By Mountain Pacific

February 13, 2024

In the heart of Brendan House, Cheryl Lowe serves as the certified activities director, with an impressive 36-year tenure in her role. Passionate about her work, Cheryl shares her insights into the rewarding and transformative world of activities management within a nursing home setting.

Understanding the Core of Activities Management

Teaming up with her dedicated crew, Cheryl nurtures a warm and holistic caring environment, making sure residents’ physical, psychological, … Read the rest

 

By Mountain Pacific

January 11, 2024

Making sure your home is safe means more than checking window locks and smoke detectors. When the weather gets cold, rainy or icy, a big part of home safety, especially for those 65 and older, is taking steps to prevent the risk for falls.

Falls are a leading cause of injury-related deaths among older adults. One in three older adults is expected to fall, causing minor injuries to … Read the rest

By Mountain Pacific

December 13, 2023

Meet Heidi Caldwell, a certified therapeutic recreation specialist (CTRS) and the wellness director at Hale Ola Kino by Arcadia. Since the fall of 2020, Heidi has been drawing inspiration from her personal journey of caring for her father after a stroke. Witnessing the positive impact of recreation therapy on his recovery fueled her desire to bring joy and purpose to others.

In her role at Hale Ola Kino, Heidi … Read the rest