Advocates are the safeguard for their loved ones who cannot speak for themselves. They can also impact systems change locally and nationally, and our presentations can help at both personal and systems levels.
In addition to individual services, Our Mother’s Voice offers opportunities for groups from widely varied interests to participate in workshops, seminars, and presentations both in person and online, covering many of the topics discussed or linked on our web site. We have published articles in several magazines and periodicals, provided written testimony and statements to Congressional committees, and served on numerous national organizations, committees, and work groups to advocate for policy changes to improve the quality of long-term care in all settings. All services are free of charge.
Presentations, Publications and Testimony from our CEO
The history and goals of the organization on the radio!
How Quality of Life changes when caregivers begin to understand the communicative intent of behavior in people with dementia, in the video presentation “Behavior IS Communication! – My Mother’s Story”
Testimony to the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine’s Committee on the Quality of Care in Nursing Homes, which is tasked with examining “how our nation delivers, regulates, finances and measures quality of nursing home care, including the long-standing challenges brought to light by the COVID-19 pandemic.” Remarks begin at 3:26 in the video and participation in the Q&A at 1:09:50.
Panelist on federal technical expert panel for the General Accounting Office (GAO) to develop a report on Improving Infection Prevention and Control in Nursing Homes
Written testimony and statements for the record to Congressional Committees advocating for improved quality of care in long-term care facilities:
- Written statement for the record to the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis, chaired by Rep. Jim Clyburn, on September 21, 2022.
- Written statement to a committee examining Medicare funding and regulations, chaired by Sen. Elizabeth Warren in January 2017.
Feature article focused on ministering to older adults published in the January, 2023 issue of Presbyterian Outlook (Note: Website offers three free reads of any content per 30-day period before being asked to purchase an issue or subscribe.)
Guest on “Navigating in Reverse”, a podcast hosted by the founder and editor of Reverse magazine, a publication specifically for those caring for their elder loved ones.
Regular content contributor to Reverse magazine, a publication geared to caregivers:
- Featured nonprofit organization, May/June 2023 issue.
- Opportunities to support national legislation to improve care in nursing homes, July/August 2023 issue.
- Nine steps to empowered advocacy, September/October 2023 issue
- The importance of quality of life for people receiving long-term care, December 2023
- When changes in type, level, or location of care are needed, February 2024
- How to find the right care level and setting, March 2024
- Ensuring Quality Care, Step One: The Care Plan, May 2024
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