Cathy Lieblich, Director of Network Relations Many people know Pioneer Network primarily as an advocate for those who live and work in traditional nursing homes. This is a great thing to be known for, and we are proud of the… Read more
Pioneer Networking and the Culture Change Movement
We are glad you are interested in staying up to date with the latest news and events in the culture change movement. Check back here regularly to read blog posts from both Pioneer Network staff and other culture change and person-directed care experts.
Taking Stock of Person-Centered Care Practices
PHI Blog Person-centered care is being gradually implemented throughout U.S. nursing homes, although progress has been slow and much more work still needs to be done, a paper published in the latest issue of Generations argues. PHI National Director of… Read more
Quality Pays — and Person Centered Care is a Path to Quality!
Matt Younger, CEO, Northwest Health Services, Inc.; Former Administrator of the Section for Long-Term Care Regulation, Missouri DHSS; Member of your Pioneer Network Education Committee One thing we’ve learned in health care in the last several years is that investing… Read more
Inspired Care: Bringing Action Pact’s Household Model® to Australia
Megan Hannan – ActionPact In this era of globalization, Pioneer Network’s goal to “change the culture of aging” requires sharing and learning across countries and continents. Since hearing about Action Pact’s Household Model® in 2007, Australia’s largest nonprofit provider of… Read more
Culture Change or Person Centered Care — What is the Real Journey?
Joan Devine, Director of Education – Pioneer Network A facility or a home. A feeder or a person who needs assistance with eating. A common room or a living room. What we say and how we say it – it… Read more