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Help Support Kentucky Rebuild after Tornado Tragedy

On March 2, 2012, Kentucky and West Virginia were devastated by a tornado that stayed on the ground for nearly 95 miles. Two other tornadoes laid a path of destruction 45 miles long.

Along the tornado’s path in Kentucky was West Liberty Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, a long term care facility in West Liberty, Kentucky. Benchmark Psychiatric Services, LTD provides mental health services to the building’s residents. Thankfully West Liberty Nursing and Rehabilitation Center was spared, but they were without power and phone lines for a few weeks. The tornado did destroy many homes and buildings surrounding West Liberty Nursing…...Read More

Alzheimer’s disease Petition

This is a call to action! The Alzheimer’s Association has put together a petition with hopes that President Obama issues a strong National Alzheimer’s Plan. This issue affects millions of Americans, including our mental health company. As we provide mental health services in nursing homes and assisted living centers, we see first hand the affects of Alzheimer’s disease on residents and the caregivers. Focus should be placed on continued research and increased resources for those affected by Alzheimer’s, especially those residents in skilled nursing homes and memory care units. Please take the time to read the excerpt from Alzheimer’s Association & click the link…...Read More

5 Challenges to Families Affected by Alzheimer’s Disease

Most of the time when we talk about Alzheimer’s disease, it’s directly related to treatment, diagnosis, or behavioral management of the patient. We have to remember that Alzheimer’s affects the entire family, not just the person with Alzheimer’s. Take a moment to think about your father or grandfather. What would happen if they had Alzheimer’s and how would your family be affected? Who was once the head of the household now needs be cared for which can change the dynamic within the family. These changes can cause stress and conflict. There are five challenges that most families face and how Licensed Marriage and Family…...Read More

Sibling Rivalry or Sibling Violence?

Having siblings to grow up with is a blessing, but can cause rivalry. Sibling rivalry is actually a normal part of growing up as long as no one is getting hurt. The rivalry is often in the form of competition regarding achievement, attractiveness, and friendships. They can fuel the fire between siblings, but often can bring them together to strengthen the bonds between them.

Sibling rivalry is one thing, but sibling violence is another. The distinction between the two may not be clear as parents often have a hard time distinguishing the difference. If a parent witnesses a repeated pattern of physical abuse…...Read More