiving: A Time to Offer Appreciation for Long-Term Care Staff
According to the song, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” but for some it is not necessarily true of the holiday season. The holidays present a number of challenges for many – never enough time, multiple food requests, family pressures, scheduling, and of course cleaning, shopping and cooking. Kicking off the holiday seasonContinue reading “Thanksgiving: A Time to Offer Appreciation for Long-Term Care Staff”
Delightful or Dreadful? Holidays for Long-Term Care Leadership
I’ve said it before, and believe it is worth repeating. Holidays can present a unique challenge for long-term care leadership teams. As the Fourth of July holiday is approaching, the country prepares for celebrations, picnics, cookouts, and fun with family and friends. As a long-term care leader, are you exited for the celebration, or areContinue reading “Delightful or Dreadful? Holidays for Long-Term Care Leadership”
Stress, Negativity and Alzheimer’s – Happy New Year!
The start of a new year often brings promises that “this year” you are going to take better care of yourself, relax, eat healthy foods, and eliminate stress. All of this is good given everything we know about health habits and stress. And the results of a recent study gives us even more incentive toContinue reading “Stress, Negativity and Alzheimer’s – Happy New Year!”
Easing the Hustle and Bustle of the Holidays for Our Aging Population
The holidays are a time of year when we strive to create happy memories. We take joy in organizing events for family and friends, socializing, exchanging gifts, and enjoying the company of those we love. Yet as our relatives age we may need to adjust our plans and expectations by taking into consideration the changesContinue reading “Easing the Hustle and Bustle of the Holidays for Our Aging Population”
Helping Staff Cope During The Holidays
In a perfect world, we would all approach December with great anticipation, thinking of that Norman Rockwell Christmas gathering, the opening of beautiful gifts surrounded by a loving family, all followed by a picture-perfect holiday dinner. No doubt, we all strive to provide a meaningful and memorable holiday season for ourselves and our families. OurContinue reading “Helping Staff Cope During The Holidays”
Be Sensitive to the Desires of Seniors at the Holidays
We take joy in organizing events for family and friends, socializing, exchanging gifts, and enjoying the company of those we love. Yet as our relatives age, we may need to adjust our plans and expectations by taking into consideration the changes that come with aging. My latest monthly column for Gannett Newspapers is entitled, “BeContinue reading “Be Sensitive to the Desires of Seniors at the Holidays”
The Holiday Season…not always merry and bright
Those of us who work in healthcare dedicate ourselves to serving others – patients, colleagues, staff, and families. For years we have observed – and experienced – the stress that December and the holidays bring to those with whom we work. Outside of work, there is often so much to do, and so little time.Continue reading “The Holiday Season…not always merry and bright”
Dementia Care Expertise for Health Care Providers 