It must be summer. How do I know? Congress is dragging its heels on an important piece of legislative business.
Alzheimer’s conference offers research surprises
By
Liza Berger
Jul 15, 2010
I always look forward to the research that emerges from the annual international Alzheimer’s conference. This year, the meeting has not disappointed.
The assisted living-plus model
By
Liza Berger
Jul 14, 2010
Long-term care facilities around the country are working to enhance the appeal of their units. Renaissance Gardens at Riderwood in Silver Spring is one of them.
A new hit to therapy providers
By
Liza Berger
Jul 09, 2010
Another proposed rehab rule threatens to cut significant revenues from long-term care providers.
A vacancy that needed filling
By
Liza Berger
Jul 07, 2010
President Obama has made another recess appointment—this one with big implications for long-term care.
AAHSA ready to embrace change
By
Liza Berger
Jul 01, 2010
So, it’s been (nearly) determined. The new name for the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging is, drum roll please, LeadingAge.
About those Sunrise bonuses …
By
Liza Berger
Jun 29, 2010
A recent move by the board at Sunrise Senior Living Inc. may prompt some questioning from those in long-term care.
Road trip for Medicaid relief
By
Liza Berger
Jun 25, 2010
The American Health Care Association is hitting the road on Tuesday. That’s when the association is kicking off its 40-state Driving for Quality RV Tour.
Now available: Robot for pet therapy
By
Liza Berger
Jun 24, 2010
He is a sweet furry creature named Paro, and, yes, he’s a robot. So what’s the problem?
Drink your fruits and vegetables
By
Liza Berger
Jun 18, 2010
Everyone likes a juicy story. That became apparent recently after we ran an item about the beneficial effects of apple juice on people with Alzheimer’s.