I had a birthday recently. OK, more than just recently. Tuesday. My long-term care colleagues were kind, supportive and treated me to an exquisite lunch. But the rest I’ve had to deal with on my...
A Stritch in time
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 13, 2014
I have figured out who I want to be at 87, and it’s Elaine Stritch. I realized this after seeing Stritch walk through New York wearing a leopard print coat, tights and big glasses during the new...
Lifestyle and the aging brain
By
Roscoe Nicholson
Jun 01, 2015
There’s a growing body of evidence that shows that we do have some control over protecting ourselves from signs of dementia and cognitive decline—and even the physical damages of Alzheimer’s...
A question of word choice: ‘long-term care’ versus ‘long-term services and supports’
By
Liza Berger
Jan 14, 2010
A new phrase appears to be emerging in the lexicon of long-term care. That phrase is “long-term services and supports.” (Notice the omission of the word “care.”)
It’s time to observe Dependence Day
By
Gary Tetz
Jul 03, 2013
Sure, let’s celebrate the Fourth of July. Gorge ourselves on commemorative carcinogens and empty carbs. Blow stuff up day and night. Do whatever we always do, for as long and as loud as we like....
Coming out old
By
Gary Tetz
Mar 12, 2015
Growing old is a choice. I realize that now. But it took some straight talk from neurosurgeon and likely Republican presidential candidate Ben Carson to help me see the light.
Removing the blinders: Lessons from abroad
By
Shannon McIntyre Hooper
Mar 27, 2013
Sometimes I wonder if it’s human nature – and business nature – to be suspicious of others. To be wary of learning from others because of our “uniqueness.” As businesses,...