WCO Blog

As a visiting nurse working Baylor weekends, I am literally “on the go” from 7 am to 7 pm every Saturday and Sunday. I’ve done my share of sitting in fast food drive-thru lines while triaging patients on my cellphone. And yes, I am guilty of eating while driving (thankfully, I no longer drive a […]

A recent survey, conducted by Identigene, shows that nearly half of adults in the United States plan to make a major life change in 2014. These changes range from buying a new house, having a new baby, paternity testing, getting married, or contemplating a divorce. Understandably enough, 90% of individuals who are planning a major […]

To be an effective Nursing Assistant, you must have excellent communication skills. You will be communicating throughout your daily activities with patients, their family and friends, and an array of medical staff. You will work directly with the Nursing staff. This will be a very important area to develop strong relationships in. You will also […]

When someone showed Stephanie Gumina a Canadian video featuring seniors singing Carly Rae Jepsen’s pop hit “Call Me Maybe” last year, she thought residents of the Belvedere of Westlake in Ohio, where she is program director, would enjoy participating in a similar activity.“My residents are very animated,” she told me. “Just because you’re a senior […]

Low self-esteem can negatively affect virtually every facet of your life, including your relationships, your job and your health. But you can take steps to boost your self-esteem, even if you’ve been harboring a poor opinion of yourself since childhood. Start with these four steps. Step 1: Identify troubling conditions or situations Think about the […]

What can you do to make an impact this Earth Day, April 22 and beyond? Going green at your assisted or independent living home is a great start to saving the planet. This can mean investing in energy-saving fluorescent bulbs, growing a self-sustaining garden, or simply planting flowers outdoors. For seniors, the latter may hold […]

Your mouth is connected to the rest of your body. Did you know that your oral health can offer clues about your overall health — or that problems in your mouth can affect the rest of your body? Your mouth is connected to the rest of your body. To understand how the mouth can affect […]

Eating “local,” courtesy of regional farms, suppliers, and nearby farmer’s markets has been one of the biggest recent movements in the food industry. It’s not unusual to see which local beef farmer provided the steak on your restaurant menu. Much like the organic and natural food trends, accessing local food sources has become more affordable, […]

World Health Day is celebrated on 7 April every year to mark the anniversary of the founding of WHO in 1948. Each year a theme is selected that highlights a priority area of public health. The Day provides an opportunity for individuals in every community to get involved in activities that can lead to better […]

Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University recently discovered that seniors who regularly volunteer decrease their blood pressure by 40 percent!  The study’s lead author Rodlescia S. Sneed said, “As people get older, social transitions like retirement, bereavement and the departure of children from the home often leave older adults with fewer natural opportunities for social interaction. […]

Congratulations, Haley D.!  Haley is our March Tuition Reimbursement Winner for Kansas!  She will be getting a check from us soon. You could be next! “I am a sophomore at Fort Hays State University. I need a job while in college and my sister recommended me to take classes through you as she did. . […]

Congratulations, Laura N.!  Laura is our February Tuition Reimbursement Winner for South Dakota!  They will be getting a check from us soon. You could be next! “I have been married for 38 years to my wonderful husband; we have 2 fur babies, Sadie and Sarge. I have been working in health care for 14 years […]