Posts by rubertos

According to the definition from Merriam-Webster: Appreciation is " a feeling or expression of admiration, approval, or gratitude." Appreciation is an often expressed desire of most people. It is very…

This is such a hard question to answer appropriately. Who is in charge of determining what is a good quality of life and what is not? Is everyone entitled to…

So the graduates are walking and getting diplomas, The days are getting longer, warmer, and increased likelihood of thunderstorms. Looks like we are officially hitting summer. Well one significant holiday…

If there is one thing that is prominent in the Therapy world, it is long standing myths and "rules". Somehow it seems to get ingrained in us during school... Let's…

Welcome to another Memorial day. The unofficial start of summer. The 3 day weekend for a large amount of working people. But wait isn't it supposed to mean more than…

This past week was National Nursing Home Week. It is a week of celebrating all the great things that happen in this setting. A week full of fun and activity…

Once again we have reached Mother's day. In a setting like a skilled nursing facility it can truely run the gambit of emotions for people. Parties and activities There are…

Recently there was a win for advocating for fairness with Medicare reimbursement. Thanks to organizations like ADVION and ordinary citizens speaking out and contacting their congressional delegates, the Consolidated Appropriations…

This past week The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services released its final rule for a minimum staffing standard for facilities that accept Medicare and Medicaid payments. What is the…

National Volunteer week was established by President Richard Nixon in 1974 by presidential proclamation. It is organized by the Points of Light Foundation, which was founded by President George H.…