Mardi Gras Season Has Arrived
It is officially Mardi Gras season in Louisiana! The Carnival season begins on Epiphany, the 12th day after Christmas. Religiously, Epiphany commemorates the day the Magi visited the Christ child. Many towns across the Bayou State celebrate with a traditional Twelfth Night celebration, officially kicking off this festive season that is unique to Louisiana.
Once the Carnival season begins, King Cakes fill grocery stores and bakeries throughout the state. Mardi Gras balls get underway, and homes and businesses are decorated with Mardi Gras trees, lights, and vibrant displays. Retailers—from Walmart to local boutiques—feature apparel in the traditional colors of purple, green, and gold, often decorated with mask appliques or fleur-de-lis adornments.
At Central Management, celebrating Mardi Gras is of utmost importance. Many of our homes feature Mardi Gras trees, and residents enjoy King Cake throughout the season. Many Krewes visit our facilities and pass out beads to residents and staff. In true Carnival tradition, many of our facilities also select a King and Queen to reign over the festivities. Be sure to check your facility calendars for details on Mardi Gras celebrations at each location. We would love for you to join us—and as we say in Louisiana, Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!
Resthaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center Earns National Quality Award
(Lake Charles, LA – July 16, 2024) Resthaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has been recognized as a 2024 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award recipient earning national honors for their commitment to continuous quality improvement and their dedication to their residents. The distinction is the first of three progressive award levels through the AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award Program. The National Quality Award Program by the American Health Care Association and the National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) recognizes providers across the country that have demonstrated their commitment to delivering quality care for seniors and persons with disabilities.
“This national recognition is a testament to the exceptional care we provide in a homelike, safe environment,” said Resthaven Administrator Asima Naeem. “Earning this prestigious award is a tribute to our team’s pursuit of excellence.”
Implemented by AHCA/NCAL in 1996, the National Quality Award Program is centered on the core values and criteria of the Baldrige Performance Excellence Program, which is the foundation of the metric-based AHCA/NCAL Quality Initiative.
“I applaud Resthaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center for earning the Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award, said Mark Berger, executive director of the Louisiana Nursing Home Association (LNHA). “This remarkable recognition speaks to their tireless efforts and steadfast dedication to providing quality patient care.”
At Resthaven Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, LLC, our activity director carefully plans exciting and fun-filled events for everyone, whether it’s an old favorite or a new adventure. Activities such as socializing with friends, old and new, attending religious services, art classes, computer classes, gardening classes, and taking van trips enrich our residents’ quality of living. All of our activities are geared toward maintaining independence and a high quality of living for each resident.