“Connection is the energy that exists between people when they feel seen, heard, and valued,” writes author, podcaster and TedTalk star, Brené Brown, Ph.D., LMSW. Studies have linked human connection and social support to well-being and longevity. When people move into a long-term care setting they are worried the connections they have made will fray ...
Long-term care (LTC) facilities have very clear business reasons to require that all staff and residents get vaccinated for COVID-19. Your residents are in the high-risk category for the virus. Nearly 40% of COVID deaths in the U.S. are LTC facility residents. LTC staff have also suffered disproportionately. You and your staff are in close ...