During remodeling or in between, providers must be continuously mindful of keeping environments clean. “Designers, housekeeping staff and maintenance professionals need to take every opportunity...
EHR usage still too slow
By
John Hall
Jan 06, 2017
When it comes to electronic health records use, providers are filling a gradually building bandwagon, but struggling with resources and a lack of interoperability
How to do it… Designing for mobility
By
John Hall
Dec 06, 2016
Choosing and installing mobility aids are among the most important safety decisions a provider will have to make. This month experts discuss decision points about designing spaces that feature them, and...
Winners in doubt
By
John Hall
Dec 06, 2016
No rest for weary providers in the battle to beat germs in long-term care settings
How to do it… Professional development
By
John Hall
Nov 05, 2016
Long-term care workers at all levels often wonder how they can take the next step in their own professional development. With strained resources, that’s sometimes a challenge. Here are some insights...
Feature: Built for success
By
John Hall
Nov 05, 2016
The effectiveness of long-term care operations depends on obtaining capital
for physical features as much as the staff members who work in them
How to do it … maximizing rehab space
By
John Hall
Oct 01, 2016
State-of-the-art equipment and amenities attract growing legions of aging boomers to rehab. Where to put them all — the people and equipment, that is — is the challenge. Even with limited budgets and...
Pain points
By
John Hall
Oct 01, 2016
‘Getting ahead’ has led to painkillers becoming long-term care’s most vexing drug problem; addictions, overdependence cloud the newly restrictive picture
How to do it… Streamlining bath time
By
John Hall
Sep 05, 2016
Bathing can present a host of challenges, unforeseen mishaps and incidents that can easily disrupt daily routines. But choosing the right tools, creating a calming environment, careful advance preparations,...
Static on the line
By
John Hall
Sep 05, 2016
Connectivity one of the rural provider IT challenges that also can affect others