Nurse providing compassionate care to an older adult resident during National Nurses Week

The Power of Nursing: National Nurses Week at Oriol Health Care

May 8, 2026/in Community, Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, News, Oakdale Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Center, Oriol 360, Oriol Health Care/by Angelique Harvey

The Power of Nursing: National Nurses Week at Oriol Health Care

During National Nurses Week, Oriol Health Care proudly recognizes the nurses, nursing leaders, and healthcare teams who make compassionate, personalized care possible every day.

This year’s National Nurses Week theme, “The Power of Nursing,” highlights the strength, dedication, leadership, and impact nurses bring to healthcare and the lives of residents, patients, and families. Across Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center and Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, nurses play an essential role in supporting healing, comfort, recovery, and quality of life.

From skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to wound care support and long-term care, nursing teams help create meaningful connections and moments of comfort every day. Their clinical expertise, compassion, and commitment to resident-centered care help make Oriol Health Care’s mission possible.

Throughout the week, Oriol Health Care is celebrating the nurses and healthcare professionals whose dedication reflects our continued commitment to healthcare excellence and compassionate care.

Nursing Leadership and Teamwork

Strong nursing leadership helps create the supportive, resident-centered environment that families have come to expect from Oriol Health Care. Nurses, unit managers, wound care teams, and healthcare professionals across our facilities work together every day to provide quality care while supporting residents and families through every stage of care and recovery.

Learn more about our leadership teams:

Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center Team:
https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/our-nursing-centers/holden-rehabilitation-skilled-nursing-center/our-team/
Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center Team:
https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/our-nursing-centers/oakdale-rehabilitation-skilled-nursing-center/our-team/

Supporting Healthcare Excellence

Oriol Health Care continues to be recognized for its commitment to quality care and healthcare excellence.

Recently, Oakdale Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center and Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center were recognized as 2026 Partners in Wound Care Excellence in collaboration with Dr. Novikov Wellness & Skin Care. These recognitions reflect the dedication of the skilled nursing and wound care teams who help support healing and recovery every day.

From rehabilitation and specialized nursing services to everyday moments of compassion and encouragement, nurses help residents and families feel supported, cared for, and at home.

As we celebrate National Nurses Week, we extend our gratitude to all the nurses and healthcare professionals across Oriol Health Care for the care, kindness, and dedication they bring to our communities every day.

Thank you to our incredible nursing team.

Our family taking care of yours.

About Oriol Health Care

Oriol Health Care is a family-owned healthcare organization serving Central Massachusetts for more than 60 years. Through a continuum of care that includes skilled nursing, rehabilitation, outpatient therapy, home-based services, and healthcare support services, Oriol Health Care remains committed to compassionate, personalized, award-winning care.

Tara D’Andrea recognized by ACHCA as Distinguished Nursing Home Administrator for excellence in post-acute care leadership

ACHCA Announces 2026 National Award Recipients Honoring Excellence in Post-Acute Care Leadership

April 6, 2026/in Community, Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, News, Oriol 360, Oriol Health Care, Press Releases/by Angelique Harvey

Oriol Health Care is proud to share that the American College of Health Care Administrators has announced its 2026 national award recipients, recognizing leaders who exemplify excellence in post-acute and aging services.

Among this year’s honorees is Tara D’Andrea, MBA, NHA, FACHCA, Administrator of Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, who has been awarded the Distinguished Nursing Home Administrator Award.

???? Read our full announcement:
https://www.oriolhealthcare.com/tara-dandrea-achca-award/

ACHCA’s annual awards recognize individuals and organizations that demonstrate leadership, innovation, and a commitment to advancing quality care across the post-acute and aging services continuum.

2026 ACHCA Award Highlights

The 2026 awards program includes recognition across multiple categories, including:

Distinguished Nursing Home Administrator Award
Distinguished Assisted Living Administrator Award
Distinguished Service Award
New Administrator Awards
Mentor and Education Awards
Public Service and Business Partner Awards
Chapter and District Achievement Awards

This year’s recipients represent leaders from across the country who are advancing excellence in care delivery, professional development, and industry leadership.

Notably, the Massachusetts Chapter of ACHCA was also recognized with a Chapter/District Award for its Group Membership Initiative, reflecting its commitment to strengthening professional engagement and impact within the field.

