Legacy Lounge

Cyber Security: How to Protect Our Seniors & Yourself Online

Join us in the Lounge as host Katie Holterman, M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, Senior Director of Clinical Programming & Development, sits with Charles Hale, Chief Information Officer, to discuss Cyber Security Month. "If you haven't already been introduced to how artificial intelligence (AI) can try to fool you or how intelligent it is, you will very soon."  To learn more about how cyber security is important to everyone but especially our seniors, dive into this month's episode! At Legacy Healthca...

Legacy's Fall Prevention Program

Join us in the Lounge as host Katie Holterman, M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, Senior Director of Clinical Programming & Development, sits with Mark Cifarelli, PT, Director of Physical Therapy Clinical Services, to discuss Legacy's Fall Prevention Program.   "There are many factors that can come into play that should be addressed ahead of time that can be taken care of before somebody falls and gets hurt."    To learn more about these factors, dive into this month's episode! At Legacy Healthcare Serv...

Keeping Up with Compliance: Legacy’s Best Tips

Join us in the Lounge as host Katie Holterman, M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, Senior Director of Clinical Programming & Development, sits with Kathleen Dwyer, VP of Compliance, and Laura Nicholson, Director of Medicare Enrollment and Compliance, to discuss the importance of compliance within healthcare.  A quick Google search will tell you that healthcare compliance refers to the process of abiding by all legal, professional, and ethical compliance standards in healthcare. "The compliance department ...

The Month of Gratitude: Thank You to Our Team Members

Join us in the Lounge as host Katie Holterman, M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, Senior Director of Clinical Programming & Development, and some surprise Legacy guests join in on the conversation around some above and beyond Legacy team members.   "I've said it before, and I’ll say it again: We truly have incredible team members here at Legacy."  At Legacy Healthcare Services, our mission is to improve the health of senior adults so they may live life the way they want to live it through wellness, educ...

ZIBRIO: Six Pillars of Balance and a Strong Partnership

Join us in the Lounge as host Katie Holterman, M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, Senior Director of Clinical Programming & Development, and cohost Meredith Brunk, Director of Occupational Therapy Clinical Services, dive into the world of balance. The team met with our partner, Andrea Case-Rogers, Chief Experience Officer of ZIBRIO the balance company.  ZIBRIO Stability Scale (ZIBRIO) technology was introduced into Legacy communities to determine specific fall risks in residents versus reacting once a fal...

Clinical Impact: Making a Difference Through Data

Join us in the Lounge as host Katie Holterman, M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, Senior Director of Clinical Programming & Development sits with Mark Cifarelli, Director of Physical Therapy Clinical Services, and Meredith Brunk, Director of Occupational Therapy Clinical Services, to discuss their new roles. The team discussed where they see clinical services growing within the next year and gave a sneak peek into future podcast episodes! "We all wanted to be therapists to make a difference and when that...

Preserving Function: The Advantages of Legacy Healthcare Services

Your Voice Matters: Virtual Advocacy on the Hill

The National Association of Rehab Providers and Agencies hosted 93 meetings on April 28, 2022, for 53 participants across the US to discuss legislation and therapy providers such as Legacy Healthcare Services. 6 of the 53 participants were our Legacy leaders! Join us in the Lounge today as host Katie Holterman, M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, Senior Director of Clinical Programming & Development sits with Lynette Kentgen, M.S. CCC-SLP, Vice President of Operations, and Bethany Pritchett, OTR/L, Region...

Communication is Key: Family Link in Action

Join us in the Lounge today as host Katie Holterman (Senior Director of Clinical Programming & Development) sits with Kelsey Hanger, DPT (Director of Rehabilitation) to discuss Legacy’s award-winning Family Link portal. Family Link was Legacy’s solution to isolation during the pandemic and still connects families today with residents as they live a life of purpose, safety, and dignity under the watchful eye of our dedicated therapists.

All It Takes is a SMILE: Legacy's SMILE Program in Action

Join us in the Lounge as our host, Katie Holterman (Senior Director of Clinical Programming and Development) sits down with Kelsey Tourigny (Rehab Director, DPT, CPL PEPP) and Kathryn Fleihan (OT) to discuss our SMILE Program.

Dementia Care: Never Commit Identity Theft

Join us in the Lounge today as our hosts, Ann Irwin and Katie Holterman, sit down with Kim Warchol (President and Founder of Dementia Care Specialists) to discuss tips and tricks for treating and caring for someone diagnosed with dementia.   Kim says it best: "Never commit identity theft and make that person a diagnosis and only a diagnosis. They are still a person, like you and I, and that never changes when they have a diagnosis of dementia."

