How to beat the COVID-19 staffing crisis? Communication, strong oversight
By
Liza Berger
Sep 25, 2020
The pandemic has hammered long-term care on numerous operational fronts, from testing the field’s infection control capabilities to depressing occupancy rates. One of the hardest-hit areas has been staffing.
A vision for long-term care
By
Liza Berger
Sep 22, 2020
Many milestones come and go — a birthday perhaps, the start of the new year, even. Then there are some that seem to be meaningful. Today, the first day of autumn, seems to fall into that category. We...
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Dale Thompson
By
Liza Berger
Sep 21, 2020
When pivotal programs are put into place, it becomes easy to forget there was a time without them.
A major step forward or lacking teeth? COVID-19 report prompts range of emotions
By
Liza Berger
Sep 18, 2020
The much-anticipated report outlining COVID-19 problems in nursing homes and offering corresponding recommendations elicited a range of opinions from stakeholders Thursday.
The lockdown’s ill effects
By
Liza Berger
Sep 15, 2020
We all know that human contact is important. But when you are talking about vulnerable people who rely on human interaction to maintain their quality of life, interacting with loved ones is not a benefit,...
Webinar on Sept. 30 targets staff turnover solutions
By
Liza Berger
Sep 14, 2020
It’s not easy to retain long-term care staff. The pandemic has exacerbated the problem. A webinar to take place Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 1 p.m. ET, will discuss a range of tactics to improve retention....
A road trip to remember
By
Liza Berger
Sep 09, 2020
A recent road trip made me think we may beat this pandemic yet. But we do have a ways to go still.
McKnight’s Product Theater to debut on Sept. 24
By
Liza Berger
Sep 02, 2020
McKnight’s first-ever Product Theater on Sept. 24 will provide demonstrations and information about the newest innovations to help run a more successful business in the COVID-19 environment. Session...
Flu-COVID-19 combo feared
By
Liza Berger
Sep 01, 2020
The prospect of the flu and COVID-19 hitting at the same time in the fall offers a uniquely daunting situation for providers. Adhering to certain protocols, however, will help, experts said.
McKnight’s honors top female leaders
By
Liza Berger
Sep 01, 2020
The 2020 McKnight’s Women of Distinction Awards ceremony celebrated 45 of the field’s top female leaders during an online ceremony on July 29.