WCO Blog

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 careers as CNAs. It’s a challenging, but rewarding, job and this video does a great job of shedding some light […]

We’ve all heard that we should drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day to maintain proper hydration, but how many of us really take the time to measure our fluid intake? It can be even worse for residents in nursing homes and managed care facilities. Many residents are on multiple medications, and these can […]

Now that internet access is available to almost everyone, many people turn to online resources for information and advice. But many more still prefer to get their information from books and turn to their local libraries for help. An innovate program at one Arizona library is taking this service to the next level. They have […]

This year’s Mardi Gras fell on Tuesday, the 21st. Mardi Gras is celebrated around the world, but most famously in Brazil’s Carnival and New Orleans’s series of parades and parties. It’s a chance for people to indulge before entering the Christian Lenten season, a time of reflection and fasting. While the heavy indulgence and wild […]

U.S. News & World Report just released their list of the best nursing homes in the U.S.— did your facility make the cut? Over 15,500 facilities were evaluated for this report, and of those, only 39 scored high enough to be considered the best of the best. While the list focuses on the best facilities […]

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!