Poor staffing in LTC was the ‘gasoline to COVID-19’s match,’ witness testifies at House hearing
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 26, 2020
Several expert witnesses called for the federal government to address inadequate staffing at nursing homes and long-term care facilities in wake of the coronavirus pandemic and its fatal toll on residents...
Measure would require state to develop facilities for COVID-19-positive residents
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 26, 2020
The state of Michigan would be required to develop dedicated facilities to care for COVID-19-positive patients who are ineligible for admission at a nursing home, hospital or adult foster care facility...
Also in the News for Friday, June 26
Jun 26, 2020
GAO report highlights federal government’s overall COVID-19 response … AARP wants more help for Pennsylvania nursing homes … Texas nursing homes also facing increased staffing shortages
Senators want more out of FEMA on PPE shipments to nursing homes
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Danielle Brown
Jun 25, 2020
The quality and amount of personal protective equipment delivered to nursing homes from the Federal Emergency Management Agency is being questioned by four Democratic lawmakers.
NY governor is ‘alone to blame’ for forcing COVID-positive seniors into nursing homes, feds say
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 25, 2020
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (D) “alone is to blame” for his decision to force nursing home providers to accept COVID-19 patients, according to a White House official.
Meet Shannon Watson, Rising Star honoree
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 25, 2020
Shannon Watson’s success as the administrator at Forbes Road Personal Care facility over the last five years is no surprise considering her past in the healthcare field.
National champion head coach sends encouraging video to Louisiana nursing home workers
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 25, 2020
Louisiana nursing home workers received their very own “Geaux Tigers” from LSU football head coach and reigning national champion Ed Orgeron in a video message Wednesday.
Also in the News for Thursday, June 25
Jun 25, 2020
California providers may not get legal immunity for outcomes during pandemic … Colorado allows outdoor visits at nursing homes … Pandemic may threaten vote on Medicaid expansion in Oklahoma … Quality...
‘Urgent’ need for value-based Medicare system after COVID-19 data reveals huge racial disparities
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Danielle Brown
Jun 24, 2020
A transition to a value-based Medicare system is now “urgent” for the Trump administration after new COVID-19 data revealed significant racial disparities among Black and Hispanic patients.
Communal dining may resume today after state issues guidance
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 24, 2020
Communal dining and group activities can resume today at Rhode Island nursing homes, but only under strict guidelines released by the state’s Department of Health.