LATEST NEWS

We our dedicated to staying on top of the latest health care industry breakthroughs and developments. Below you will find a selection of articles related to our center, the skilled nursing care industry and other health care related news from around the world.

Health Care News

Weekly Update – May 8, 2020

As some states begin to ease restrictions on businesses and the general public, please note that our center will NOT be included in any category. The visitor restriction placed on us by the state in early March is still in effect for the foreseeable future; we will advise you when this changes. We continue to … Continue reading

Update from Administrator – 4/24/20

I hope this finds you all safe and healthy. First and foremost, thank you again for all the support you have shown the staff at Cherry Brook Health Care Center over the past several weeks. I know this is a very stressful time for everyone. The kind words of appreciation and show of support in … Continue reading

Notice From CT DPH Long-Term Care Ombudsman Regarding COVID-19

Dear Family Members and Responsible Parties, Below is a notice from the Connecticut Department of Public Health’s Long-Term Care Ombudsman regarding new measures being taken to protect the health and safety of nursing home residents across Connecticut. As you will see, the state has determined that more extreme precautions must be taken to prevent and … Continue reading

Partners in Dedication

This past Tuesday, June 11th, 2019, the owner of our center, Athena, held their annual Partners in Dedication event. This year it was hosted at The Country Club of Farmington. This event is in place to recognize our committed employees who have been with us for ten, twenty, and thirty years as of December 2018. … Continue reading

Connecticut Ranks 3rd for Senior Health

Congratulations to Connecticut for being the third healthiest senior population in the nation in 2018 based on metrics such as behavior, quality of health care, public policy, and health-related outcomes. To read the article from the Journal-Inquirer, please click here: https://www.journalinquirer.com/business/state-ranks-rd-for-senior-health/article_33bb415a-8154-11e9-b727-9310a68b627e.htm… Continue reading

Fighting for Residents and Employees at the Connecticut State Capitol

On May 9, 2019 Athena and its centers visited the Connecticut State Capitol to fight for our residents and employees. Since the beginning of the legislative session, we have been advocating for additional funds to ensure quality care in skilled nursing centers. Our centers in both Connecticut and Massachusetts have been testifying at various public … Continue reading

OP-ED | The Untold Good News About Connecticut Nursing Homes

The reality of Connecticut nursing centers is not as bleak as one may think. Even though news outlets tend to focus on the isolated, negative incidences, the truth is that nursing homes are delivering high quality care to their residents. Even during the current fiscal difficulties, the centers are facing, they are still providing their … Continue reading

Partners In Dedication – Athena Honors Employees

Athena Health Care Systems held a Partners in Dedication luncheon ceremony on Wednesday, June 6, 2018 at the The Country Club of Farmington for employees throughout the Athena network who reached their 10, 20 and 30 years of service as of December 2017. A total of 108 employees were recognized for their dedication and commitment … Continue reading