b'RESIDENT CARE"Since joining the OMP,standardized part of the long-term care the difference has beenhomes care culture.Meaningful improvementsremarkable. I haventThe first year of implementation has had a single fall, and Iproduced compelling outcomes:Behind each percentage is afeel stronger and morehuman story:confident every day." A resident who stands taller. Johnathon M. A resident who transfers without fear.A resident who returns to activities Reinforce small and big successes they are therapeutic. Research showsthey once avoided. that positive emotional engagement Acknowledge effort; even smallimproves participation, confidence andA resident who laughs again duringgains are celebrated and meaningful treatment outcomesespecially inexercise class.residents with dementia.Create an environment whereThese successes are why the OMP isresidents feel safe, supported andThe Program uses mirroringmore than a programit is a shift in proud of their progress techniques, visual prompts, andhow we understand aging and mobility simplified cues to support in long-term care.Simple phrases like Youre doing great,residents across a wide variety of I can see you are getting stronger,cognitive levels, making the OMP A new standardor Your balance looks much betterinclusive for both ambulatory and Aging is natural, but decline is not today, arent simply encouraging;non-ambulatory residents. inevitable. With structured support, meaningful engagement, personalized Coaching and care coordinationinterventions, and emotional A dedicated Care Coordinator Coachconnection, residents can regain more (CCC) plays a critical role in ensuring: than movement. They can regain joy, confidence, dignity and independence. Consistent delivery of best practicesThe Optimal Mobility Program Standardized assessments across alldemonstrates that clinical excellencelong-term care homes and human compassion are not opposing forces. They strengthen Ongoing support and follow-up one another. When evidence-basedpractice is paired with empathy, Accurate KPI tracking residents thrive."I am feeling Timely adjustments to resident As Kindera Livings guiding principlecare plans reminds us: Connected Through 100% better." This oversight ensures that theKindness. It is this combination of consistency, empathy, data and heart program is not dependent onthat is shaping a new era in residentRonald B. any single clinician; it becomes amobility and fall prevention. LTCTAlicja Bidzinska is Vice President of Clinical Services at Kindera Living. Toula Reppas is the Owner and CEO of Achieva Health. Christian Gallucci and Diana Gillstrom are Care Coordinators at Achieva Health.Alicja BidzinskaToula Reppas C Diana Gillstrom Nhafiris tHiaans hGeamlluicci36 LONG TERM CARE TODAY Spring/Summer 2026'