b'RESIDENT CARE"The OptimalCognitive changes can influencea key muscle group responsible formobility, safety, gait and standing, walking, transfers andMobility Programtransfer ability fall prevention.has truly changedWhile these changes are physiological,Personcentred approach research shows they are not fixed.One of the strongest differentiators my life. Im walkingRegular physical activity, meaningfulof the OMP is its positive emotion-engagement, and targeted oriented care approach. The team again I feel betterinterventions can significantly slowmembers implementing the OMP(and in many cases reverse) functional than I have in years." and physical decline. are trained to: The OMP focuses particularly onUse validating, Ronald B. strengthening the quadriceps, motivational language A total of 180 minutes of structured mobility exercises weekly,LTCF EDUCATION exceeding the World Health Organizations recommendation of 150 minutes for older adults Raising StandardsTo ensure objective, measurablein Long-Term Careprogress, five key performance indicators (KPIs) are assessed on admission and monthly:1.Range of motion (ROM): Kneeextension on the impaired side2.Strength: Quadriceps strength3-DAY LTCF CREDENTIALING using manual muscle testing Build stronger, more Balance: Using a standardizedconfident care teams.3. sitting balance testGive your staff the skills4.Mobility: Scored using a validatedmobility scale and recognition they need to deliver exceptional care.Falls: Documented every month5. Each category is scored from 0 to 5, with a total possible score of 25. TheseEvery LTC Home needsmetrics make resident progress visible,a credentialed team. trackable and actionable.Why physical decline happensAge-related changes in muscle, flexibility, coordination and cognition begin earlier than most realize: Get your staff credentialed today. Muscle mass begins to decline around age 30 and acceleratesafter 60 416-931-1438info@careiq.ca Balance and coordination begin declining around 40 www.careiq.ca Range of motion decreases with inactivity and sedentary behaviourwww.oltca.com LONG TERM CARE TODAY 35'