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Just in time for Valentine’s Day comes this heartwarming story from the Today show. Lifelong friends tie the knot at age 91. Love knows no bounds!   Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

As the demand for assisted living and elder care rises, so does the need for end of life and hospice care. There are many crossovers between assisted living and hospice care, and this means there are many opportunities for career growth and changes. This overview, just over a year old, paints a very optimistic picture […]

If you’ve worked in health care for any length of time, you know how important it is to prevent the spread of germs and disease. This is particularly crucial in a hospital or care setting where you have individuals with weakened or compromised immune systems. Along with preventing things like the common cold, routine cleaning […]

Big news from We Care Online: we now have a forum available to all current and former students. It’s at https://wecareonlineclasses.com/forum.html and only takes a moment to register. Here you can check for the latest news about classes and events, and talk with your fellow students about your coursework, your job, or anything else that […]

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and this holiday of love and sentiment is the perfect time to do something special for the elderly in your care. While most families make a special effort to visit their loved ones over the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, Valentine’s Day is generally reserved for couples. This can […]

2011 was a great year for We Care Online and we’d love to give you a behind-the-scenes peek at what made it so special. For starters, over 2,000 health care professionals trusted us with their learning and continuing education needs. While the majority of students are based in Kansas, we have students in almost every […]

Here’s something everyone can appreciate: a tour of some of the most scenic and exciting places in the world in five minutes. Whether you need a few moments of quiet time, or want something fun and exotic to share with your residents, this short video has it all. See the world without leaving your desk!

You know the opinions and culture in your own workplace, but have you ever wondered what employees in other long term care facilities are saying about their workplaces? The 2011 Nursing Home Survey on Patient Safety Culture: 2011 User Comparative Database Report sheds some light on things.  While it’s not representative of the entire scope […]

You know the opinions and culture in your own workplace, but have you ever wondered what employees in other long term care facilities are saying about their workplaces? The 2011 Nursing Home Survey on Patient Safety Culture: 2011 User Comparative Database Report sheds some light on things.  While it’s not representative of the entire scope […]

Everyone knows it’s a good idea to make exercise a part of your daily routine, but finding the time or energy can be tough. Here’s some great motivation, if you need it: a new study indicates that getting at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise five times a week can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s […]

Everyone knows it’s a good idea to make exercise a part of your daily routine, but finding the time or energy can be tough. Here’s some great motivation, if you need it: a new study indicates that getting at least 30 minutes of moderate exercise five times a week can reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s […]

Every day we’re bombarded with numbers and statistics about the world’s population, but it can be hard to make sense of it all. This short video boils it down to an easy to understand summary by showing how things would look if the world were made up of 100 people in a village. I found […]