“The elderly and infirm are our most vulnerable citizens. That we can ‘do unto others’ is something Greenwich should continue and be proud of. In fact, we should be a model for other communities. Being public also brings accountability and transparency; private ownership does not.” – John Mastronardi Continue Reading →
The Nathaniel Witherell
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RESTIERI: Tell your RTM representatives to “Vote No” to reappoint Laurence Simon to Board of The Nathaniel Witherell
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” I am asking for you to send a clear and decisive message to the Board of Directors that Laurence Simon and the rest of the Board be held accountable for their decision making, or lack thereof. ” – Tara Restieri Continue Reading →
Filed under: Letter to the Editor, Tara Restieri, The Nathaniel Witherell
The Nathaniel Witherell Sounds the Call for Volunteers
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Opportunities available for volunteers to share their skills, energy and enthusiasm.
Tate says volunteers can work one to three-hour shifts, week days and weekends – whatever fits their schedule.
Booster vaccine shots are required. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Volunteering, Mary Tate, The Nathaniel Witherell
Witherell Recognized by US News & World Report for 2021-2022
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This year the US News methodology included an emphasis on homes meeting certain standards of patient safety, including a minimum threshold for the staff COVID-19 vaccination rate, decreasing the overuse of antipsychotic drugs and frequent visits to the emergency department. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, nursing home, The Nathaniel Witherell, US News & World Report
Dissecting the Loss of the Nathaniel Witherell’s 5-Star Rating
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Today, the Nathaniel Witherell has a 3-star rating. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, Andy Duus, Beth Krumeich, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, CMS, CNS, COVID-19
Teamsters Rally at Greenwich Town Hall for a “fair and equitable collective bargaining agreement”
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“The Town settles contracts that are fair both to its employees as well as to the taxpayers of the Town and will pursue arbitration when needed. The Town respects the work of the Teamsters. However, the Town will not conduct contract negotiations in the press.” – Fred Camillo Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Chris Manuli, Fred Camillo, Louis Picani, Mary Pepe, Roger Taranto, Teamsters Union Local 456, The Nathaniel Witherell
Town Owned Nursing Home: Balancing Finances, Staff Reductions, Vaccine Reluctance, Patient Safety Amid Covid
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This week, during the monthly board meeting of the Nathaniel Witherell, the Town of Greenwich owned nursing home, again there was discussion about staff vaccination levels, staff reductions and the ongoing desire of loved ones to have indoor visitation – all given the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic and preparations for a possible sale of the facility. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Government, Health, COVID-19, nursing home, The Nathaniel Witherell
Card Writing Campaign Aims to Brighten the Holidays for Witherell Residents
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Since visitor restrictions are in place to help protect the residents at Nathaniel Witherell from COVID-19, The Greenwich Commission on Aging is asking the people who live in Greenwich to help make the holidays merry by sending personally signed Christmas/Holiday cards with a note of cheer. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Giving, Holiday, The Greenwich Commission on Aging, The Nathaniel Witherell
Town Issues RFP for Management Services In Conjunction with Possible Sale of Nathaniel Witherell
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On Oct 29, Greenwich issued an RFP for Management Services for The Nathaniel Witherell, inviting proposals to assume the management in conjunction with the possible purchase or lease of the Witherell’s assets. Continue Reading →
Filed under: Business, Government, Health, The Nathaniel Witherell
LETTER: The Nathaniel Witherell – Past and Future
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Letter by Bill Drake, Andy Duus, Art Norton, and Nancy Weissler, members of the BET’s Nathaniel Witherell Strategic Planning Committee Continue Reading →