Revolutionizing Quality of Life in Long-Term Care
There is no other source that guides health care professionals in such a comprehensive and meaning way.
“The Person-Centered Way” is a revolutionary way to change not only the quality of care in your facility – but the quality of life itself!
- Health care professionals working in long-term care facilities, group homes and assisted living facilities will find it indispensible
- Families and friends of residents will find it insightful and helpful
- Any healthcare professional in the field will find it an important and enjoyable read
In this groundbreaking book, Dr. Collins designs a roadmap for turning dull, average institutions into lively social environments. These become places where residents don’t simply live – they become homes where they can thrive.
How can you turn your facility into such a “person-centered” place?
Dr. Collins addresses specific changes in:
He also provides detailed information concerning:
- Dining and dietary services
- Activities
- Nursing and the delivery of care
- Remodeling and structural changes to the building
- Dementia care and Alzheimer’s units
- Culture change
- Creating a home
- Family-centered care
- Leadership
- Regulations and person-centered care
- Finances and the budget
- Policies
- Benefits of culture change