Kids’ book illustrates ‘unseen’ long-term care conversation for a new generation
By
Josh Henreckson
Apr 17, 2024
Long-term care would not be at the top of most lists of likely childrens’ book topics. But that didn’t stop author Jenny Abeling from vividly portraying the daily lives of residents and care workers...
Half a century and 4 million meals haven’t slowed down this long-term care culinary king
By
Josh Henreckson
Apr 10, 2024
For almost as long as there has been a Buena Vista Care Center in Santa Barbara, CA, Miguel Pulido has been there — making sure the residents of the nursing home are fed and happy.
Nothing sketchy about the way these art classes bring skill, pride and connection to nursing home residents’...
By
Josh Henreckson
Apr 03, 2024
Many might not think of a nursing home as the most likely place to pick up a new art hobby, but the residents of Sanford Health Sylvan Court have been bucking expectations for years.
Sweet deal: Philanthropic honey sales net more than $46,000 for Memphis-area nursing home
By
Foster Stubbs
Mar 25, 2024
What do nursing homes and beehives have in common? More than you might suspect. There is a buzz surrounding The King’s Daughters and Sons Home and it stems from a unique friendship with the beekeepers...
Youth-led art program creates lasting connections with nursing home residents in 5 states
By
Josh Henreckson
Mar 19, 2024
Today’s seniors and young adults may have grown up in completely different eras of music and media, but one growing program is proving that art can be a powerful bridge between generations.
Colorful quilt installation brightens the fabric of long-term care life
By
Josh Henreckson
Mar 13, 2024
What started as a simple idea to add a special touch of decoration for a group of long-term care residents quickly escalated into something much more recently.
80 skilled nursing facilities light up in ravishing red for women’s heart health
By
Foster Stubbs
Mar 05, 2024
National Wear Red Day is meant to be a show of support for women’s cardiovascular health, and this year, 80 communities backed by Marquis Health Consulting Services were seeing red — on staff...
A delicious winter fundraiser sets residents up to enjoy the summer sun
By
Josh Henreckson
Feb 27, 2024
The residents of St. André Health Care are used to enjoying summertime trips to the beach from a distance. But thanks to their whole community coming together, it won’t be long before they can feel...
Manhattan nursing home recreates Black history on their terms
By
Foster Stubbs
Feb 21, 2024
The Washington Heights neighborhood of Upper Manhattan is a bona fide melting pot of cultures. That’s why staff at MJHS Isabella Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care make sure residents have...
Nursing home’s part-time ‘employee’ becomes residents’ best 4-legged friend
By
Josh Henreckson
Feb 14, 2024
It’s not unheard of for nursing homes to bring pets and other animals to visit their residents, but not every facility has a caring canine making the rounds multiple times a week.