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The Flos Carmeli Award
The Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm and the Avila Institute of Gerontology offer the Flos Carmeli (Flower of Carmel) Award as a way of recognizing persons who embody the spirit of Mother M. Angeline Teresa the Foundress of the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm. It is a way of honoring an individual who has contributed in a unique and personal way to bettering the life of our elders and advancing respect for life. The award is given on an annual basis at a special ceremony during the Avila Institute’s October seminar.
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Cindy Dullaghan and Anne Eagan are our two Flos Carmeli award recipients for 2007. |
Mrs. Cindy Dullaghan
A graduate of Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, Ohio, Cindy began her career in long-term care when she joined Carmel Manor in 1987 as the Director of Public Relations. After a series of successes and promotions, Cindy celebrates her 20th anniversary at Carmel Manor this year as their Assistant Administrator. Throughout, Cindy has exhibited enthusiastic energy and thoughtful dedication to her colleagues, residents and the Carmelite Mission.
Mrs. Anne Eagan
In addition to serving as the Activity and Volunteer Director at St. Patrick’s Manor in Framingham, Massachusetts for 27 years, Anne tirelessly serves the eldercare community as a member of many professional boards. A Religious Education teacher for 21 years, Anne also participates in her parish as a member of the Choir and as a Eucharistic Minister. Anne’s kindness, sensitivity and gentle manner has consistently inspired the people she interacts with on a daily basis.
The Flos Carmeli Award Medals were presented to Cindy Dullaghan and Anne Eagan on October 8, 2007 at a special prayer service during the Avila Institute workshop. Many people attended the ceremony and dinner celebrating the accomplishments of our recipients. It was a truly magical evening. We are grateful to all who submitted nominations and congratulate everyone who was nominated.
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October Seminar 2007: The Long-Term Care Puzzle -
Piecing Together Innovative SolutionsCertificate Ceremony 2007 |
On October 8 to 10, 2007, the Avila Institute held their annual October Seminar. This 3 day multi-faceted seminar, like years past, was a great success. The expert speakers covered a broad range of topics that will benefit caregivers and their residents. Pictured below are our speakers and their topics of discussion. Be sure to look for our next Annual October Seminar in 2009.
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Judah L. Ronch, PhD - VP of Resident Life, Mental Health and Wellness
The Challenge of Alzheimer's Disease - Viewing and Doing in the Case of Others
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Sr. Kathleen Cain, OSF - VP of Compliance and Ethics, Franciscan Legal Services
How Spirituality Affects Ethical Decision Making
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Fr. Myles N. Sheehan, SJ, MD - Senior Associate Dean, Education Program Administration, Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
Bioethics: Problems or Solutions? And Dealing with Challenging Residents
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Diann B. Uustal, RN, MS, EdD - Founder & President, Educational Resources in HealthCare, Inc.Living in Balance in a World on Fast-Forward
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Brother Daniel P. Sulmasy, OFM, MD, PhD - Sisters of Charity Chair in Ethics at SVCMC - St. Vincent's Hospital Manhattan, Professor of Medicine and Director of the Bioethics Institute of New York Medical CollegeEthical Issues in Care at the End of Life
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Ron Hamel, PhD - Senior Director, Ethics, The Catholic Health Association
Walking the Talk: Organizational Integrity, Ethics, and an Example
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Thomas Stitt, CPA - Director, Financial Analysis and Reimbursement, Health Dimensions Group Understanding the PACE Program and Assessing Community Need
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Julie Trocchio, RN, BSN, MS - Director, Continuing Care Ministry, Catholic Health Association Public Policy Update
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Janet K. Feldkamp, RN, BSN, LNHA, Esq. - Attorney, Benesch, Friedlander, Coplan & Aronoff, LLPLong-Term Care Survey Update
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Maureen Ladouceur, RN, MBA - Regional Director, Northeast, Vocollect Healthcare Systems What could be Easier than Talking? Using Voice to Maximize Care Delivery
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Geriatric Spiritual Care Certificate Ceremony 2007 |
On June 24, 2007, the seven students of the Geriatric Spiritual Care Certificate Program of 2007 received their Certificates at a special ceremony held at St. Teresa's Motherhouse, Germantown, New York. Each student successfully completed 65 hours of class time, 55 hours of clinical time, pop quizzes and four Reflection Papers. Since the inception of this program in1999, 45 students have received certificates. Top of Page |
GSC Grads of 2007
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Avila Institute, a pre-assembly
to the 2007 CHA Conference in Chicago, Illinois |
On June 16th, 2007, The Avila Institute of Gerontology sponsored the workshop, "The Inevitable Change of Long-Term Care - Staying Ahead of the Curve." This workshop preceded the Catholic Health Assembly's Conference held in Chicago, Illinois and provided a number of studies, in addition to many innovative, practical steps that lead to culture change. A variety of renowned speakers presented their expertise on different approaches to handling change in the eldercare industry.
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