In this episode Matthew Trombley, Senior Executive Director of Island Nursing Home and I tackle some tough questions, including:
1. Does he feel that the nursing home tried to communicate their staffing issues to the community before announcing the closure?
2. Does he think workforce housing can help?
3. Were staff required to sign gag orders?
4. How many residents have already been placed in other facilities?
5. Were State suggestions of alternatives to closing offered and considered?
6. Have staff from other countries been considered?
7. What are Matthew's plans for the future?
Keep your amazing questions coming! I will be having conversations with either Matthew or Ronda Dodge, Chair of the INH Board of Directors on a weekly basis through the month of October. I can be reached via email at ihwf1966@gmail.com
References made during the podcast:
McKnight's website for long term care information and news: https://www.mcknights.com/
