The ParaDocs
October 30, 2020

How can we be sure that our decision to change is smart?

In Volume 31 of this guest series, psychotherapist, Dr. Francis L. Battisti, and nutritionist, Dr. Helen Battisti, teach us how planning transitions to action following the Risk-Benefits analysis. 

For over 10 years, they have worked closely with us on aging concerns and have presented many webinars and in-person workshops. Their newsletter, The Zone, is a weekly mental health and nutrition tip sheet during times of change.

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The Zone, Vol 31: The Point of Transition
The ParaDocs
October 17, 2020

Have you spent this time in quarantine simply trying to survive? Learn how to become more aware of your stressors and the symptoms you’re experiencing so you can improve your quality of life, even in these unprecedented times.

In Volume 29 of this guest series, psychotherapist, Dr. Francis L. Battisti, and nutritionist, Dr. Helen Battisti, help us to reflect on our stress, how it has manifested symptomatically, and how we can improve our situations.

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The Zone, Vol 29: Awareness of Stress and Its Effects
The ParaDocs
October 9, 2020

After observing a period of waiting and researching the impact of a change, Prochaska’s Stages of Change recommend preparing, acting, and maintaining the change.

In Volume 28 of this guest series, psychotherapist, Dr. Francis L. Battisti, and nutritionist, Dr. Helen Battisti, continue to encourage us to process the changes to our lives brought on by the pandemic, using Prochaska’s Stages of Change.

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The Zone, Vol 28: Prochaska’s Stages of Change, Pt. 2
Avila Institute Staff
October 5, 2020

Join us virtually in one week on October 12-13, 2020 for our 2020 Long-Term Care Conference!

Keep at the forefront of enormous healthcare changes, including latest best practices for resident care and regulatory changes. Speakers will address how to develop resilience amidst the pandemic, while cultivating an environment of hope and healing in the workplace and outside of it.

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One Week Until Long-Term Care October Conference 2020!