You already know the LTC story to watch this year (and so do they)
By
James M. Berklan
Jan 12, 2018
Look into the crystal balls out there to speculate about the rest of 2018. But remember, too, that examining the past is also a very good way to know the road ahead.
Gravity wins — again
By
Gary Tetz
Jan 11, 2018
If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that everything happens for a reason. In my case, life’s challenges are apparently meted out by the gods for the sole purpose of entertaining...
Also in the News for Thursday, Jan. 11
Jan 11, 2018
CDC maps its 50-state battle against antibiotic resistance with success stories … Geriatric nurses in emergency departments reduce likelihood of inpatient admission … Utah researchers develop...
Book tackles nursing retirement
Jan 10, 2018
A new book offers resources for nurses thinking about retirement.
Restoring hope in Puerto Rico
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jan 10, 2018
Three months after Hurricane Maria, many of the workers who care for Puerto Rico’s seniors still don’t have power or running water at home. But day after day, they show up to care for long-term...
Ask the Care Expert about … infection prevention
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Jan 08, 2018
We are working hard on infection prevention at my facility. Do you have any ideas on how to really make staff think about how important they are to this process?
Three things that won’t happen in long-term care during 2018
By
John O'Connor
Jan 08, 2018
Last week I offered three fearless predictions for the year ahead in long-term care. So without further ado, here are three predictions every long-term care operator can count on. As in, count on NOT to...
Nursing homes catching a break? What do you think?
By
James M. Berklan
Jan 05, 2018
When stuff hits the fan, it’s often all a matter of perspective. That’s the pickle nursing homes find themselves in today.
Bill would require more emergency prep in nursing homes
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jan 03, 2018
A new bill seeks to bolster emergency preparedness at the nation’s nursing homes, even as the Trump administration backs away from some non-compliance penalties.
Senior care providers get new cyber security guidance
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jan 03, 2018
The LeadingAge Center for Aging Services Technologies (CAST) has developed new research aimed at helping senior healthcare providers better understand cybersecurity threats and mitigate risks.