Sep 17, 2021
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...
Jun 21, 2021
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...
Apr 8, 2021
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....
Apr 7, 2021
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...
Mar 22, 2021
The demographic and background of the seniors currently residing in post-acute and long-term care facilities is vastly important in providing customized and individualized care. The majority of residents and patients in these facilities are of the baby boomer...
Mar 10, 2021
It’s called “comfort food” for a reason, as some foods evoke happy memories and help relieve stress. But comfort foods are typically energy-dense, high-fat, and sweets, such as chocolate, ice cream, and French fries. They provide pleasure or temporarily make us feel...
