Kara Abdala proves that persistence and creative problem-solving are keys to a well-run operation, especially in a senior living setting.
Meet Jodi Eyigor, Rising Star honoree
By
Chloe Konrad
Jul 08, 2021
Jodi Eyigor watched her classmates sign up to work with all different demographics of people while studying social work. None of them wanted to work with the elderly — at least not with the enthusiasm...
Meet Nadia Williams, Rising Star honoree
By
Emma Baumgartel
Jul 07, 2021
Colleagues recognize Nadia Williams for her dedication and perseverance, and her career shows why.
Meet Leigh Ann Barney, Hall of Honor Inductee
By
Chloe Konrad
Jul 06, 2021
Leigh Ann Barney may have had many inspirations early in life that led her to be a successful caregiver in the long-term care industry, but she gives her mother, father and hometown of Hodgenville, KY,...
Meet Christiana Bonsu, Veteran VIP honoree
By
Emma Baumgartel
Jul 06, 2021
Editor’s Note: McKnight’s Long-Term Care News and McKnight’s Senior Living are profiling the McKnight’s 2021 Women of Distinction honorees daily July 6 through Aug. 6. To see the 2021 McKnight’s...
Clarity, confidence and competence: Leadership through COVID-19 chaos reveals industry’s resilience
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Kimberly Marselas
May 28, 2021
A panel of female executives told McKnight’s this month that the unrelenting challenges of COVID-19 strengthened the resolve of many, proving both the industry and its increasing slate of women leaders...
‘Put some meat on the bone’ to create meaningful diversity programs
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Kimberly Marselas
May 21, 2021
Effective diversity, equity and inclusion in programs must do more than talk about workplace fairness or train employees about bias; they also must actively counter discrimination and promote representation.
Pandemic ‘was like the devil walked through and was invisible’: McKnight’s ‘Distinction’ panelists
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 20, 2021
Operating through the pandemic was like working with a ghost that was impossible to grasp, leading to feelings of failure among senior living and care leaders. But the pandemic also refocused priorities.
NFL players, Senate leader among special guests kicking off Women of Distinction awards ceremony tonight
By
Danielle Brown
May 18, 2021
The McKnight’s two-day celebration honoring women leaders at various stages of their careers in senior living and skilled nursing is finally here!
Celebrate accomplished women in our industry and earn 3 CE credits with their guidance
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 28, 2021
Join us for two days of celebration and inspiration at the virtual McKnight’s Women of Distinction Awards and Forum, May 18 and 19. CE accredited sessions are presented by industry leaders — and this...