Fall Prevention: The Mini-BESTest in Action

Join us in the lounge today as host Ann Irwin (VP of Clinical Programming & Development) sits with Valerie Morgenstern (Rehab Director, Physical Therapist) to discuss Legacy's fall prevention tool, the Mini-BESTest in action!

A Clinical Focus on Parkinson's Disease

Join us in the lounge today as host Ann Irwin (VP of Clinical Programming & Development) and guest host Katie Holterman (Senior Director of Clinical Programming) sit with two of our Regional Directors of Operations, Danielle Cannella and Alicia Salla, to discuss Legacy's brand new course focused on Parkinson's Disease. 

Assessing Driver Fitness in the Older Adult

Join us in the Lounge today as we sit with Angela Bell (RDCS, MS, OTR/L) and Katie Holterman (Sr Director of Clinical Programming, MS, CCC-SLP, BCS-S) to discuss our newest addition to our Course Catalog: Assessing Driver Fitness in the Older Adult. Learn some tips and tricks on the importance of this course in our various settings. To find out more information on when this course is offered, please check out our Course Catalog on the Intranet!

Happy Better Speech & Hearing Month!

Did you know that May is National Better Speech and Hearing Month? Join us as we sit down with some of our amazing speech-language pathologists in the Lounge today! Our special guests are: Emily Visone (SLP), Britney Palazzo (SLP, RD), and Ellen Mock (SLP, CPL). Happy Better Speech and Hearing Month to all of the amazing SLPs out there!

A Dysphagia Discussion with Swallow-ologists

Did you know it's Dysphagia Awareness Month? We are talking about it in the Lounge today!  Join us as we sit down with Katie Holterman (M.S. CCC-SLP, BCS-S, and Senior Director of Clinical Programming) to discuss swallowing disorders and the importance of becoming a Board-certified specialist in swallowing.  

Happy OT Month!

Did you know that April is National Occupational Therapy Month? Join us as we sit down with some of our amazing occupational therapists and certified occupational therapy assistants in the Lounge today! Our special guests in the Lounge today are: Caitlyn Amorim (COTA/L), Jen Parker ( OT), Becky Fries (MOT, OTR/L), and Brook Fitzsimmons (COTA). Happy National Occupational Therapy Month to all the amazing OTs and COTAs out there! 

Let's Talk About Stress Awareness

April is National Stress Awareness Month, and we have a special guest in the Lounge today! Join us as our guest host, Katie Holterman, sits down with Jill Duvall, a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, to talk about the best tips and tricks for recognizing stress and incorporating ways to alleviate or minimize it.  

Eighty-Three & Eleven-Twelfths Years of Wisdom

Welcome back to the Lounge, listeners! This week, we are thrilled to have two very special guests in the Lounge. Join us as we talk with Legacy therapist, Alicia Jones (Physical Therapist, Clinical Program Lead), and our very first resident guest, Karen! Listen firsthand as Karen shares her testimonial on the impact of Legacy's therapy services from day one.  Special thank you to Karen for sharing her wisdom and kind words on the impact of Legacy, as well as a special thank you to Alicia for...

This is Halloween! Spooky Fun Amidst the Pandemic

Halloween looks different this year for all, so we are here to bring you some ideas on how you can spread some spooky cheer within communities across the nation. Join us as we sit down with Katie Holterman (Sr Director of Clinical Programming, MS CCC-SLP, BCS-S) and Courtney Simmons (Rehab Director, COTA/L) to discuss some fun ideas. We even have a few guests call in to share their ideas! Happy Halloween to all!

Lounge Chats 4: Angela & Kristina

Join us in the Lounge today as we sit down with Angela Bell (ARCS, MS, OTR/L) and Kristina Luker (ARCS, MS, OTR/L). Listen as our host, Ann Irwin, asks Angela and Kristina some rapid-fire questions that will give you a glimpse of their personalities.  Have a question you want to submit for the next segment? Shoot it to us in an email at [email protected]!

Lounge Chats Part 3: Meredith & Shane

Join us in the Lounge today as we sit down with Meredith Brunk (ARCS, MS, OTR/L, CDP) and Shane Malecha (ARCS, PT, DPT, MS, CLT, CDP, PES, CSCS). Listen as our host, Ann Irwin, asks Meredith and Shane some rapid-fire questions that will give you a glimpse of their personalities.  Have a question you want to submit for the next segment? Shoot it to us in an email at [email protected]!

