As you all know, this week is National Nursing Home Week. This years national theme, “Fullfilling the Promise” , like the uniquely American phrase “life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness” – is all about living life to its fullest potential.
We are all familiar with the necessities of health care – e.g. medical treatments, nursing care, therapies and nutrition. What distinguishes long term and post-acute care from other health care settings is their focus on caring for the whole person. “Fulfilling the Promise” means holistic care. This is seen when staff give comfort on difficult days, smile when sadness intrudes, hug when spirits sag, friendship to lighten a day, confidence when in doubt and companionship to counter fear and loneliness. “Fulfilling the Promise” produces meaningful, and most importantly, positive outcomes, satisfaction and an excellent working environment.
None of this would be possible without your commitment to coming to work or volunteering everyday with enthusiasm, creativity and compassion, the hallmarks of our Luana Journey. Your dedication to eliminating the three plagues of loneliness, helplessness and boredom by creating a community that supports variety and spontaneity, promotes loving companionship , encourages opportunities for elders to give as well as receive care, supports the cultivation of plants and gardens, and makes possible interaction with children and animals makes Hale Makua’s nursing communities very special places for the elders in our care.
Again, Happy Nursing Home Week!
Sincerely,
Tony Krieg
C.E.O.
HALE MAKUA HEALTH SERVICES
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