When older adults are asked what truly matters to them, the answers are strikingly consistent — across time, geography, and context. They talk about people. About connection. About meaning. A
Category: Community Engagement
Op-Ed in the Philadelphia Inquirer: Why Companion Volunteers MatterOp-Ed in the Philadelphia Inquirer: Why Companion Volunteers Matter
Originally published in the Philadelphia Inquirer on June 29, 2025, this op-ed highlights a critical issue: nearly half of the 1.5 million people living in long-term care communities never receive
Bringing Purposeful Entertainment to People Living with DementiaBringing Purposeful Entertainment to People Living with Dementia
An Interview with Bill Uniowski, Startup Co-Founder and CEO of Zinnia TV Paul: I just wanted to, first of all, thank you for doing this. And I think it’s really
Why Volunteer Tech Matters: A Conversation with Vome’s Ron SegevWhy Volunteer Tech Matters: A Conversation with Vome’s Ron Segev
“Volunteers are not ‘a nice to have.’ They’re an essential part of the delivery of care.” In this wide-ranging conversation, NALTCV founder Paul Falkowski sits down with Ron Segev, Co-Founder of
Let’s Call It What It IsLet’s Call It What It Is
Let’s call it… People living in long-term care communities are being left behind. They’re surrounded by machines, medications, and schedules—but not people. Not their people. Nearly half the people living
Building New Bridges Overcoming FearBuilding New Bridges Overcoming Fear
Overcoming hesitations in visiting the local long-term care community . Introduction It’s no longer a surprise to learn that loneliness is a pervasive issue among the people living in long-term
Embracing Long-Term Care Companionship 2023 and BeyondEmbracing Long-Term Care Companionship 2023 and Beyond
Reflecting on 2023 and Looking Forward to 2024 – Embarking on a transformative journey through Long-Term Care Companionship 2023 and beyond, we reflect on the past, embrace the present, and
“Cultivating Connection: The Key to Combatting Loneliness in Long-Term Care”“Cultivating Connection: The Key to Combatting Loneliness in Long-Term Care”
5 Reasons a Robust Volunteer Initiative is Vital for Long-Term Care Communities ____________________________________________________________________________________ Introduction: It is encouraging to see the number of authors who are posting articles addressing the issues
The Season of Family, Friends & GivingThe Season of Family, Friends & Giving
Why we need more companions in long-term care As the leaves turn brilliant shades of red, orange, and gold, and the air becomes crisper with each passing day, we find