Lounge Chats Part 2: Carter & Ronda

Join us in the Lounge today as we sit down with Carter Sonstein (ARCS, MS, OTR/L) and Ronda Bonilla (ARCS, MOT, OTR/L). Listen as our host, Ann Irwin, asks Carter and Ronda some rapid-fire questions that will give you a glimpse of their personalities—you might just even learn about some hidden talents.  Have a question you want to submit for the next segment? Shoot it to us in an email at [email protected]!

Lounge Chats Part 1: Danielle & Monica

Join us in the Lounge today as we sit down for a new segment with members of our wonderful Area Rehab Clinical Specialist team (ARCS)! This week, we are joined by Danielle Cannella (ARCS, MPT) and Monia Warmoth (ARCS, MOT/OTR, ATP)—listen as our host, Ann Irwin, asks Danielle and Monica some rapid-fire questions that will give you a glimpse of their personalities. Have a question you want to submit for the next segment? Shoot it to us in an email at [email protected]!

Proactivity Amidst the Pandemic: The Podcast

Welcome back to the Lounge, listeners! It's been a minute since we last had our doors open due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic that has swept the globe. Today, we are joined by a special guest—Jeff Ryan, Legacy's very own CEO—to discuss Legacy's role during the pandemic. You will hear more about Legacy's approach, heartwarming stories, and so much more. Come on in and grab a beverage because the Lounge is officially open!

New Course: Medication Management

This week in the Lounge, we sit with Alicia Salla (ARCS, MOT, OTR/L) to discuss one of Legacy's newest courses: Medication Management. Join Alicia and Ann as they talk about the background of this course, as well as what our therapists will learn through the completion of this course!

Dementia Management: A Case Study with Nancy Graben

Join us in the Lounge this week as we sit down with Nancy Graben, OT and recent receiver of two Dementia Management digital badges. Our host and Nancy discuss what it takes to earn the badges, as well as highlight the phenomenal case study Nancy had to complete to earn one of the badges—you don't want to miss it!

Resources and Apps to Assist Low Vision

Join us this week as our host sits down with Angela Bell (MS, OTR/L, ARCS) and Jordan Powers (OTD, OTR/L, MSM)! Grab a seat and join our discussion on Legacy's brand new Low Vision Guide and a low vision assistance app. Know of another resource you'd like to mention? Email us at [email protected]! 

Singing and Bringing in the 20s

Happy New Year! Season 2 of Legacy Lounge is finally here, and we are excited to start off the 20s revisiting with Meg Wright and Billy Rhodes from our previous podcast, "Let the Choir Sing!" In this episode, we join Meg and Billy as they reflect on the Holiday Concert performed by the Memory Care Choir. What better way to sing and bring in the New Year?

Happy Holidays from Legacy Lounge!

Wishing a Happy Holidays to our Legacy Lounge guests, staff, and all in between—2019 has been a great year in the Lounge. We look forward to seeing you soon in the New Year!

Spirit of the Season: Stockings of Joy

The holiday season has officially begun here in the Lounge! Join Ann Irwin as she chats with guests Anne Browning (Community Outreach Coordinator at Homewatch CareGivers of the Triangle) and Shannon Johnson (Community Outreach Specialist at Legacy) about our partnership for Stockings of Joy. Legacy is proud to be a part of the 5th annual Stockings of Joy—special thank you to Anne Browning for starting this amazing event that benefits local elders in need within our community!

Meet Our Leaders of the Clinical Corporate Challenge

This week, Ann Irwin sits down with four guests from our Morningstar RidgeGate and Brookridge SNF facilities to discuss the amazing work they are doing as leaders in our Clinical Corporate Challenge. Find out more from Anthony Dixon (OT), Cara Leiner (MSM, OT), Mindy Duggan (RD, PTA), and Jill Tomaso (OT)—thanks for joining us in the Lounge!

A Beverage with the Community Outreach Team

Join us this week as we sit down with Joette Springle (Director of Community Outreach) and Jacob Hedrick (Community Outreach Specialist) to discuss the amazing things this department of Legacy does on a daily basis. 

IGNITE 2019: Growing Our Future

Join us on the road this week as our host, Ann Irwin, travels to our national leadership meeting to chat with several of our Legacy management teams! Get an inside glimpse of the great things happening in the future here at Legacy.

Community Events: Ideas, Tips, & More!

Welcome back to the Lounge! This week Ann Irwin sits down with Bethany Pritchett (RDO, OTR/L) to discuss various events you could use within your community to get your residents engaged. We talk strategy, coordination, and most importantly, how to make it fun!

