The Courage of Care Givers in Long Term Care

Dec 02 2009

The Courage of Care Givers in Long Term Care

I started as a Healthcare Administrator almost 10 years ago. It has always been a pleasure to get to know the staff, residents and family members that make working in this field such a joy. As an administrator I get to hear a lot of the things that don’t go so well. However, I also get to hear about when my teams have gone above and beyond to help someone. The people who choose to work in long term care are so dedicated to serving the needs of our residents that it humbles me and inspires me to be a better leader and a better person.

Thanks to Care Givers

I am also very humbled and inspired by the tireless efforts of the many family members and care givers of our residents who courageously look after the needs of their loved ones. The husband who visits the wife with dementia daily even though she can’t remember who he is. The daughter who has to balance the needs of her growing family and her career with overseeing the care for her mother or father. The neighbor who comes to visit because she knows no one else will. The many volunteers who give so freely of their time and themselves yet ask for nothing in return. When I see these generous acts of love and dedication it makes me so proud that I am able to be a part of it.

Senior Options

So as we head into the holiday season I am filled with such joy and peace with the knowledge that I have the honor of working in a field where there is love in such abundance. The acts of kindness that most people experience only during the holidays are daily occurrences in assisted living and skilled nursing homes all across the country. There are so many senior options available to family members who are trying to ensure the safety and comfort of their elderly loved ones. I am proud to be able to be a link in that chain and work hard everyday to ensure I do things just a little bit better to improve the quality of life for my residents.