WCO Blog

The holiday season is quickly approaching and that means celebrations of many different kinds will be happening.  Whether you plan to or not, money can be easily spent during this time.  From food to gifts, the cost can quickly add up.  However, if you plan ahead, it doesn’t have to break the bank.  Here are […]

Thankfulness is the feeling you get of appreciation or gratefulness for something.  The act of being thankful is most often remembered during this time of year.  However, it is something that should be practiced all year round.  For many, remembering thankfulness is something that must be practiced and disciplined to occur on a regular basis.  […]

November is known for many significant holidays and occasions as well as it being the last official month of autumn.  From holidays such as Thanksgiving and Veterans Day, to remembrances of the end of WWI and the Gettysburg address.  The month of November also recognizes the following health observances: bladder health, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, […]

Caregivers are an essential role in many people’s lives. Whether caring for a family member or friend, caregiving is provided by over 65 million adults in the United States according to the Caregiver Action Network.  Caregiving is a full-time job for some and a part time job for others.  It can range in responsibility depending […]

Emotional support is something we all need to receive.  Emotional support can include the demonstration of support, concern, encouragement or love for another person.  Often, we provide emotional support to other people, both personal and professional.  There are many different types of emotional support and it can be something that is different from person to […]

In the business world, timeliness refers to when something is expected to be available and when it is actually available.  Timeliness is a very important aspect of providing great clinical care and customer service in the healthcare system.  It demonstrates that you care and respect the person you are caring for and that you prioritize […]

In line with health education week, the month of October also recognizes domestic violence awareness.  Domestic violence is a health education topic that can often be overlooked but is very significant to the health of individuals involved in it.  The National Coalition Against Domestic Violence (NCADV) defines domestic violence as intentional abusive behavior against another […]

In 1995, the Society for Public Health or SOPHE, initiated national health education week.  SOPHE is an organization of health education professionals and students across the world dedicated to promoting healthy behaviors, communities, and environments.  National health education week is celebrated every third week of October and this year it falls on the week of […]

In most areas of work, customer service is crucial, no matter the position you hold.  If you are working with others outside your company, quality customer service is important to obtain and retain your customers.  Within your organization, customer service is also necessary to demonstrate a good example and foster a helpful environment.  In the […]

The month of October is dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer.  Did you know that every year in the United States over 250,000 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed?  Here are some more basic facts about breast cancer to increase your knowledge or to share with others: Breast cancer is a tumor that […]

Hand washing is just as important as ever before, to help prevent the spread of germs. While hand washing is a requirement at any medical facility, many individuals follow the practice on a day-to-day basis at home. One of the ways germs can come in contact with our body is through touching contaminated surfaces. When […]

The month of October is dedicated each year as residents’ rights, which focuses on individuals living in long-term care facilities. A long-term care facility provides services to those who are no longer able to live independently. As a resident of a long-term care facility, there are rights that each individual has while living there. Residents […]