Imagine losing your home, belongings, friends, and routine over the course of 24 hours. For the 174 residents of Northview Village, this became a reality. December 15th, 2023, began in confusion and turned into chaos. That morning, staff realized their paychecks had not been deposited. As the day crept into the afternoon, the paychecks never…
Read MoreCelebrating Women’s History Month 2024
March is a special time dedicated to honoring and celebrating the remarkable contributions of women throughout history. Women’s History Month is an opportunity to recognize the strength, resilience, and achievements of women who have paved the way for progress and equity. As we embark on this month-long journey of reflection and celebration, VOYCE is considering…
Read MoreWise Consumer Health Care: How Do I Know if a Website is Trustworthy?
How do I know if a website is trustworthy? The advent of technology has provided opportunities for individuals to share and learn massive amounts of information in a matter of seconds, but how can we ensure that this information is reliable, mainly when it involves our own health? We have all seen offers and advertisements…
Read MoreSaving Lives One Drop at a Time
January is National Blood Donor Month January is not just the start of a new year; it’s also a time for giving, gratitude, and saving lives. It’s the month when we celebrate National Blood Donor Month. This month holds a special meaning for millions of people around the world. It helps raise awareness about the…
Read MoreYou Are Not Alone: 5 Ways to Feel Supported as a Family Caregiver of Older Adults
November is National Family Caregivers Month (NFCM), a time dedicated to acknowledging and supporting those providing care to family members. Of the 53 million family caregivers in the U.S., many of them are providing support for older adults. Whether it be an aging parent, spouse, or loved one, the changing dynamics and increased commitment that…
Read MoreResidents’ Rights Month 2023: Amplify Residents’ Voices
Residents’ Rights Month is an event celebrated annually in October to honor all residents living in long-term care communities. The theme of the year 2023 – Amplify Our Voices – emphasizes a community of long-term care residents coming together to make their voices heard. Nursing home residents have rights guaranteed by the 1987 Federal Nursing Home Reform…
Read MoreProposed Federal Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care
On September 1, 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM), which aims to establish minimum staffing standards to address the safety and quality concerns for the 1.4 million residents receiving care in Medicaid and Medicare certified long-term care (LTC) facilities. As written in the summary…
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