Move to improve residents’ quality of life a welcome development
By
Nancy L. Gorman
Aug 04, 2009
Enhanced standards from The Joint Commission complement new guidance from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Both emphasize improving the quality of life of long-term care residents.
Need financing? Don’t forget about HUD
By
T. Brian Pollard
Nov 20, 2008
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is a good source of financing for seniors housing and care providers, particularly in today’s constricted lending climate.
Apply outcomes measurement to therapy services
By
Bill Goulding
Mar 09, 2010
Outcomes measurement is a powerful tool that can help demonstrate the quality of therapy your long-term care facility is providing. Why not give it a try?
Everyone needs a long-term care plan
By
Ken Dychtwald
Nov 18, 2009
My parents wisely purchased long-term care insurance. They have showed me that now more than ever, it’s important to think ahead.
Nursing homes merit greater attention in debate about deficit reduction
By
Mark Gloth, D.O.
Aug 01, 2011
As President Obama and Congress continue to evaluate a multitude of different ways to reduce Medicare spending, it is more important than ever for lawmakers to understand the critical role nursing homes...
MDS 3.0 and RUG-IV: It takes a team
By
Loren Claypool
Aug 24, 2010
The upcoming implementation of MDS 3.0 makes it even more apparent that changes in key operational and clinical systems are necessary now to ensure a successful implementation that fosters resident-centered...
Help people prepare for aging
By
Anthony Cirillo
Jul 27, 2010
Long-term care organizations have a responsibility to teach people about living quality lives as older adults. It also makes business sense to do so.
The advantages of remote medication dispensing
By
Dave Doane
May 18, 2010
Medication dispensing technology has evolved in the long-term care pharmacy field. Remote dispensing is a new model that speeds up access to medications and allows nurses to spend more time with residents.
Specialized wellness programs beneficial for seniors
By
Khadi Madama
Dec 14, 2010
Wellness programs can help to unlock creativity and promote overall well-being in older adults.
LTC LINKTank competition creates launchpad for innovation in aging
By
John Reinhart
Jun 15, 2012
Innovation in aging care has been talked about for years, but the opportunity has never been greater than right now. Desired solutions appropriate for this actively aging population are growing in mindshare,...