From Genesis to Revelation: Nursing home helps break Bible-reading record one book at a time
By
Kimberly Marselas
May 09, 2018
Virginia nursing home resident Nancy Macy had already read the Bible in its entirety three times, but she’d sent her well-worn King James home with family and thought she might not spend time with...
Lightening the mood: Provider creates sing-along video to spread COVID-19 safety
By
Danielle Brown
Mar 12, 2020
Singing to the tune of “If You’re Happy and You Know It,” one provider is using a music video to help raise public awareness on how providers can prevent the spread of COVID-19 in its facilities.
Nursing home residents pose for ‘back to school’ pictures
By
Danielle Brown
Aug 27, 2019
Whether it’s walking or simply enjoying every moment, nursing home residents in Mentor, OH, were excited as school children to share their goals on social media.
Program aims to provide 1,000 gifts to nursing home residents
By
Danielle Brown
Nov 06, 2019
A West Virginia-based nursing home is looking to provide thousands of presents to residents this holiday season through its annual gift giving program.
Residents, staff members raise $145K for employee disaster fund
By
Danielle Brown
May 14, 2020
The coronavirus pandemic has left millions of workers without jobs and significantly reduced wages for many. Residents at a Florida long-term care community are working to ensure that their staff members...
Oklahoma town celebrates oldest living resident for 112th birthday
By
Danielle Brown
Aug 25, 2021
Community members across Guthrie, OK, stopped for a moment last week to celebrate the birthday of the state’s oldest resident on record.
Hundreds of face shields donated to Ohio SNF
By
Danielle Brown
Aug 06, 2020
An Ohio skilled nursing facility received hundreds of much-needed pieces of personal protective equipment thanks to a donation from the Ford Motor Co.
Food for the soul: SNF hosts 20th annual Soul Food Fest for residents, community
By
Danielle Brown
Mar 05, 2020
Staff members at an Oklahoma City skilled nursing facility recently showed their appreciation for residents and community members by serving them big helpings of food for the soul.
Oohs and Oz: First party in 18 months is a Toto success
By
Danielle Brown
Sep 02, 2021
Nursing home residents took a special trip down the Yellow Brick Road to celebrate their first party with family and visitors in more than 18 months.
Video of police chief singing at nursing home goes viral
By
Danielle Brown
Aug 21, 2019
A police chief has garnered thousands of views on social media thanks to a video of him singing to a group of residents at a skilled nursing facility.