Memory care facilities are designed to accommodate people who have been diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or other forms of cognitive impairment. There are many different types of memory care facilities available, from those that are short-term and temporary to long-term facilities that offer 24/7 care. Here are a few things to know about working in memory care. The goal … Read More
Top 5 Ways to Keep Your Information Safe Online
Our lives are moving more and more online, from shopping and entertainment to banking and applying for employment. Whether you’re filling out forms, making purchases, or browsing the web, it’s important to keep your information safe online. Here are some tips to help you protect yourself from data-security threats. Watch what you share on social media. Sites like Facebook and … Read More
Healthcare Workforce and Mental Health Challenges Among Top Patient Safety Concerns
This Patient Safety Awareness Week is calling attention to some of the biggest healthcare worker concerns. The week is led by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, a non-profit organization that aims to promote safe care within the US healthcare system. In conjunction with Patient Safety Awareness Week, ECRI also recently released their annual list of patient safety concerns. While the … Read More
New Framework Released by WHO Aimed at Long-term Care Crisis
In an era when the global population is aging, and the number of people aged 80 and older is growing faster than any other age group, policymakers are facing a long term care crisis that threatens to overwhelm economies and societies. Lead author Dr Maria A van den Muijsenbergh from Radboud University Medical Center in The Netherlands said: ‘The rising … Read More
Find Meaning In Your Work
We’ve all had the experience of “that job”—the one you dread going to every morning, the one that singes your soul and causes you to feel a massive sense of dread whenever it’s time to go back into the office. For many people, this is just an inevitable part of life: no matter how much you love your work, there … Read More
Age-Friendly Health Systems Improves Care for Older Adults
BOSTON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) today announced that more than 2,700 care locations have been recognized as Age-Friendly Health Systems Participants, surpassing the movement’s goal 18-months ahead of schedule. More than 1.4 million older adults have received age-friendly care thanks to the Age-Friendly Health Systems movement since 2018. In addition to achieving this milestone, leaders from the movement have published a new book to … Read More
The Importance of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion In Healthcare
Conversations about diversity, equity and inclusion are vital in life, culture, work, and healthcare. Creating a workplace that reflects and honors the cultures of diverse populations is a moral obligation in all facets of life. In fact, diversity and equity are so critical in health care that they could, quite literally, save lives. Creating a diverse and equitable workplace culture … Read More
Over One Million Care Hours Delivered
Dear Friends, Actriv Healthcare was founded as a mission, to help healthcare facilities meet their patient care goals. Along the way a lot of people, Everyday Heroes, believed in our cause and joined the Caring More movement. When we started, I never knew how much of an impact we would make but I knew it was the right path to take. … Read More
Call for Nominations: Core Value Awards 2021
Have you worked with an Actriv clinician who provides an excellent patient experience while setting a great example for integrity, service, compassion, and respect? Now is the time to nominate them for Actriv Healthcare’s 2021 Core Value Awards! We welcome stories of your experiences with Actrivians who: Strive for the highest quality patient experience regardless of individual role Receive positive … Read More