by Cherie Rowell | Thursday, December 31, 2015 | Culture, Wellness
For most of us, the Holiday season spurs our hope and our expectation that “everything will be okay”. It is a time of reflection, preparing for the future year and resolving past mistakes. What a joy it would be for our resident’s, co-workers and families if we could...
by Cherie Rowell | Thursday, October 29, 2015 | Uncategorized
How we cope with change can provide a good picture about the confidence we have in ourselves and our ability to care for others. Functional Pathways employees are in a unique position to embrace change and make it a functional part of our daily schedules, as we must,...
by Cherie Rowell | Tuesday, September 15, 2015 | Uncategorized
In continuing the discussion on the QAPI process and implementation, it is important to recognize the strengths of the IDT and additional certifications/areas of expertise of facility personnel. This “self-assessment” of the team can be beneficial in assigning roles...
by Cherie Rowell | Friday, August 21, 2015 | Uncategorized
Previously we discussed the 5 elements of the QAPI process. Now, how do we begin to implement this in our facilities and attain optimal care and quality of life for the resident? We must begin by creating a culture change through effective leadership assignment and...
by Cherie Rowell | Monday, July 27, 2015 | Uncategorized
Death and dying have always been a part of our lives as therapists in long term care. Coping with family members and administering care and treatment to our residents at the end of life can be personally challenging. Often when Hospice is called in to manage care near...