Conquering the Corporate Clinical Challenge

This week in the Lounge, Ann Irwin talks with guests Paula Pason (PT, RDO) and Danielle Cannella (MPT, ARCS) about the two Corporate Clinical Challenges: Continence Management and Low Vision. Grab a beverage learn how the formation of these challenges and how Legacy teams are doing thus far! 

Assessing Risk for Falls: Tips & Tricks

Sometimes the hardest thing to determine when assessing risk for falls is simply what is causing the resident to fall. Rita Burgess (PT, CPL SIM) joins us on the couch this week to discuss the best tips and tricks for assessing and minimizing these risks. 

Let the Choir Sing!

Legacy Lounge renovations are complete and we are back in business! Join us this week as host, Ann Irwin, chats with guests Meg Wright (OT, RD) and Billy Rhodes (PTA, MSM). This week we discuss two topics: the impact music has on dementia care residents and the best practices when handling concussion treatment.

Compliant from the Start

Join us this week at our host chats with Laura Nicholson (OTR/L, MBA, Director of Compliance and Medicare Enrollment) and Wendy Darcelien (Medicare Enrollment Specialist) about what it takes to be compliant in the world of therapy. 

CarFit: Becoming a Better Fit for Your Vehicle

This week in the Lounge, special guest Angela Bell (Area Rehab Clinical Specialist and State Agency Administrator Manager) joins our host in discussing the CarFit program—did you know there is a way to check if a car is a good fit for a resident? Join us in the Lounge to find out more or simply visit https://www.car-fit.org/.

Functional Strengthening: A Good Place to Start

Join us in the Lounge this week as Alicia Salla (ARCS), Canaan Baker (RD, PTA), and our host discuss the process of functional strengthening in all settings. You'll learn some tips, tricks, and best practices! Have a tip you want to suggest? Email it to us at [email protected].

Credentialing, Billing, and Tips: Oh My!

Join us in the Lounge this week as meet with Rose Carter (Credentialing Specialist) and Kathy Woodell (Billing Specialist) to discuss the processes of credentialing and billing within our organization. You might just hear a few tips along the way!

Tippin' Our Hats to Better Speech and Hearing

This week's episode is all about speech-language pathology in celebration of better speech and hearing month! Join our host, Ann Irwin, and Christina Buchanan (SLP) as they discuss some tips and tips in the world of speech therapy. 

Tippin' Our Hats to Better Speech and Hearing

This week's episode is all about speech-language pathology in celebration of better speech and hearing month! Join our host, Ann Irwin, and Christina Buchanan (SLP) as they discuss some tips and tips in the world of speech therapy. 

You've Been McKnighted a Digital Badge!

Join us in the Lounge this week as we talk all things digital badging: what it is, why it's important, and what it means to hold one of these credentials. Our guests, Alyssa Ford (co-founder of Legacy's digital badging program, DHS, OTR, ARCS) and Cathy Atkins (PTA, TSC) discuss the impact digital badging has had on their professional career. 

The Importance of Being Relational

In this episode, our host and Kalli Simons (COTA, Tier II CPL for Continence Management) discuss how to build relationships in independent and assisted living facilities. You'll hear examples of why it is important to build a relationship with the residents, not their diagnoses. 

Back to the Future

In this episode, two of our PTAs—Becky Schrage and Samantha Steele—discuss how they incorporate retro walking into their treatments. This technique is effective in improving people’s confidence maneuvering in small spaces and helps them keep moving forward safely!

Ability or Disability? Applying the Allen Cognitive Disabilities Model in Therapy Practice

In this episode, dementia experts Lacey McDonald and Caroline Copeland explore how understanding Claudia Allen’s cognitive levels can contribute to performance success for people with dementia. You’ll hear clear examples of how function can be maximized at each level through the use of appropriate assistance and cueing. When the right approach is used clients and caregivers alike can experience the unmasking of abilities hidden by environmental and communication obstacles.

Successful Dining for Residents with Dementia

In this episode, Ann Irwin (M.S., CCC-SL, VP Clinical Programming & Development) and Carter Sonstein (OTR, Area Rehabilitation Clinical Specialist) evaluate how to provide adaptive eating education to your facilities core staff, caregivers, and family members. They discuss how it is also a great way to stay involved with a community, ensure continuity of care, and grow caseload.

Coming Soon: Welcome to Legacy Lounge

Step into Legacy Lounge, a new podcast that features clinical conversations among your peers in outpatient geriatric physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy. The lounge opens to the public every Thursday starting April 11th. See you in the lounge!