Not only was 1908 the year the first Model T was produced and Cellophane was invented-it was also the year that Ms. Margaret (Ross) Connealy was born. On July 14, 1908 Margaret Ross was born at her grandmother’s home in Bancroft, Nebraska to Ura and Doll Ross. In 1938, Margaret […]
Some may cringe at the sight of a camera, but not the residents of Shady Oaks! Laughs and stories were shared while fancy hats and feathered fans were distributed in preparation of individual photo shoots. It was rewarding to see the smiles and poses emerge before the camera. Something as […]
Todays, Voice in Dementia, and Making a Difference…Teepa Snow We are excited to announce that Teepa Snow, an internationally known dementia expert and occupational therapist is scheduled to present some of her well-known, hands-on techniques for positive physical approach for residents with dementia. This hands-on training techniques can be useful for working […]
We were able to have some special friends visit Brookestone Meadows and tour with Vetter Health Services President, Glenn Van Ekeren and his wife Marty. Our “near” friend is Heath Boddy, President and CEO of the Nebraska Health Care Association. Our friends from a far were Julie Painter, Teresa Eyet, Sharon Purvis, and Jennifer Shimer; […]
Team members started by changing the way they interpreted behavioral expressions and then spread the word to others. By: K. Miekka Milliken, CSW, NHA, and Cameo Rogers, CTRS, CDP, CDCM Perhaps the long term care management company, Vetter Health Services, Omaha, Neb., with 30 long term care communities across five states, has always been weird. […]
Sometimes unexpected circumstances, distance or a lack of resources can escalate a situation to one of immediate need or crisis proportions. A hospital may catch you off guard with plans of a discharge. Regardless of cause, you’ve got to find a care solution fast. Personal obligations or out-of-town coordination further complicate the situation. Fortunately, there […]
Highland Park Care Center is proud to announce three recipients of Vetter Health Services $1,000 scholarships as chosen by the VHS Academic Committee for Excellence. The team members were selected from a vast number of quality applications across the entire VHS organization and were honored at a recent All-Staff meeting. […]
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Celebrating his 94th Birthday in style, Norm S. was excited to go for a drive! When original plans fell through for a luncheon outing, Kellie W., Life Enrichment, strapped on her creativity cap and took the wheel to plan a spontaneous fun trip. While driving they talked about the days that Norm spent on the […]
Very often when a loved one moves into a skilled nursing program/nursing home, there are so many feelings that a caregiver or friend can feel. It is such a transition that often times become strange, awkward, or less meaningful. Loved ones are often weaker or are experiencing health problems and don’t often have as much […]
Vetter Health Services,
Home Office of Vetter Senior Living
20220 Harney Street
Elkhorn, NE 68022
Phone: (402) 895-3932
Toll-Free: 1 (844) 826-1042
Fax: (402) 895-8165