Category: companion volunteers

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

Reflecting on 30-Plus Years of Long-Term Care Visits As the year draws to a close, I find myself thinking about the many, many stories and encounters I’ve had over the

In today’s long-term care landscape, every decision must serve the bottom-line. Commenting on how frequently he’s pitched buying new technology a CEO said, “They’re not telling what the return on

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“The emotional pain I feel is far greater than any physical pain that I feel.” I will never forget hearing this. I had asked a woman in a nursing home

Introduction Implementing a successful volunteer program in long-term care communities can significantly enhance the quality of life for residents, bringing fresh energy, companionship, and a sense of connection to the

Strong volunteer programs can significantly impact the revenues and census of skilled nursing communities by enhancing the overall quality of care and the community’s perception of the nursing home. Strong

Not Just a Book In the heartwarming embrace of Lucy Walsh’s newly published work, ‘Remember Me As HUMAN,’ we find not just a book, but a beacon of light on