The Silver Lining of the Pandemic
Covid-19 had long-term, lasting effects on nursing homes and assisted living facilities. While it had effects on many obvious things, including safety protocols, social distancing problem solving, and many other short-term fixes, it also had many other ripple effects....
What Are We Doing to Help Caregivers Feel Valued?
Caregivers are the backbone and most vital element in short-term and long-term care facilities. Hiring and maintaining compassionate, competent, and well-trained staff is imperative in each skilled nursing, assisted living, and rehabilitation center or facility....
Building the Good for Seniors
Senior care facilities are home to a large percentage of our nation’s older adults. Home goes beyond a roof over their head and a few meals a day. Senior care facilities strive to provide belonging, support, relationships, and purpose to seniors in their care....
Understanding the Perspective of the Resident
In the senior healthcare world, it is crucial to understand the perspective of the resident (or patient). Once a care provider understands the world and experiences of the resident, they can help improve their quality of life. Care providers can strive to understand...
Increasing Occupancy in the Wake of the Pandemic
As the COVID-19 vaccine is more widely available, there has been a "nearly 99 percent decline in new COVID-19 cases among nursing home residents." Seniors and healthcare workers were among the first groups to get vaccinated, and because of this, the clinical crisis is...
The Importance of Culture in Health Care Facilities
Through the last year and a half, as we have fought through Covid-19, the importance of having a positive company culture has been driven home at nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Through the pandemic, areas of "company culture" that needed improvement...
May Super Food –Raspberries
Raspberries are one of the world’s most consumed berries, and it’s no wonder since they’re naturally sweet and juicy. They can range in color from the popular red and black varieties to purple, yellow, or golden. Each color of berry has a unique composition of...
April is Gardening Month -Time To Get Busy!
Nothing says springtime more than the new sprouts and shoots of a garden. April just happens to be National Garden Month, so gather up those plants and get your hands in the dirt! Many gardeners have spent the winter months dreaming and planning this year’s crop....
5 Senior-Friendly Gadgets That Will Help Them Maintain Independence
One of the most challenging issues that people face is the ability to maintain their independence throughout their later years. When given a choice, most prefer to age-in-place, staying in their own homes where they are most comfortable and familiar. However, physical...
April Superfood – Strawberries
Many people view superfoods as exotic fruits and vegetables from far and distant places. But, foods don’t have to be exotic to be super. Strawberries are some of the best fruits you can eat, but what makes strawberries so great? The red fruits that you’ve likely been...