Posted by Dr. El - April 18, 2019 - McKnight's Long-Term Care News, Nominations/Awards, Role of psychologists
Here’s my latest article on McKnight’s Long-Term Care News:
“My column won a bronze award for best blog in the 2019 American Society of Healthcare Publication Editors competition,” I informed a friend of mine, “but I feel funny telling people.”
“Women have such a hard time with this!” she said with some exasperation. “You HAVE to tell them, Eleanor. Who else is going to let them know but you?”
With her words in mind I posted about it on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and my main psychology group, Psychologists in Long-Term Care. I received many wonderful, supportive, unexpected replies. I wasn’t going to write about it for this column (because, gosh, wasn’t that enough already?), but I decided to for several reasons.
I view part of my job as a psychologist as being a role model. On the units, I’m aware that the aides and my other co-workers are observing how I speak to them and to the residents and families. Similarly, in writing this column, I represent psychology to those who work in long-term care management. If people, particularly women, find it difficult to talk about their accomplishments, then perhaps I can model sharing an achievement in order to encourage more colleagues to do the same.
Dealing with extensive regulations, reimbursement challenges, elaborate documentation requirements and a punitive environment can erode the joy of helping elders. Acclamation for accomplishments, on the other hand, can bring joyfulness back to the job. I could have told just my mother and while that would have been nice, by sharing it with a larger group, the positive response is magnified, giving me added energy to continue my work. I’m sure there’s a scientific, dopamine thing happening, but the gist is that it feels good to be acknowledged. The reverse is true as well: Offering a genuine compliment can make the giver feel better too.
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Posted by Dr. El - August 10, 2015 - Nominations/Awards, Role of psychologists
I’m thrilled to share with you that I’m the recipient of the Psychologists in Long-Term Care Professional Service Award for 2015!
Psychologists in Long-Term Care is “a network of psychologists and other professionals dedicated to the enhancement of mental health and quality of life for those involved in long-term care through practice, research and advocacy.”
They are an amazing group of committed professionals who work diligently on behalf of elders. I’m proud to have my efforts recognized by them.
Posted by Dr. El - July 30, 2014 - McKnight's Long-Term Care News, Nominations/Awards
I’m excited to share with you that my McKnight’s column won the Gold award in the Upper Midwest Region of the 2014 ASBPE Awards of Excellence in the How-To/Tips/Service category.
My column, “The World According to Dr. El,” focuses on bringing psychological insights to long-term care for the Chicago-based McKnight’s Long-Term Care News magazine. According to The Association of Business Press Editors, the “Azbee Awards of Excellence program is one of the most competitive there is for business-to-business, trade, association, and professional publications. The awards recognize outstanding work by magazines, newsletters, and digital media — Web sites, e-newsletters, digital magazines, and blogs.”
Posted by Dr. El - April 30, 2014 - Nominations/Awards, Savvy Guide reviews
I’m thrilled to announce that The Savvy Resident’s Guide is a Finalist for Best Books for Aging and Caregiving in the Senior Homes 2014 Best Senior Living Awards contest!
Your vote is needed!
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Posted by Dr. El - April 7, 2014 - Nominations/Awards, Savvy Guide reviews
I’m pleased to announce that The Savvy Resident’s Guide has been nominated as one of the Best Books for Aging and Caregiving in the Senior Homes 2014 Best Senior Living Awards contest.
Your vote is needed!
Please click on the yellow badge link below and vote for The Savvy Resident’s Guide on the Senior Homes page. Thank you!
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Posted by Dr. El - February 13, 2013 - Nominations/Awards
Thanks to all of you who voted, My Better Nursing Home is now a finalist for Best Industry Resource! If you haven’t voted yet, please take a moment to click on the link below and move MBNH to first place. Thanks!
