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Touchpoints at Bloomfield's Marva Smith Inducted into the Certified Nursing Assistant Hall of Fame, 2025
March 31, 2025
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iCare Health Network is pleased to announce that the Connecticut Chapter of the American Association of Health Care Administrators 2025 inductees to the Connecticut Certified Nursing Assistant Hall of Fame included Touchpoints at Bloomfield’s Marva Smith. There are so many examples of why we believe Marva should be inducted into this year’s Hall of Fame but from the words of her fellow coworkers: She is humble and kind, self-motivated, never idle, always willing to help out anyone who … -
iCare Health Network is pleased to announce that Kelli Grzeika has joined the iCare team as the Director of Behavioral Programs. With a passion for helping others and a deep background in social work and healthcare administration, Kelli has spent more than a decade improving the lives of residents in short term rehab and long-term care. Kelli started her career in social services, working one-on-one with residents and families to navigate long-term care decisions, advocate for resident rig… -
Meet Yong Crandall, Administrator at Touchpoints at Chestnut. Balancing a demanding role with personal well-being is key to her leadership style. Yong makes time for long walks—either before or after work—to clear her mind and process the day’s ideas and challenges. This practice helps her maintain a positive outlook, which in turn influences the care she provides for both her staff and residents. Yong embraces the wisdom of Esther and Jerry Hicks, reminding herself that “The dominan… -
Meet Patrick Neagle, Administrator at Touchpoints Manchester. When asked to share a story of overcoming a challenge, Patrick reflected on the tumultuous days of the COVID pandemic. He described a time when projecting leadership and strength became crucial—even as uncertainty and self-doubt loomed large. Patrick’s insight was clear: “Character is not built through adversity, it is revealed.” His experience during the pandemic not only shaped him into a stronger leader but also tau… -
March 10-14, 2025 is National Long Term-Care Administrator’s Week. During this week, staff, residents, families, and volunteers have the opportunity to say “thank you” and honor the administrators who lead our nation’s long-term care communities. A heartfelt and sincere thank you from all of us at iCare Health Network to our dedicated Administrator team who continues to lead through challenging times and work tirelessly to safeguard and enrich the lives of the residents we serve. In … -
Touchpoints Rehab Centers Celebrate American Heart Month, 2025
February 25, 2025
This American Heart Month, the iCare Complex Care Team and the Touchpoints Rehab centers invite the entire community—staff, residents, and visitors—to explore heart-smart tips and make small changes that lead to a healthier tomorrow. Signs with tips and healthy habits are in each center lobby. American Heart Month is observed annually in February to raise awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death in the United States. Its purpose is to educate the public about heart dis… -
iCare Health Network Celebrates its Activities and Therapeutic Recreation Professionals, 2025
January 23, 2025
January 19-25 is National Activities Professional Week with a theme of “Shaping the Future” On this week we celebrate all of iCare Health Network’s Therapeutic Recreation, Life Enrichment and Activities Professionals as they bring fun, engagement, enrichment and fulfillment to our residents’ lives. At iCare, the Recreation Department provides residents with a wide range of opportunities, emphasizing the therapeutic benefits of each program. Yesterday, in honor of Activities Profe… -
Celebrating and Honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
January 20, 2025
Today we honor, remember and celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Martin Luther King Jr. was born January 15, 1929, in Atlanta. Among his many efforts, King headed the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Through his nonviolent activism and inspirational speeches, he played a pivotal role in ending legal segregation of Black Americans as well as the creation of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Voting Rights Act of 1965. King won the Nobel Peace Prize in 1…
