Negligent homicide charges are reduced in ventilator case
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
A New York jury acquitted three former nursing home workers of homicide charges stemming from allegations that they ignored alarms warning of a disconnected ventilator.
December Business Briefs
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
The Ensign Group announced several acquisitions in November, including two Idaho skilled nursing facilities, a continuing care retirement community in Kansas, and an assisted living facility in Texas.
Department of Justice weighs down Diversicare
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
Hampered by an ongoing investigation, Diversicare Healthcare Services recorded a $7.4 million net loss in the third quarter of this year.
Sabra reluctantly terminates Senior Care Centers’ leases
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
Sabra Health Care is cutting ties with its largest skilled nursing operator and selling 36 facilities.
Stronger stroke-heart attack link found
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
Having a heart attack increases the risk of stroke more than previously believed, according to new study results.
Dedicated dementia units in SNFs desirable, Harvard says
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
Harvard Medical School researchers are urging nursing homes to spread the use of dedicated dementia care units, and they they have the numbers to back up their push.
Moody blues? Join a choir, new study says
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 04, 2018
Participating in community choirs can help to reduce loneliness and boost seniors’ interest in life, according to University of California San Francisco researchers. Over a three-year period, investigators...
Federal report recommends killing certificates of need for nursing homes
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
A new federal report is suggesting getting rid of certificate of need requirements for nursing homes to help fuel more choice and competition in the field.
Judge affirms decision to revoke license of nursing home where hurricane brought death
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
An administrative law judge is siding with the state of Florida in its decision to revoke the license of the nursing home where 12 seniors died last year.
Alaska nursing homes safe, despite public safety emergency after 7.0 earthquake
By
Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
Despite a 7.0 magnitude earthquake hitting Alaska over the weekend — tearing open roads and jostling buildings — the state’s skilled nursing facilities have remained up and running, officials said...