On this episode, advocate and family member Mary Nichols discusses the making of “Protecting Them to Death: The Impact of Isolation in Long-Term Care” and how powerful stories can persuade policymakers and ultimately make a difference for residents.

Interview recorded February 4, 2022 and edited for clarity.

  • Mary’s Recommendations:
    • Broken in the Best Possible Way, by Jenny Lawson
    • Still Alice, by Lisa Genova
    • Dreams, by Van Halen

Host: Hayley Cronquist
Production Assistants: Eric Goldwein & Casey Chu

Music: Liturgy of the Street by Shane Ivers – https://www.silvermansound.com

Note: “Protecting Them to Death: The Impact of Isolation in Long-Term Care” sells at cost.

This is the work of the LTCCC. It does not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of Health, nor has the Department verified the accuracy of its content.

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