Food offers more than sustenance for nursing home residents
By
Tina L. Kies
Nov 21, 2018
Gathering together, enjoying a meal with others in a welcoming environment provides a sense of comfort and community that not much else can rival. Fulfillment of the senses, an ease of the mind, and peace...
Connecting generations isn’t an option — it’s a must
By
Tina L. Kies
Jul 16, 2018
As often is the case when I’m hunkered away behind my computer screen for work, my young child is basking in the glory of being our family’s only grandson. With that status comes much pomp...
How we create a homelike environment for rehab patients
By
Tina L. Kies
Mar 06, 2017
The staff at Shuksan provided opportunities for Arlene to feel in control, in a situation where self-reliance lacked.
Practicing gratitude to heal the soul
By
Tina L. Kies
Feb 01, 2017
Wednesday is “gratitude journaling” day at Shuksan and for the next 30 minutes these residents will reflect upon their day and the past week, thinking back on whether there was anything that...
