We always have the opportunity to share a “Hello” or “Good morning” or even to sit and enjoy a visit. Relationship building … The opportunity is ours each and every day.
A new idea for hospice
Oct 01, 2010
The dual coverage arrangement for hospice care requires a contract between the Medicare-certified hospice and the nursing home. Such care answers to two separate regulatory systems—for hospice and for...
Make a difference, now!
By
Allen Yearick
Mar 01, 2012
By Allen Yearick, MHA, NHA, AFY Management LTC LLC
Mind your p’s and q’s: good manners in the nursing home
Aug 01, 2010
Of all the considerations in running a successful senior care community, generational differences between our team members and older residents rarely get the attention they deserve.
Having my say: Why best isn’t enough
Oct 01, 2011
William Schaffner, M.D., President, National Foundation for Infectious Diseases
Care like the tire man
By
Gary Tetz
Apr 02, 2012
It wasn’t the worst start I’ve ever had, but it wasn’t good. My wife woke up sick and my dog woke up whining, or maybe it was the other way around. It’s all such a blur.
Give the gift of music
Oct 01, 2010
In my 15 years of experience as a therapeutic musician leading musical sing-along programs for those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, I often see music’s power to unlock memories.
Beyond memory care
By
Judah L. Ronch
May 01, 2013
There has been a trend of late to refer to specialized care of individuals with dementia as “memory care.” I understand the need for a quick, catchy title for a new product or service line...
In sales, it’s about survival
Oct 01, 2008
This is a tough time for many people in the senior housing industry. With sub-prime fiascos, consumer confidence waning and an election up in the air, your customers are in need of some special love and...
Fond memories of John
Jul 01, 2011
Darlene Nice, MSW, LCSW, Director of Social Services, The Lutheran Care at Moorestown, ( NJ)