Brook Lane’s Post

Crucial aspect of child development.

Happy Father's Day! As health professionals, it’s important to let fathers and caregivers know they need and deserve support. Involved fathers and caregivers help improve outcomes for their children and families. Join the National Institute for Children's Health Quality (NICHQ) in celebrating Father's Day and Men's Health Month, and browse a helpful collection of resources for supporting and engaging fathers. https://bit.ly/3Rvec4u

Clear and useful information on early relationships.

As an HR executive, living and working with compassion means prioritizing the well-being of our employees, who in turn dedicate themselves to the care of our residents. Unlike my colleagues and co-workers, whose primary focus is directly on our residents—from custodians and maintenance staff to CNAs, LPNs, RNs—my focus is on the people who make our mission possible: our employees. Compassion in my role involves ensuring that our team members have the support they need to thrive, both professionally and personally. This means crafting and implementing policies and procedures that not only foster a positive work environment but also empower our staff to deliver the best possible care to our residents. By working compassionately, we create a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and equipped to provide compassionate care. It’s about recognizing the vital role each team member plays and ensuring they have the resources and environment needed to succeed. When we care for our employees with the same dedication they show our residents, we build a stronger, more resilient organization. It’s a cycle of care that starts with us and radiates out to every individual we serve.

CT neighbors and organizations, join this conversation about the power of social connections in our state! (I’ll be at the 2/28 West Hartford session.)

A new year brings new ways to incorporate healing justice into our systems! Recently the @Louisiana Department of Health (LDOH) announced the release of the Whole Health Louisiana State Plan (2024-2028), through which the LDOH and various state leaders will address the causes and effects of childhood adversity across the state. This process involves a lot of education, training, and continuous self-reflection, yet by becoming trauma-informed, people and communities can create supportive environments that facilitate healing, resilience, and recovery for those affected by trauma. We’re even more excited to announce this plan because our Founder, Dr. Denese Shervington, contributed an article to it entitled, “Moving Beyond Racialized Traumas to Achieve Whole Health for Louisiana.” Throughout history, racial harm has been embedded in our institutions and it has affected both communities that are oppressed and the oppressors themselves. To find out more about how we can move beyond racialized traumas and learn more about this new initiative, click https://bit.ly/3TY1JIY !

As states continue to prioritize opportunities to enhance services for children with chronic illnesses, behavioral and special health care needs, and medical complexities. Our new resource center includes tools for states addressing and advancing systems of care for children and youth with chronic and complex needs. Learn more at https://loom.ly/jah_LLA

Learn about ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences) and their impact on health, Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris's impact, and how embrella's P.E.A.C.E. Initiative educates families about ACEs and promotes positive childhood experiences (PCEs) in this video! https://lnkd.in/eXn6KkdP

Today, on International What Matters Most to You? Day, let's reflect on the power of shifting our approach to care. Moving from asking "What's the matter with you?" to "What matters to you?" opens doors to transformative conversations between caregivers and individuals. Prioritizing meaningful dialogues can lead to shared understanding and support, ensuring that everyone's values are respected throughout their care journey. 🏥⚕️👩🏻⚕️🩵#WhatMattersMost #HealthcareConversations #InternationalDay

For many SuperAgers like Lucy, watching their families expand with great-grandchildren is a special moment. Lucy and her family are joining the American Federation for Aging Research’s (AFAR) SuperAgers Family Study to benefit future generations in her family – and beyond – and identify the secrets to a long life. If you or your family members are 95 or older, consider joining the research study: https://lnkd.in/gUNQj-sY