The most delightful story in politics this week leads us to some great tips for getting to know your co-workers better, and includes a reference to Willie Nelson. What could be better than that?
Work-life balance: I say ‘Boo’
By
Elizabeth Newman
Oct 28, 2016
A few years ago, I threw a fit when the American Assisted Living Nurses Association scheduled its conference during Yom Kippur. I stand by that, but also am sympathetic to how many LeadingAge members and...
What the OIG video leaves out
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 09, 2017
One might be forgiven for watching an Office of Inspector General video discussing nursing homes and wish it were about 10 — or 20 — minutes longer. That’s because the video is under three minutes...
Why the Oklahoma sign law is far from ‘OK’
By
Elizabeth Newman
Dec 16, 2016
Perhaps it’s a sign of growing older when your response to a new government law is not, “That’s horrible!” but rather, “Who is going to pay for that?!” Such was the...
Book these choices: How to pick out a great gift
By
Elizabeth Newman
Dec 09, 2016
With an eye on offering some excellent possible gift recommendations this holiday season, I’d like to make some book recommendations for everyone in your life. The catch is, of course, that all discuss...
Do better on behalf of working mothers
By
Elizabeth Newman
Nov 09, 2018
ong-term care facilities, privacy is often at a premium for residents and employees. But when it comes to nursing mothers, I heard a story recently that made my hair stand on edge.
The high costs of bad health among front line caregivers
By
Elizabeth Newman
Apr 21, 2017
We are what we eat, and there’s a lot of evidence that our nursing home workforce is struggling to be good.
Examining the ‘manel’ in LTC
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 20, 2019
All industries, long-term care included, love panels during conferences. The hope is for a dynamic conversation, one where no one will dominate the discussion and those in the audience will feel engaged.
Tuesdays with Kathy
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 19, 2013
Amour isn’t just a movie about an elderly couple. It also thoughtfully provokes questions about how families interact when confronted with long-term care situations. It also raises questions for...