Thursday, June 4, 2009
Marilyn Daniel's Reward
The Washington Post had a touching story about a direct care worker and her clients. Click here to read the full story.
Monday, June 1, 2009
"Come Care With Me" Days Influence PA Legislators
This video created by PHI Healthcare for Healthcare Workers is provided for informational purposes only. United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley and the Lehigh Valley Chapter of the Direct Care Workers Association does not advocate or lobby for any particular candidates or piece of legislation.
Friday, May 29, 2009
Senior Support Coalition Rally!
A Senior Support Coalition Rally is planned for June 2nd in the East Rotunda of the Capitol Building, Harrisburg. On this day, HB 1152 will also be considered by both the House Aging and Older Adult Committee as well as the Senate Aging and Youth Committee.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 2, 2009
WHAT TIME: 12:00 Noon
They are asking that people arrive no later than 11:40 a.m. Everyone must go through metal detectors. To speed that process, please minimize mental and jewelry. All change will need to be removed from pockets. Bags and purses will be x-rayed.
WHERE: EAST WING ROTUNDA OF THE CAPITOL (lower level)
Commonwealth Avenue (by the Fountain)
UNLOADING: All Busses should unload at the Commonwealth entrance. This is also the handicapped entrance. Those coming by car can enter through the Orvis Building off Walnut Street. (See attached map)
PARKING: Passenger vehicles should park in on of the area parking garages: Forum Place, Strawberry Square. Busses should park at the City Island Lot.
GATHERING: The Coalition has reserved the tables in the East Wing Rotunda.
DEPARTURE: The program will last one hour. Departure time will depend on your groups arrangements.
Feel free to visit your local legislators either before or after the rally.
TIPS: Remember to wear very comfortable flat shoes. Through out the Capitol building cobble stones make walking a little challenging.
We encourage you to bring signs, posters, and noise makers. However, no sticks or posts are permitted.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 2, 2009
WHAT TIME: 12:00 Noon
They are asking that people arrive no later than 11:40 a.m. Everyone must go through metal detectors. To speed that process, please minimize mental and jewelry. All change will need to be removed from pockets. Bags and purses will be x-rayed.
WHERE: EAST WING ROTUNDA OF THE CAPITOL (lower level)
Commonwealth Avenue (by the Fountain)
UNLOADING: All Busses should unload at the Commonwealth entrance. This is also the handicapped entrance. Those coming by car can enter through the Orvis Building off Walnut Street. (See attached map)
PARKING: Passenger vehicles should park in on of the area parking garages: Forum Place, Strawberry Square. Busses should park at the City Island Lot.
GATHERING: The Coalition has reserved the tables in the East Wing Rotunda.
DEPARTURE: The program will last one hour. Departure time will depend on your groups arrangements.
Feel free to visit your local legislators either before or after the rally.
TIPS: Remember to wear very comfortable flat shoes. Through out the Capitol building cobble stones make walking a little challenging.
We encourage you to bring signs, posters, and noise makers. However, no sticks or posts are permitted.
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Come Care With Me
Recently, PHI's Health Care for Health Care Workers Initiative sponsored a "Come Care With Me" event, where they paired a PA legislator with a direct care worker in his or her district. The legislator shadowed the worker, observed the importance of long-term care, and learned more about the situations facing direct care workers.
A news crew attended the most recent event with Rep. Mark Longietti, and you can watch the report here:
A news crew attended the most recent event with Rep. Mark Longietti, and you can watch the report here:
Tuesday, May 26, 2009
Culture Change and Disaster Webinars!
Learn how culture change and person-centered care can transform your community!
Join Matherways for a free webinar on May 28th!
Long-term care (LTC) communities are in a state of transformation. The culture change movement is challenging LTCs to rethink the way they deliver care to their residents.
On Thursday, May 28, you are invited to learn about LEAP, a culture change program designed to reduce nursing staff turnover, improve job satisfaction, reduce health deficiencies and increase resident satisfaction in long-term care communities. This webinar will introduce you to LEAP and answer your questions on how to bring culture change and person-directed care to your community. Click here to register for this free webinar.
Questions?
Contact Cecilia Grefalda at 847-492-7444 or cgrefalda@matherlifeways.com
Discover the importance of a workforce that is effectively prepared for any type of emergency!
Join us for a free webinar on May 29!
Natural and man-made disasters directly impact senior residences and long-term care communities in a variety of ways. Little emphasis has been placed on age-appropriate care for elderly populations during such times.
On Friday, May 29, you are invited to learn about PREPARE, an award winning program designed to equip senior living and long-term care professionals with the core competencies to address the medical and psychosocial consequences and response concerns of senior living and long-term care residents. Click here to register for this free webinar.
Questions?
Contact Theresa Sangram at (847) 492-6790 or tsangram@matherlifeways.com
Join Matherways for a free webinar on May 28th!
Long-term care (LTC) communities are in a state of transformation. The culture change movement is challenging LTCs to rethink the way they deliver care to their residents.
On Thursday, May 28, you are invited to learn about LEAP, a culture change program designed to reduce nursing staff turnover, improve job satisfaction, reduce health deficiencies and increase resident satisfaction in long-term care communities. This webinar will introduce you to LEAP and answer your questions on how to bring culture change and person-directed care to your community. Click here to register for this free webinar.
Questions?
Contact Cecilia Grefalda at 847-492-7444 or cgrefalda@matherlifeways.com
Discover the importance of a workforce that is effectively prepared for any type of emergency!
Join us for a free webinar on May 29!
Natural and man-made disasters directly impact senior residences and long-term care communities in a variety of ways. Little emphasis has been placed on age-appropriate care for elderly populations during such times.
On Friday, May 29, you are invited to learn about PREPARE, an award winning program designed to equip senior living and long-term care professionals with the core competencies to address the medical and psychosocial consequences and response concerns of senior living and long-term care residents. Click here to register for this free webinar.
Questions?
Contact Theresa Sangram at (847) 492-6790 or tsangram@matherlifeways.com
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