“A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him.”
~ David Brinkley
Some of my best ideas and closest relationships have come from adversity. It is in managing those “bricks” that shows what we are capable of. Sometimes the best solution follows a big challenge. Embrace the struggles thrown your way, because it can be the beginning of your next big idea!
~ Amy
Happiness is not the absence of problems; it’s the ability to deal with them.’
~ Steve Maraboli
Sometimes the things that cause us the most strain, often become the most beloved parts of our life. As a parent, this could not be more true. The inaugural edition of Puget Sound was truly a labor of love, but offered many challenges since we did not yet have a full time person on staff to focus exclusively on the new guide. BUT- the Puget Sound edition broke every goal we had for our growth, made us appreciate our current staff more, and helped us find our newest team member, Dale. We could not be more happy, proud, or grateful.
~ Amy
“Your Gifts are not about you, Your Leadership is not about you, Your Purpose is not about you. A life of significance is about serving those who need your gifts, your leadership and your purpose.”
~ K Hall
Do you give freely of your talents and your time, or do you sit on the sidelines? Or do you only share your talents with those who can help you in return? To be significant and relevant, share your talents and grace with all those you can – especially those you find challenging (they probably need it most) .
~ Amy
“If you’re interested, you’ll do what’s convenient; If you’re committed, you’ll do whatever it takes.”
~ John Assaraf
Are you doing what’s convenient, or whatever it takes? A person with a strong will is someone who can dig deep down and do whatever it takes to get things into motion. In order to grow and expand you must always step out of your comfort zone and into uncertainty. Take action and be committed in all you do.
~ Amy
“Never trade what you want in the moment for what you want the most”
~ unknown
Sometimes I lose sight of long term goals and benefits, because I get distracted by short term gains or struggles. I may not stick with the diet because I wanted the chocolate; or I get frustrated with an individual and may lose sight of the larger relationship with the overall company. Stay focused on the bigger picture and your long term goals- it matters more to win the war, not the battle.
~ Amy
The less specific you are about what you order. The more likely you are to get what you asked for.
~ our waiter “Jerry” from a family dinner
Is it because you are too picky and looking for something to be wrong OR because you are easy going and easy to appease? Traveling in the third world, you would walk in and ask “do you have food?” Here we enter a 5 star restaurant and need to edit, add and remove ingredients from the creation of a professional after we chose to enter their domain.
~ Amy and mostly Lyman
The care provided by licensed nurses is often essential for achieving these goals. A nurse on-site 24 hours a day on every day of the week can save lives and decrease visits to the emergency room.
Assisted living and memory care communities are designed to promote aging in place by supporting independence and quality of life.
The care provided by licensed nurses is often essential for achieving these goals. A nurse on-site 24 hours a day on every day of the week can save lives and decrease visits to the emergency room.
The role of a licensed nurse is diverse and includes such responsibilities as providing comprehensive nursing assessments, medication management, care planning, educating and training, monitoring sensitive healthcare markers, and developing interventions to preserve resident safety and dignity. They often serve as healthcare liaison – coordinating care between a resident, the resident’s physician, the resident’s family, and
care staff.
Licensed nurses are professionally trained to know first-hand the nuances of personal care and to know how best to monitor, assess and intervene when changes in residents behavior, routine or condition occur. With 24-hour licensed nursing on-site, a resident will get prompt attention if there is a medical problem.
When medical needs in the elderly are assessed early, treatment can be started promptly and serious health crises are often avoided. Additionally, the scope of practice for a licensed nurse versus a med-tech or med-aid allows them to quickly process physician orders over the telephone and implement immediately rather than waiting for the signed physician orders to arrive. As a result, residents receive treatment earlier and can return back to a healthier state. It also gives the community an opportunity to evaluate falls before sending a resident to an emergency room, possibly preventing an unnecessary emergency room visit. This collaboration and communication between the physician and nurse allows for a quick resolution to immediate medical needs.
As the state of Washington does not require 24/7 on-site nursing, only some communities offer the comprehensive service. When researching an assisted living or memory care community for your loved one, the following questions are helpful in determining the extent of nursing care the community offers:
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PACE helps seniors maintain independence and health for as long as possible by combining medical coverage with long-term care and social services.
Providence ElderPlace is part of the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), a federally recognized program with over 100 sites operating in 31 states. PACE helps seniors maintain independence and health for as long as possible by combining medical coverage with long-term care and social services.
Long-term Care and In-home Services
Through our contracted partners, you will receive long-term services where you live, be it at home, in a living facility or an adult care home. Services include assistance with personal grooming, housekeeping, medication management, meal preparation and more.
Medical Care
All necessary medical services are covered. This includes doctor visits, hospital and surgical care, medications, medical equipment and supplies as well as physical, occupational and speech therapies.
Social Services
From the care of licensed social workers to the life enrichment activities at our centers, participants receive ongoing social support, enabling each individual to function at the highest possible level of social and emotional wellness.
Program Cost
All services are covered without hidden fees or co-payments. Medicaid covers Medicaid-eligible participants. For those who do not qualify for Medicaid, the ElderPlace premium matches the Medicaid rate.
To see our current locations, visit us at www.providence.org/elderplace
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