Unpaid Caregivers Should Be Paid! November is not just about falling leaves and cozy sweaters; it’s also a time to celebrate and recognize the valuable role of caregivers in our society. According to AARP, approximately 48 million Americans serve as unpaid caregivers for a family member, friend, or neighbor. Unpaid Caregivers Should Be Paid! While Read More »
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The Vital Role of Caregivers in Residential Care Communities The vital role of caregivers Residential care communities play a crucial role in providing support and care for elderly individuals who need assistance with daily activities or around-the-clock care. However, it’s the dedicated caregivers within these communities who truly make a difference. This post explores the Read More »
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November is National Family Caregiving Month November is National Family Caregiving Month This is a wonderful opportunity to show gratitude to the caregiver in your life. Caregiving Action Network is leading the way with information and resources on caregiving. During this month Community Training Connection will be posting information and tips about Caregiving that will Read More »
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30 Years of Success: Celebrating Three Decades of Business Excellence With a profound sense of pride and achievement, we mark the 30th anniversary of Community Training Connection (CTC). Throughout the past three decades, CTC has consistently served as a steadfast catalyst for empowerment, education, and community transformation. From its inception, our organization has embarked on Read More »
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Pawsitively Perfect: The Benefits and Risks of Pets in Long-Term Care Long-term care facilities provide a range of services and support, but they can also be isolating and lonely. Pets, however, can provide much-needed companionship and emotional support for adults and seniors in these settings. Some of the benefits of pets in long-term care are: Read More »
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Black History Month: Alzheimer’s Researcher Solomon Carter Fuller Solomon Carter Fuller was a trailblazer in the field of psychiatry who made significant contributions to the understanding of Alzheimer’s disease. Growing up with medical missionary grandparents in Liberia instilled in him a love for medicine and he went on to earn his medical degree from Read More »
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Benefits of Activities in Residential Care Activities in long-term care facilities typically include a variety of recreational, social, and educational programs designed to engage residents and promote physical and mental well-being. Some examples of activities that may be offered in long-term care facilities include: Exercise classes (such as chair yoga or tai chi) to promote Read More »
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What Is Financial Abuse & How Can We Prevent It? Elder financial abuse is the illegal or improper use of an older adult’s funds, property, or assets. It can take many forms, including theft, fraud, scams, embezzlement, or coercion. Elder financial abuse is a growing problem, as older adults often have a significant amount of Read More »
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Severe Winter Storms; State of Emergency Earlier this month, a State of Emergency was declared in response to severe winter storms across California. The emergency proclamation supports emergency relief efforts and permits CDSS to respond to the needs of licensed facilities and care homes by allowing waivers for any provisions of the Family Code, Health Read More »
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The Importance of Health Screenings Getting a physical exam and health screenings is important for everyone. It’s the best way to detect any potential health problems early when they’re easier to treat. Let’s take a look at just how valuable health screenings and early detection can be. Everyone should get health screenings regularly to help Read More »
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