New research challenges assumptions about how Clostridium difficile is transmitted.
Dementia care cited as ‘main’ LTC concern
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Tim Mullaney
Nov 01, 2013
Dementia care will be increasingly at the forefront for long-term care providers, according to a new report from Alzheimer’s Disease International.
Johnson & Johnson to pay $2 billion in settlement over antipsychotic drugs in nursing homes
By
Tim Mullaney
Nov 05, 2013
Pharmaceuticals giant Johnson & Johnson and some subsidiaries will pay more than $2.2 billion to settle claims that they inappropriately promoted antipsychotic drugs for use in nursing homes, the U.S....
Systematic improvement is a key to larger culture change in long-term care, Advancing Excellence leader...
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Tim Mullaney
Nov 05, 2013
The Advancing Excellence campaign is well known for helping long-term care providers improve on measureable quality goals, but the program goes beyond this to create less quantifiable changes, according...
Former nursing home executive convicted of embezzlement agrees to $1.2 million settlement in bankruptcy...
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Tim Mullaney
Nov 05, 2013
A nursing home executive convicted of embezzling millions of dollars from publicly financed facilities has agreed to pay $1.2 million to the federal government to settle claims, through a deal worked out...
New SGR proposal: Progress or pie in the sky?
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Tim Mullaney
Nov 05, 2013
I’ve recently drawn up my plans for the winter, and I’m very excited about what’s in store! I’d like to share my ideas with you and get some feedback. Let’s call this the...
HackFest winners build a virtual bridge between senior living communities and homebound elders
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Tim Mullaney
Nov 04, 2013
Homebound elderly people might soon have easy virtual access to activities offered by senior living communities, thanks to the winners of the inaugural LeadingAge HackFest.
Therapy animals delay progression of dementia symptoms in nursing home residents, study finds
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Tim Mullaney
Nov 04, 2013
Engagement with therapy animals slows down the progression of dementia symptoms in nursing home residents, according to a recently published study.
Roommate dispute turns deadly at New York nursing home
By
Tim Mullaney
Nov 04, 2013
A dispute about privacy appears to have led a nursing home resident to kill his roommate with a wheelchair leg rest, according to authorities in New York City.
Minnix: Medicaid managed care is inevitable, can benefit every community
By
Tim Mullaney
Nov 01, 2013
Providers and long-term care advocates need to embrace Medicaid managed care systems, which have the potential to drive improved health outcomes and bottom lines while helping providers serve those most...