In 15 years, at least 2.5 million more long-term care workers will be needed to keep pace with the resulting increase in caregiving demands, according to researchers at the University of California at...
Rides for loved ones a reasonable benefit, AHCA claims
By
John O'Connor
Dec 08, 2014
Operators should be able to offer free or discounted rides to the loved ones of residents being transported to skilled care facilities, asserts a letter from the American Health Care Association.
Exercise need not be strenuous to aid memory preservation, study finds
By
John O'Connor
Feb 19, 2020
Moderate exercises such as brisk walks and water aerobics can be just as helpful for preserving memory function as high-intensity workouts, United Kingdom researchers have found.
This is a man on a mission: William L. Minnix, Jr., D.Min., President and CEO, AAHSA
By
John O'Connor
Jan 10, 2005
When you talk to some of the people who know Larry Minnix, it’s not long before you hear the following refrain: he was born to lead AAHSA.
Silly season in full bloom
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2012
The Democrats and Republicans have wrapped up their conventions. Labor Day has passed. Cable TV is on a 24/7 news cycle. And unprecedented funding is flowing into this year’s campaigns.
Few signs of a deal as fiscal cliff nears
By
John O'Connor
Dec 02, 2012
Winning candidates had little time to enjoy November election victories, thanks to a looming $600 billion fiscal cliff.
Newest budget plan earns cutting rebuke
By
John O'Connor
Mar 01, 2012
Providers had braced for possible reimbursement cuts in President Obama’s 2013 budget. But the actual reductions could be even more austere than anticipated.
Just what the doctor ordered: Concise clinical news you can use
By
John O'Connor
Jun 07, 2019
Today marks the official launch of the McKnight’s Clinical Update. Each day, this free digital e-newsletter will report on clinical developments that affect this field.
The BIG Picture: The kid gloves come off
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2009
The Internet has given rise to an angry mob that seems intent on snuffing out any thoughts that don’t align with theirs.
The BIG Picture: compartmentalization of ideas is no way to expand a world view
By
John O'Connor
Aug 01, 2009
The marketplace of ideas remains a worthy goal, but there doesn’t appear to be too many shoppers.