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Thank you to Dr. Maurya D. Cockrell for contributing to this guest post. Dr. Cockrell, a member of the VOYCE Board of Directors, is an established SDoH Solutionary from St. Louis, Missouri. She holds a BS in health management from Saint Louis University, with a minor in theological studies, an MA from Webster University in human…

Learn more about VOYCE’s new Mental Wellness in Skilled Nursing program. The stigma surrounding mental health is one of the major barriers to accessing care. As we uncover the reasons for stigma, we must consider context, one of which being age. Our seniors grew up in a generation that did not talk about mental health…

It is always hard to decide to place your loved one in a long-term care facility and seek its options. Many family members are hesitant to make such decisions, and some feel guilt for considering placement as an option. In fact, however, choosing an institutional care facility can be the best scenario for both caregivers…

We all know how hard it is to do our best for others when our own needs aren’t met, but it’s much harder to put into practice. A tough 2020 AND 2021 only compounds the daily wear and tear of caregiving, and too many of us are neglecting our own needs! Take an hour of your day to learn why and how to care for yourself so that you can give your best to those who need you.

Learn more about VOYCE’s new Mental Wellness in Skilled Nursing program. Mental Health Awareness Month is celebrated each May. Since one in five Americans will experience a mental illness this year, you likely know someone, or you are someone, with mental health concerns. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, many individuals who had no…