Fresh River Healthcare has taken a significant step forward in advancing care for individuals living with Huntington’s Disease (HD), announcing the successful implementation of new, specialized equipment funded through a state grant initiative. The funding—awarded through Connecticut’s Nursing Home Specialized Unit Infrastructure Fund—supported approximately $135,000 in targeted investments to enhance the center’s already established HD program. The equipment has now been delivered, in…

MissionCare at Bennington is proud to announce that Kyle Earl, RN, Assistant Director of Nursing Services (ADNS), has been named the 2026 Northeast Region Nurse Leader of the Year by the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration in Long-Term Care (NADONA). The award was presented on June 9, 2026, during NADONA’s 39th National Conference in Dallas, Texas, recognizing outstanding nurse leaders from across the United States who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to residen…

From June 11–17, iCare Health Network joins skilled nursing and long term care providers across the country in celebrating National Nursing Assistants Week, also known as CNA Week. This year’s theme, “We’re Unbelievable,” recognizes the dedication, compassion, and professionalism demonstrated every day by Certified Nursing Assistants. For residents and patients, CNAs are often the caregivers they see most frequently throughout the day. They are the first to offer a reassuring smile in …

Parkville Care Center has earned a CMS 5-Star Rating, a recognition that reflects the dedication, consistency, and commitment demonstrated every day by the center’s staff and leadership team. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Five-Star Quality Rating System is one of the nation’s most recognized measures of quality in skilled nursing care. The designation evaluates facilities across several categories, including health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, helping…

As part of this year’s National Skilled Nursing Care Week celebration, residents, staff, and families across iCare Health Network participated in a unique collaborative art initiative that transformed blank canvases into deeply personal expressions of creativity, memory, and community. Each participating care center received the same starting point: a three-foot by three-foot blank canvas and an open invitation to create without rules or limitations. Residents and teams were encouraged to use …