Biomedical vs. Experiential Model in Dementia Care (Infographic)

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Hospice: How It Started and What It Has Become

Read the book! The Hospice Team Who We Are and How We Care Edited by Rabbi Dr. Chaim Joseph Wender, F.LBC, and Patricia Ellen Morrison, L.C.S.W. Copyright © 2019 by Health Professions Press, Inc. All rights reserved. This series of 21 essays from 9 disciplines of hospice care will give you an inside look into what hospice truly is and the many ways in which the hospice team cares for those who are approaching the end of life. Learn more…

How to Prevent Hypothermia in Older People

Harsh winter temperatures increase the risk of hypothermia in older people, which puts them in real danger of severe health problems such as heart attacks and kidney damage. When freezing conditions strike, it’s vital to know how to keep older relatives safe from hypothermia and what to do if you notice warning signs of a drop in their body temperature. This is a guest post by Michael Leavy, Managing Director of Home Healthcare Adaptations, a family-run company that specializes in adapting homes for the elderly and less abled. To learn more, visit…

Things to Remember About People with Dementia

Communication Tips for Caregivers

Communicating with people with dementia can seem hard, but it doesn’t have to be! Let these person-centered tips be your guide.

What is Hospice?

Many misconceptions surround hospice care. Here are just a few examples of what hospice is, and how it is distinctive among modern medical disciplines.

Employment Interviewing Federal Guidelines INFOGRAPHIC

Read the book! Becoming an Effective Leader in Healthcare Management The 12 Essential Skills Second Edition By Len Sperry, M.D., Ph.D. Copyright © 2017 by Health Professions Press, Inc. Learn and master the 12 critical interpersonal, financial, and organizational healthcare management skills with this practical guide from a seasoned healthcare manager. Learn more…

5 Steps to Achieve Staff Stability

Read the book! A Long-Term Care Leader’s Guide to High Performance Doing Better Together By Cathie Brady, M.S., David Farrell, M.S.W., L.N.H.A., and Barbara Frank, M.P.A. Copyright © 2018 by Health Professions Press, Inc.  Implement leadership practices and systems for continuous quality improvement in your long-term care organization with this practical guide. Learn more…

Is It Bullying?

Download this handy infographic that compares and contrasts elder abuse, bullying, nonbullying behaviors, and challenging behaviors. Read the book! Bullying Among Older Adults How to Recognize and Address an Unseen Epidemic By Robin P. Bonifas, Ph.D., M.S.W. Copyright © 2016 by Health Professions Press, Inc. Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools to recognize, intervene, and prevent resident-to-resident bullying in elder care. Learn more…

Tips to Lessen Your Risk of Choking

Even if you have swallowing challenges, eating foods you enjoy can lead to improved nutrition, desired body weight, and overall improved quality of life. Use this infographic for quick tips on minimizing your risk of choking. Download PDF Read the book! The Inside Scoop on Informed Choice A Step-by-Step Guide for Personalizing Diets in Long-Term Care By Diane Hall, NHA, RDLDN Copyright © 2018 by Balanced Senior Nutrition Support a person’s right to make personal food choices (while also meeting regulatory guidelines and reducing your liability) with this guide to creating person-centered meal plans…