At our March meeting, I was asked to send three communications on behalf of the Eldercare Issues Discussion Group. This has been done, and copies are filed with the agenda and other documents for the meeting. Please log-in to view or download the documents.
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For some Pennswood Residents it is hard to imagine why anyone is excited about getting the State of Pennsylvania to enact a bill of rights for residents. The reason is simple, contracts with providers usually do not adequately protect independent residents from being intimidated or exploited. The skilled nursing resident and the assisted living resident
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The Power of Solidarity By Richmond B Shreve This essay originally appeared on the NaCCRA.org website first posted 1/12/25 Solidarity is a word with a storied history. For many, it conjures images of laborers locking arms in pursuit of fair wages or activists standing together to confront injustice. But solidarity isn’t confined to union halls or
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In 1980, when Pennswood opened, CCRCs were a new concept and growing. As we approach the 45th anniversary, the concept is alive and well and still growing. Here are two surveys of the still new industry, one done shortly after our opening, and one published last month. I thought our discussion group would enjoy browsing
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Surgery, joint problems, and other challenges of aging are prompting many in our community to consider powered mobility devices. Regina Carlson recently shared what she learned and agreed to us publishing it here. Even if you aren’t considering such a device, you might want to be aware of what’s out there, and what support you
More than a good idea, the Greenhouse Project is one innovation in the continuum of care that is gaining traction. It offers supportive care for those in need of it in a setting that encourages friendships and closer relationships with care givers and residents. It’s a type of congregate care that is less institutional and
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The article linked below is not a dive into financial minutia. Cumming is editorializing about whose interests these two organizations protect. Pennswood relies on both of them for information important to planning, marketing, and self-assessment. As residents, the Fitch rating is an important benchmark measure of our corporate financial health. Read this to become more
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Eileen Conway, after hearing today’s discussion on healing the divisions at Pennswood, suggested that we all consider a process called “Appreciated Inquiry.” This process helps people find common ground by fostering appreciation and respect for common values. Eileen said, “At today’s meeting I [didn’t] get a chance to share a strategy that could support our
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One of the tools that the best non-profit organizations use to promote continuous improvement and to prevent ageism, is surveys of residents and staff. Maura Conry, a CCRC resident and expert on the sociology of community life, writes about ageism in society and preventing it in our CCRC communities. Read her article on page 4
I (Richmond Shreve) have been pondering Dan Murray’s remarks in the most recent Fireside Chat meeting in Penn Hall. I’ve had many conversations with fellow residents about our community’s growing divisions. The essay I offer here summarizes recommendations to our community concerning how the division should be addressed. Please add your insights in the comments.
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