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You asked for it, and We Care delivers! Starting in January, our Certified Medication Aide classes are expanding to include four new states. If you’re a CNA and want to expand your skills and employment opportunities, this is the class for you. Certified Medication Aides are qualified to do everything a Certified Nurse Aides does, […]

Here’s a cute clip of pets singing “Deck the Halls.” Perfect for spreading some holiday cheer on the job and at home!

In all the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it’s often easy to overlook relatives who live in managed care facilities. This, coupled with the general stress of the holidays, can make it an especially lonely time for residents. Today’s blog is directed more at the friends and families of residents than the caregivers. […]

I came across an interesting article and thought it would appeal to many of our readers. Recent research has shown that, while cognitive skills decline as we age, our emotions can help make up the difference. The article, from Scientific American magazine, can be found here: How Seniors Can Get a Cognitive Boost. It reminds […]

When you work in a facility with many residents, coordinating trips to the library can be a logistical nightmare. How do you keep up with your residents’ need for books? Set up an in-facility lending library! All you need is space for a bookshelf or cart, and some books to get things going. You can […]

If you need any proof of the power of music to charm and delight, just watch this short video. An elderly couple was waiting for an appointment at the Mayo Clinic when they spotted this piano in the lobby. What happened next was pure magic.

In a managed care setting, you have people with various levels of cognitive and physical ability. Because of this, planning holiday activities can be a challenge. Fortunately, there is one thing you can do that has universal appeal: Bring music into your facility. Music can be relaxing, inspirational, and comforting, all at the same time. […]

In this season of cookies and family meals, an often overlooked problem can rear its ugly head: choking hazards. Choking is an all too common problem among the elderly, and with so much emphasis on eating at this time of year, it’s a good time to remind yourself to be vigilant. Many elderly residents have […]

Are you looking for a quick and easy way to keep your certification current? Have you lapsed and need to get re-certified? We Care Online can help! Our Medication Aide Update class requires only 10 hours of online learning and can be completed in the comfort of your own home. No need to spend all […]

Recently, we’ve focused a lot on boosting your career options by improving or increasing your skills. Today I’m going to focus on a more specialized field that’s in hot demand. Many people come to We Care Online to start a career in a nursing home or long term care setting. One of the most common […]

Halloween has come and gone and that means the fall holiday season is in full swing. For most people, the time from Thanksgiving through the new year is a blur. You’re planning meals, shopping for gifts, welcoming relatives from out of town, or traveling to visit family. There are meals to coordinate, events to plan, […]

Work in the healthcare field can be stressful and involve long hours or challenging working conditions, but it is also one of the most personally rewarding jobs. I hear this again and again from Certified Nursing Assistants, Home Health Aides, and others who work directly with the elderly or those needing special assistance. A common […]