Facility looks to culture change to enhance residents’ quality of life
By
William Thistleton and Jacqueline Warmuth
Aug 21, 2008
Charles T. Sitrin Health Care Center in New Hartford, NY, is transforming its community into a model of culture change, and will use the setting to study the effects of resident-centered care.
Nursing home therapy dogs: courage givers, door openers and conversation starters
By
Kevin R. McMahon
May 11, 2009
A Labradoodle named Daisy has brought hours of love and affection to the residents of The Merriman in Akron, OH. Her impact has inspired a project to increase the presence of dogs and owners in institutional...
A new idea for hospice in long-term care
By
Larry Beresford
Jun 29, 2010
The latest research raises the question of whether nursing homes should take charge of hospice care and not rely on outside contractors.
The boomers are coming! The boomers are coming!
By
Chip Zimmer
Jan 13, 2009
A tidal wave of older adults is about to hit long-term care–and these seniors are not about to sit idly in rocking chairs.
Turning on the lights for nursing home residents
By
Eric Smith
Aug 19, 2009
Many nursing home residents have difficulty switching on their over-the-bed lights. I have developed a solution that works–and I want to tell you more about it.
Care model adds meaning to lives of dementia residents
By
Kim Warchol
Dec 21, 2010
A skilled nursing facility in Creve Coeur, MO, examines the interests, routines, likes, dislikes and other personal preferences of residents with dementia.
Short cycle dispense: A case study in implementation
By
Jonathan Shaatal, R.PH., MS, and Carol Sirianni, R.PH.,
Aug 02, 2012
A new rule from CMS promises to have a tremendous impact on how long-term care pharmacy (LTCP) providers serving skilled nursing facilities will operate their businesses and serve facility residents. A...
Special project brings children, nursing home residents together
By
Janet Listokin
Apr 13, 2009
Isabella Geriatric Center in New York City helps bridge the gap between children and nursing home residents with a special intergenerational program.
The benefits of developing a clinical lattice program in a long-term care facility
By
Yvonne English
May 19, 2009
An internal clinical lattice program could result in money savings, staff development, improved morale and better employee retention. Have you thought about starting one?
Protect yourself against Olmstead
By
Robert K. Neiman
Sep 15, 2010
The Olmstead decision—that governments provide housing to vulnerable populations in the lease restrictive environments—has led to several class-action lawsuits. Here are ways to guard your residents...