Award recipients will be formally recognized during the ACHCA 2026 Annual Convention & Expo, taking place April 20–23, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.

Oriol Health Care extends its congratulations to all of the 2026 ACHCA award recipients for their contributions to advancing excellence in post-acute and aging services.

Tara D’Andrea, Administrator at Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, recipient of the ACHCA Distinguished Nursing Home Administrator Award

Central Massachusetts Healthcare Leader Tara D’Andrea Earns National ACHCA Administrator Award

April 6, 2026/in Community, Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, News, Oriol 360, Oriol Health Care, Press Releases/by Angelique Harvey

Holden, MA — April 6, 2026 — Oriol Health Care is proud to announce that Tara D’Andrea, MBA, NHA, FACHCA, Administrator of Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, has been awarded the Distinguished Nursing Home Administrator Award by the American College of Health Care Administrators (ACHCA).

D’Andrea will be formally recognized at the ACHCA 2026 Annual Convention & Expo, taking place April 20–23, 2026 in Orlando, Florida.

This prestigious national award recognizes an ACHCA Fellow who demonstrates the highest professional standards in post-acute and aging services leadership within the nursing home setting.

This recognition reflects not only D’Andrea’s leadership at Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, but her distinguished career spanning more than two decades in post-acute and long-term care. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to quality outcomes, operational excellence, and building high-performing teams that prioritize both resident care and staff engagement.

At Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, D’Andrea has fostered a culture of clinical excellence, operational strength, and compassionate, person-centered care.

“On behalf of the Massachusetts Chapter of the American College of Health Care Administrators, we extend our sincere congratulations to Tara on receiving the Distinguished Administrator Award,” said David L. Bell, President of the Massachusetts Chapter of ACHCA. “This recognition reflects her outstanding leadership, dedication to excellence, and meaningful contributions to the field of healthcare administration.”

“Tara exemplifies the highest professional standards of nursing home administration through sustained leadership, resident-centered practice, operational excellence, and an unwavering commitment to quality in post-acute and aging services,” said Mark Prifogle, Chair of the American College of Health Care Administrators.

Under D’Andrea’s leadership, Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center has earned significant local and national recognition. The center has been named a 2026 Best Nursing Home by U.S. News & World Report, earning honors for both Best Short-Term Rehabilitation and Best Long-Term Care. It has also received the 2026 Customer Experience Award from Activated Insights, placing it among the top-performing care providers nationwide, and has been named a 2026 Partner in Wound Care Excellence through its collaboration with Dr. Novikov Wellness and Skin Care.

Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center is also accredited by The Joint Commission and recognized as Central Massachusetts’ only Post-Acute Care (PAC) Certified facility.

“Tara’s recognition at the national level reflects the strength of leadership at Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center and across Oriol Health Care,” said Robert G. Oriol, CEO of Oriol Health Care. “Her ability to lead with both clinical excellence and compassion has had a lasting impact on our residents, families, and staff. This honor is incredibly well deserved.”

Beyond her role as Administrator at Holden Rehabilitation, D’Andrea serves as Director of Operations for Oriol Health Care, supporting excellence across the organization’s continuum of care.

Her recognition reflects a career dedicated to advancing quality, compassion, and excellence in post-acute care.

Our family taking care of yours.

About Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center

Holden Rehabilitation & Skilled Nursing Center, part of the Oriol Health Care family, is a nationally recognized provider of post-acute and long-term care in Central Massachusetts. The center has been named a 2026 Best Nursing Home by U.S. News & World Report for both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Best Long-Term Care and is accredited by The Joint Commission as the region’s only Post-Acute Care (PAC) Certified facility. Holden is also a 2026 Partner in Wound Care Excellence and a recipient of the 2026 Customer Experience Award from Activated Insights, reflecting its commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

About Oriol Health Care

Oriol Health Care is a family-owned and operated organization with over 60 years of experience delivering high-quality, compassionate care across Central Massachusetts. Through its Oriol 360° Continuum of Care, Oriol provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation, home health, private care, therapy services, and financial services to support individuals and families at every stage of care.

For media inquiries or additional information, please contact:

Angelique Harvey
Marketing & Community Outreach
Oriol Health Care & Affiliates
o 508-829-1213 | aharvey@oriolhealthcare.com

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