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
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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
Listening with the Heart _Partner SpotlightListening with the Heart _Partner Spotlight
As a proud partner of NALTCV, the Validation Training Institute embodies our shared belief in the power of empathy, respect, and authentic connection with older adults. We’re honored to feature
This Memorial Day, Visit a VeteranThis Memorial Day, Visit a Veteran
This Memorial Day, remember the veterans living in long-term care communities—many of whom are isolated and forgotten. Learn how one hour a week as a companion volunteer can honor their
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
A New Year, A New CommitmentA New Year, A New Commitment
While so much in our world feels uncertain, one thing remains certain: we need each other. The people living in our long-term care communities need us. While I don’t have
My Conversation with ClarenceMy Conversation with Clarence
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
Why Volunteers are the Best Investment You are Not MakingWhy Volunteers are the Best Investment You are Not Making
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
“Reflecting on What I’ve Heard”“Reflecting on What I’ve Heard”
My hope is that this post stirs something deep within you...