Reader Poll: What’s something you wish people outside of the industry knew about long-term care?
Apr 04, 2016
“I think the thing I would like folks to know is there’s always a battle to get rid of the stereotypes. The people I work with are very intent on putting their heart and care into what they...
Reader Poll: “What would you like to accomplish in the next decade?”
Jul 04, 2016
“In the next decade it does not appear that a cure for Alzheimer’s disease will be found.”
Reader poll: “How do you make your staff smile?”
Sep 05, 2018
Reader poll: “How do you make your staff smile?”
Reader poll: What do you do to unwind after a long shift at your facility?
Jun 08, 2018
“I go home and I walk my black lab, Luke. He’s very happy to see me and usually after a long day at work, most people aren’t always that friendly to you, as the boss. But, no, when you go...
Reader poll: What have you stopped doing since starting in long-term care?
Feb 04, 2016
“I no longer get old. I work with people 80, 90, 100 years old that are young at heart. It teaches you that you can have a vibrant and young perspective no matter what your age.”
Reader Poll: Who was your most memorable resident?
Jul 01, 2011
“(Gerdy) was an 87-year-old retired grade school teacher. While her physical condition was weakened, her mind was sharp. She loved to play Scrabble and we would play several times a week. She always...
Reader Poll: What non-work project are you working on in your spare time?
Nov 05, 2015
“One of my most favorite projects to work on when I’m not at work creating extraordinary experiences for our elders is gardening. I have perennials around my entire home and garage as well...