As an Activity Director, it can be a challenge to come up with new and interesting activities for your residents. Activities are always a popular topic in the Activity Director class discussion board and many...
Job hunting is hard work, and when you're choosing a career path and not just a temporary position, it can be even worse. There are so many unknowns. How can you possibly know what positions...
photo credit: Shane KempToday is the first day of spring. It's a time to look forward to warmer temperatures and the end of cold, gray days. It's also a great time to get organized and...
photo credit: Sarah AckermanWhile most assisted living residents aren't housebound, many are unable to travel very far from their homes. Exotic vacations are a thing of the past. Luckily, with a little planning and an...
cc licensed ( BY NC ND ) flickr photo by m.a.xWe've all seen this person at work: the sourpuss. The complainer. The "bad case of the Mondays". A little negativity can spread like wildfire and...
Does your facility have any resident pets? If not, have you thought about adding a cat, dog, or even birds or fish to the community? This video from ourparents.com is a quick look at things...
One of our most popular classes is the introductory Certified Nursing Assistant class. Many students use it as a stepping stone to further education (often as a Registered Nurse), but many choose to build their...
