Through the Looking Glass is an empathy program created by an administrator struggling to jump-start culture change in her residential care community. This unique program challenges staff to put themselves in the shoes of the residents, by having staff simulate a diagnosis and live alongside residents.
Older adults in long-term care Although many behaviors exhibited by older adults can be challenging, the situation in which behavior…
Download this handy infographic that compares and contrasts elder abuse, bullying, nonbullying behaviors, and challenging behaviors. Read the book! Bullying…
Even if you have swallowing challenges, eating foods you enjoy can lead to improved nutrition, desired body weight, and overall…
In long-term care, institution-directed dining is the old route. Steer your community in a new direction with self-directed dining. This infographic gives you…
Created by an administrator struggling to jump-start culture change in her care community, Through the Looking Glass is a unique program that changes staff attitudes and teaches the importance of person-centered care practices by placing staff directly in the shoes of residents—with remarkable results. Here, program creator Leslie Pedtke tells the story of Leah, a CNA who participated in the program, who had to wear a body alarm,, and the weight of the lessons the experience taught her.
We know you’re committed to falls prevention in your care community. Use this educational poster to increase staff awareness of simple falls prevention strategies.
Download this graphic The Essential Falls Management Series By Rein Tideiksaar, Ph.D. Copyright © 2010 by Health Professions Press, Inc….
Bullying among older adults in senior care settings is a serious issue that continues to grow. Little research has been…
Environmental interventions and modifications may require approval and/or funding to implement. When requesting funding from a supervisor or the administrator of…