Residents enjoy ‘garden’ of mental, physical health benefits
By
Amy Novotney
Jun 01, 2022
Residents and chefs at Belmont Village Senior Living communities are growing, harvesting and preparing fresh herbs, vegetables and fruits for healthy, delicious meals. Find out more, and learn how to submit...
Master of all trades not slowing down anytime soon
By
Amy Novotney
May 25, 2022
Atria Almaden resident Pui Tsang recently was interviewed by Good Morning America. Learn more, and find out how to submit your photos!
Stitching for adventure
By
Amy Novotney
May 04, 2022
Last month, 95-year-old master quilter Rose Fraden’s designs were on display at the Peninsula Regent life plan community. Find out more, and learn how to submit your photos!
Cupboards of Care
By
Caroline Szachnowski
Nov 10, 2021
Resident Carol Kulick purchasing fresh fruits and vegetables at her local grocery store. Food insecurity is an issue for many low-income seniors. That’s why HumanGood, the sixth largest not-for-profit...
Peer-to-Peer: Libertana closes the staffing gap with education and technology
By
Diane Eastabrook
Oct 11, 2021
In the midst of an ongoing pandemic, Libertana took a moment to celebrate last month.
Staying in tune
By
Caroline Szachnowski
Oct 06, 2021
At Salmon Health and Retirement, Northborough, MA, residents recently turned up the music during a “Name that Tune” activity in partnership with Eversound, a provider of resident engagement solutions...
Peer-to-Peer: Help at Home adds value with HealthyMatch program
By
Diane Eastabrook
Oct 05, 2021
As more care moves into the home, keeping seniors healthy and safe is paramount for both providers and payers.
Tips for caregivers during Mental Health Screening Month
By
Caroline Szachnowski
Oct 04, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on caregivers. Work and personal stress and fatigue have resulted in another crisis in the United States — one related to mental exhaustion. Just last week, a study...
When it comes to understanding slips, don’t fall for the myths, home care expert says
By
Caroline Szachnowski
Sep 27, 2021
Many people dismiss falls as a normal part of aging. That couldn’t be further from the truth, according to Stephanie Wierzbicka, manager of strategic health programs at ComForCare, an Illinois-based...
Scholarship, started during pandemic, offers a way to say thank you to employees
By
Liza Berger
Sep 20, 2021
“Education is very important to us and we find it as a pathway to advancement,” said Matthew Istrin, business technology analyst for Libertana Home Health based in Los Angeles.