In January, I wrote about the importance of adequate nursing home staffing levels. As a geriatrician who has worked in nursing homes for nearly 40 years, I can attest to the importance of the incredible...
Every day is an opportunity to forge relationships
By
Chad Elberson
Feb 08, 2010
Strong relationships are the backbone of the culture change movement.
Take a look in the mirror
By
Karen Craig, RN-C
Dec 10, 2014
I have worked in the aging profession for more than 21 years, have been a registered nurse for more than 40 years and will soon begin my (semi-) retirement. This has led me to do a lot of reflecting on...
Leadership and execution: Keys to culture change
Mar 31, 2014
A student preparing her master’s thesis in healthcare management recently asked me, “Why aren’t more organizations doing The Eden Alternative or something like it?” From the tone...
4 ways to revamp work culture in the new year
By
Eleanor Feldman Barbera, Ph.D.
Jan 02, 2018
Ahhh. A new year. It’s time for a fresh start, the chance to take life in a different direction. Whatever our roles in long-term care, there are steps each of us can take to enhance the way we treat...
Making strides in resident-centered care
By
Justin Margut
Dec 12, 2014
Bethany Village’s Silver Recognition is a significant milestone in the organization’s culture change journey. More importantly, it reassures residents and families that effective policies,...
6 ways to improve dealing with death in LTC
By
Eleanor Feldman Barbera, Ph.D.
Jan 20, 2015
How someone dies is a very important part of the culture of the long-term care organization. Odds are your community can improve its culture in this area.