By Debbie Hommel, ACC/MC/EDU, CTRS The nursing department is the largest department in most care communities. Even though this department has the most staff, their staffing ratios are stretched over 24 hours and seven days a week. Knowing the total care needs of...
National Activity Professional Week – 2024 Innovate Inspire Involve By Debbie Hommel, ACC/MC/EDU, CTRS National Activity Professionals Week, which is January 21st- 27th this year, has always been a week of celebration and acknowledgement of the hard-working...
Home for the Holidays by Debbie Hommel, ACC/MC/EDU, CTRS The holiday season is a festive time of year, with increased activities and excitement. For many this is a special time, stimulating happy memories and anticipation. However, for individuals living with dementia...
Gratitude is a Virtue by Debbie Hommel, ACC/MC/EDU, CTRS Is the glass is half full or half empty? Do you believe the sun will come out tomorrow? Whatever happens, good or bad, can you find the positive in things? Even in your darkest hour, can you find something to...
October is Resident Rights Month: Amplify Our Voices by Debbie Hommel, ACC/MC/EDU, CTRS October is Resident Rights Month which is an annual event introduced by the National Consumer Voice for Quality Long Term Care or the Consumer Voice...
