Benjamin Joseph Silva received his Bachelor of Science in Nursing in commencement ceremonies May 18 at Salve Regina University. He is the son of Greg and Dawn Silva of Warwick. He attended St. Rose … more

Almost four months ago, U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy released an 81-page advisory report titled “Our Epidemic of Loneliness and Isolation,” putting a spotlight on a troubling … more

This week we featured an op-ed written by Matthew R. Trimble, President & CEO of Saint Elizabeth Community, regarding a growing crisis involving Rhode Island’s nursing homes. The issue … more

The crisis affecting Rhode Island’s nursing homes continues to escalate, yet there is no response from State leaders. Within the last couple of months, one nursing home has closed, three … more

Visiting Nurse Home and Hospice (VNH&H) is asking for individuals to support their hospice programs by giving $20.00 or more to their Hearts for Hospice campaign. People can dedicate their gift … more

Rep. Evan P. Shanley (D-Dist. 24, Warwick, East Greenwich), has introduced a bill that would allow nursing home residents to install cameras in their rooms. The legislation (2023-H 5355) would … more

Karen Butler, daughter of Anthony and Patricia Cunha, recently retired as a nurse at Miriam Hospital after a 42-year career. She is the mother of three sons, Brian, Eric and Mark. Karen grew up in … more

By JOHN HOWELL The pandemic has dealt Kent Hospital a financial and staffing blow that only an injection of funding and a reduction in Covid patients can remedy. Dr. James Fanale, Care New England President and CEO gave the Warwick Rotary Club an more

Philanthropist Edward Avedisian has donated $3 million to Rhode Island College's School of Nursing. This is the largest individual gift in Rhode Island College's 167-year history. In recognition of his generosity, RIC's School of Nursing will be renamed more

The University of Rhode Island College of Nursing graduate programs have risen again in the national rankings, according to U.S. News & World Report, which released its new rankings Tuesday, March 30. The College's master's program is now ranked 53rd in more

By ARDEN BASTIA Nursing homes have been hit hard by the COVID pandemic, but to local facilities in Warwick, the vaccine provides a light at the end of the tunnel.when it finally arrives. Rhode Island COVID associated deaths in nursing facilities have more

By LAURA WEICK Legislation requiring nursing homes to provide residents a minimum of 4.1 hours of direct care daily has prompted claims it would put the facilities out of business. Meanwhile, the union representing nursing home employees has planned to more