
It is a stressful time and the daily blasts and news for long-term care is reportedly not all that positive. While staying current and taking in all of the news about the pressures for the industry now and among the…
It is a stressful time and the daily blasts and news for long-term care is reportedly not all that positive. While staying current and taking in all of the news about the pressures for the industry now and among the…
According to the song, “It’s the most wonderful time of the year,” but for some it is not necessarily true of the holiday season. The holidays present a number of challenges for many – never enough time, multiple food requests,…
I’ve said it before, and believe it is worth repeating. Holidays can present a unique challenge for long-term care leadership teams. As the Fourth of July holiday is approaching, the country prepares for celebrations, picnics, cookouts, and fun with family…
The start of a new year often brings promises that “this year” you are going to take better care of yourself, relax, eat healthy foods, and eliminate stress. All of this is good given everything we know about health habits…
The holidays are a time of year when we strive to create happy memories. We take joy in organizing events for family and friends, socializing, exchanging gifts, and enjoying the company of those we love. Yet as our relatives age…
In a perfect world, we would all approach December with great anticipation, thinking of that Norman Rockwell Christmas gathering, the opening of beautiful gifts surrounded by a loving family, all followed by a picture-perfect holiday dinner. No doubt, we all…
We take joy in organizing events for family and friends, socializing, exchanging gifts, and enjoying the company of those we love. Yet as our relatives age, we may need to adjust our plans and expectations by taking into consideration the…
Those of us who work in healthcare dedicate ourselves to serving others – patients, colleagues, staff, and families. For years we have observed – and experienced – the stress that December and the holidays bring to those with whom we…