Wellness directors confronted with a decision whether to adopt computerized brain fitness programs designed to combat cognitive decline are faced with two critical questions. First, do these programs work?...
Engaging residents with the Montessori Inspired Lifestyle
By
Cameron Camp, Ph.D.
Charles de Vilmorin
Sep 27, 2023
The Montessori Inspired Lifestyle is, first and foremost, a person-centered approach to life. Based on the fundamental human values of respect, dignity, equality and trust it can be applied to any setting...
A new perspective on wound care in LTC
By
David Navazio
Apr 18, 2023
True, residents in long-term facilities do get wounds — even though we all work very hard to make sure they don’t — but we’d rather not talk about the subject.
Is the clock ticking on faxed orders?
By
Nicholas Magers, R.D.
Jan 15, 2021
After two years spent developing and launching a service to assist prescribers and long-term care pharmacies complete controlled substance orders using a mobile device, I was surprised to hear the response,...
Understanding IoT in long-term care
By
Emily Walters
Jun 28, 2017
An Accenture study shows that 73%of healthcare executives believe IoT is poised to create disruptive change within the next generation. Long-term care is one area that has already been touched by the digital...
How does engagement measure up?
By
Charles de Vilmorin
May 19, 2017
In our role as providers serving our residents, we are tasked to address their needs and desires in the most person-centered way. Making sure we take into account who they are and where they are cognitively...
Patient safety improves with preventative technology
By
Johanna Zandstra
Oct 04, 2016
Every person who comes in to our communities comes with unique risks — his or her own combination of medical history, conditions and medications.
Eliminating odor within healthcare facilities
By
Greg Snoddy
Sep 09, 2016
A safe, simple, and environmentally conscious approach to eliminating healthcare malodors
The emotional side of healing
By
and Jenna Zark
Kristy Wikum
Jun 24, 2016
While the body is almost magical in its ability to heal and recover lost ground, the mind and emotions can sometimes hold us back. Building inner strength, while building up physical abilities is an important...
Letting the light in: The impact on rehabilitation
By
Hope Miller
Feb 05, 2015
Believe it or not, looks do matter — at least when it comes to rehabilitation centers. The look and feel of a patient’s environment has a clearly established effect on how quickly and how well...