Assisted Living University  
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Meet Your Mentors

                

Mina Nickon, MPS, PGCM
President

From Mina's Desk:

Eighteen years ago, when I started my role as an Administrator of a 72 unit facility in Santa Clara County, I remember dealing with many challenges on a daily basis. Many goals to meet and many hats to wear all in a short time! Every day I learned something new. I also remember the stress level and the overwhelming nature of the role, especially when you are new.
One year later, I received my company's nationwide awards for the best operation and the highest occupancy. If I did it, you can do it too! However, if I could have had the right mentoring, training, tools and support system, it would have been much less overwhelming!
With this in mind and our commitment to both Seniors and Care Providers, we are launching QTAP and our Assisted Living University to bring our experience, passion and constant support to individual RCFE members in our network. We believe small care homes are excellent care/housing alternatives for seniors. We also believe that together we can raise the standard of service our network members provide by helping them capitalize on their strengths and improve in areas they may find  a bit challenging.

Theresa Strickland, B.S.
Community Relations Business Consultant
With a B.S. Degree in Human Development and Public Relations, 15 years of experience as an Independent Consultant in the career management industry and her earlier work as a CNA, Theresa brings  a unique blend of experience to the Senior Care Industry. Theresa's experience in working with  businesses and people in transition, along with her training, marketing, counseling, and personal coaching skills  is an excellent compliment to SCC Team. Theresa will be  working closely  with our Network Members, Advertisers, and Referral Sources.

Dolly Rizvi, MD, MBA
Mentor- Assisted Living

Dolly has an MBA  in Health Care Management and holds an MD (MBBS) degree with medical practice in her country of birth, Pakistan. She also has several years of experience as Assisted Living Director in Santa Clara County, where she was responsible for the assessment of senior residents, care planning and monitoring their care and managing/training a large team of Personal Caregivers. Dolly will train the RCFE staff in successful team building, Resident Assessment, Care Planning (ISP), working with the families, documentations, etc.

Lynda Kennedy-Pine, BA
Mentor- Activities, Arts and Crafts

Lynda holds a duel credential in Arts and Crafts and Communications and has taught Adult Education in the Bay area for the past 12 years.
For 5 years she ran a craft program for Santa Clara County seniors and then moved on to being an activities coordinator for a large assisted living facility in Sunnyvale.  Lynda has published a book on music trivia for seniors and produced a video of easy chair exercises for seniors. 
Donna Bell, RN, HNC
Mentor- End of Life Issues
Hospice Care

Donna has several years of experience as a  Hospice and  Wellness Nurse. She holds a certificate as a Holistic Nurse and as a  Parish Nurse she has been  involved with Catholic Charities for the past several years. Donna will provide the RCFE staff with training in Hospice Care Issues and working effectively with Hospice Agencies. 
Julie Groves, OT
Owner: Therapy In Your Home

Julie Groves, a home health Occupational Therapist since 1980 is owner of Therapy In Your Home which provides private therapy (OT, PT, ST) to people in their home, SNF or RCFE when their insurance will not cover therapy. As of 2006 Therapy In Your Home  had over 50 therapists representing a variety of specialty areas and  languages spoken. Julie can assist in two difficult conversations: safe driving (when to do something, what to do, and how to get the person to listen) and health care decisions that meet ones’ goals of care.  Both discussions arise after a change in ability and resources and both benefit from clarifying and sharing our views.  Julie will help RCFE care providers and families to handle these conversations more effectively. She can also provide Fall Prevention training as part of SCC University semi-annual training for the RCFE care providers.
Tahira Malik, B.S., CDM, CFPP
Mentor, Nutrition and Food Service

Tahira has over 20 years of experience as a Nutrition Consultant and Food Service Manager in a variety of settings serving the elderly including: Stanford University, SNF's, Alzheimer Care, and currently Department of Health. Tahira holds several certifications as a Dietician and Nutrition Consultant.
 "In Working with the Seniors I have learnt the 3 S's, Soft, Sweet, and Saucy! keeping this in mind one can plan effective Menus geared to the needs of the elderly. My areas of expertise include HACCP Regulations, Care Plans, MDS, RAPS."

Michelle Bradley
Interior Designer/Owner,
Compliments For Homes
 

Michelle Bradley of Livermore CA, is an Accredited Staging Professional. She has extensive experience in real estate staging (preparing homes for sale). She uses her creative touches and redesign skills to give  a home a complete look. She will help owners prepare their senior care facilities to accommodate  many special needs as well as produce a pleasant, welcoming, & safe environment.   

                                                                           

 

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