Inside Athena: Oakland Grove’s Recreation Brings Passion to the Role
From dietary aide to recreation director, Oakland Grove’s Danielle Flaxington has found new ways to create fulfilling lives for residents. Continue Reading Continue reading
A Healthier Approach To Caring
Inside Athena: Southbridge Director of Nursing Committed to Care
Southbridge Rehab Director of Nursing shares his career path at the center and discusses being a leader to others. Continue Reading Continue reading
Inside Athena: Director of Admissions Connecting People to Care at Marlborough Hills
Marlborough Hills Rehab Director of Admissions will be celebrating 10 years of helping residents find needed care at the center. Continue Reading Continue reading
Inside Athena: The Understanding Nature of Orchard View Manor’s Business Office Manager
Orchard View Manor’s Business Office Manager shares her desire to help families understand and navigate the finances of long-term care. Continue Reading Continue reading
Inside Athena: Substance Use Disorder Counselor Brings Comfort and Healing to Plymouth Rehab
Plymouth Rehab Substance Use Disorder Counselor works one-on-one and within groups to help residents managing substance use disorders overcome the challenges they face. Continue Reading Continue reading
Inside Athena: Countryside’s RCCA Mentors Staff and Supports Resident
Countryside Manor of Bristol RCCA puts emphasis on care and training team members in proper documentation. Continue Reading Continue reading
Inside Athena: Veteran Care Coordinator Bridges Bonds Between Veterans and the Community
Sonya Nonginthirath has a unique role at Orchard View Manor. She serves as the center’s Veterans Care Coordinator and is also a social worker. She began working at the center in August of 2016 as a part-time social worker, but in November of the same year, was when she started as the full-time Veterans Care… Continue Reading Continue reading
A Family’s Journey: Selecting Skilled Nursing Care for Their Loved One
Denise Randall and her family wrestled with the difficult decision of when to place their mother, Diana, in a skilled nursing center. For years, they had noticed small signs of her memory fading, but by 2023, her behavior had become increasingly unpredictable. Nights when paramedics had to be called for help became more frequent, and… Continue Reading Continue reading
Inside Athena: Parsons Hill Therapeutic Recreation Director Celebrates 40 Years in the Profession
Cindy Christian has been in the field of Therapeutic Recreation for 40 years, which was notably recognized by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation with a 40 Years of Service pin. Upon receiving her pin, she had a moment of reflection looking back at her career and couldn’t imagine doing anything else. For the past… Continue Reading Continue reading
Worcester Rehab Recognizes Employees of the Year
Worcester Rehab held their annual Employees of the Year recognition ceremony and highlighted nine team members for their efforts. Continue Reading Continue reading
