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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Dementia Best Practice Recommendations Focus on Person-Centered Care, Regulatory Compliance and Staff Retention
The National Alzheimer’s Association’s updated their best practice recommendations for person-centered dementia care in 2018 and for the first time included workforce (staff) as a separate and important component/area of concentration. The workforce recommendations, released in the 2018 Dementia Care Practice Recommendations, were created to address person-centered care and mechanisms for the development of aContinue reading “Dementia Best Practice Recommendations Focus on Person-Centered Care, Regulatory Compliance and Staff Retention”
Strategies to Decrease New Hire Turnover in Long-Term Care
In a recent discussion, an Administrator asked about hiring and the rapid turnover often seen in long-term care. Some suggested it was normal, just part of the business and nothing could be done. I say not so! Selecting staff is a process that requires careful attention and a consistent plan. If you are simply fillingContinue reading “Strategies to Decrease New Hire Turnover in Long-Term Care”
Staff Turnover, Person-Centered Care and Regulations
Following my recent article on person-centered care (PCC) regulations, a question asked on my thoughts on the challenges of providing PCC considering the staffing challenges facing the industry. There is no doubt that PCC is much more easily provided when there is a sufficient number of consistent staff. PCC is at its core relationship based,Continue reading “Staff Turnover, Person-Centered Care and Regulations”
Emphasis on Person-Centered Care Citations is Underway
Person-centered care is a well-established philosophy of care incorporating the needs and desires of each person. Providing person-centered care is dependent upon “knowing the person” as a unique, one-of-a-kind individual. This philosophy is not new and should not be a foreign concept for anyone working in healthcare, particularly long-term care. Elements were addressed as farContinue reading “Emphasis on Person-Centered Care Citations is Underway”
Ongoing Education, Communication a Must for Long-Term Care
Establishing a routine, ongoing mechanism for learning and communication serves many purposes in all long-term care environments, including assisted living. Such a program addresses many of the desires employees have indicated are important in the workplace for decades, and at the same time ensures regulatory compliance. Value, Respect and Appreciation Employees indicate a desire forContinue reading “Ongoing Education, Communication a Must for Long-Term Care”
Staff Education and Training – More than Compliance
A recent conversation among long-term care leaders illuminated current beliefs about staff training and education in Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. While one participant asked how many hours of training is necessary for staff to be competent in providing quality memory care, the conversation turned to a discussion about compliance versus education for competent staff. OftenContinue reading “Staff Education and Training – More than Compliance”
Long-Term Care Workforce Issues: Practice Principles for Quality Dementia Care
I was honored to lead the development of the best practice recommendations for creating a person-centered dementia capable long-term care workforce for the new 2018 Dementia Care Practice Recommendations. The National Alzheimer’s Association 2018 Dementia Care Practice Recommendations outline recommendations for quality care practices based on a comprehensive review of current evidence, best practice andContinue reading “Long-Term Care Workforce Issues: Practice Principles for Quality Dementia Care”
Capitol Hill Event for 2018 Dementia Care Practice Recommendations
Susan Gilster was recently a speaker on Capitol Hill as she joined the National Alzheimer’s Association and the nation’s top researchers, interested organizations and members of Congress to discuss ways to improve quality of care and quality of life for those living with dementia. Dr. Gilster was one of 27 experts invited by the NationalContinue reading “Capitol Hill Event for 2018 Dementia Care Practice Recommendations”
Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Shares Regrets To Benefit Others
When I see an interesting title for an article posted on the Alzheimer’s Reading Room or the Huffington Post, I always look further and all too often it is written by Dr. Marie Marley. One such title and article is by Dr. Marley, where she shares with us things she learned as a caregiver ofContinue reading “Alzheimer’s Disease: Caregiver Shares Regrets To Benefit Others”
Dementia Care Expertise for Health Care Providers 