Disclaimer: I know I’m preaching to the choir. But it has to be said, so I’m saying it. I keep hearing defenses against wearing a mask in public. I wear one to protect YOU. I work in a COVID-19 facility...
The unknown world of dementia
By
Chris Perna
Jul 28, 2014
Taking a step back and listening to their words gave us a different perspective. They don’t want to be cared for. They want to live and want others to help them to live the fullest, most meaningful...
Three considerations when implementing a new model
By
Mike King
Nov 09, 2016
This past spring, we at Jewish Senior Life broke ground on a campus transformation project that will redefine home for our elders and revolutionize the way we deliver care.
Incorporating hospitality into long-term care demands blending style with substance
By
Sloan Bentley
Jan 19, 2010
The hospitality industry has a lot of good advice to offer long-term care communities. But it’s important for communities to remember not to sacrifice substance for style.
Bad news, it’s worse than we thought
By
Gary Tetz
Feb 08, 2024
A mere couple of blogs ago, I shared my concern, based on excellent McKnight’s reportage, that seniors are becoming just as addicted to their devices as young people. That seemed shocking, given our...
Why LTC organizations should conduct end-of-life planning conversations
By
Kerry Shannon
Apr 07, 2014
Advance end-of-life planning can spare patients unwanted, aggressive treatments and it can help physicians calibrate care in more reasonable manner.
It’s cool to be kind
By
Julie Thorson
May 24, 2023
Apparently, I’ve reached the age of wearing clothes with words on them being my thing. I’m not sure how this snuck up on me. We have cool logo wear here and we all enjoy wearing T-shirts or sweatshirts...
Exploring passenger van safety
By
Betty Norman
Jun 03, 2015
Fifteen-passenger vans, which many senior living organizations use, are more likely to be involved in a single-vehicle rollover crash than any other type of vehicle.
Creating a ‘Just Culture’
By
Kathleen Mace
May 19, 2015
Defined by the Office of Inspector General as “harm resulting from medical care,” adverse events are imperative for skilled nursing facilities to avoid. This can be achieved by implementing...
Let’s talk about sex
By
Robin Dessel
Aug 07, 2013
Sexual expression should be sanctioned and rightly belongs in residential healthcare settings. Sexual rights should not be subject to change based upon age, place of residence, sexual preference or the...