Making secure choices: What administrators should know about security systems
By
Amy Novotney
Oct 18, 2019
Resident safety is an equal-opportunity landmine for providers. Three out of five assisted living residents affected by dementia, for example, will wander as a way of coping with their condition-related...
‘E’-harmony
Dec 01, 2008
While it might require some significant financial investment, information technology can positively affect an organization.
Interest-ing times
By
John Andrews
Oct 01, 2013
As interest rates slowly nudge upward and public financing agencies remain under scrutiny, analysts look at the ramifications for skilled nursing and seniors housing
An IT game changer
By
John Hall
Jan 08, 2018
Readmission rates are being attacked from all sides, and that includes by information
technology and software suppliers. Here’s a provider guide to ‘teching-up’
Still in the game: cognitively impaired seniors can benefit greatly from mind exercises
By
Julie Williamson
May 01, 2009
Brain fitness exercises are not just for mentally sharp seniors. They also can aid cognitively impaired older adults—and often deliver unexpected results
Tech pilots: End strong
By
John Hall
Dec 05, 2019
More providers need to take part in I.T. test programs — and stick with them.
Bugs and drugs
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 05, 2017
The focus shifts to infection control and medication management processes as preparations for Phase II of the new Final Rule ramp up for concerned providers
Referrals at risk
By
Julie Williamson
Jan 01, 2014
Interoperability for technology solutions is crucial for long-term care providers.
Prolonging other lives
By
Amy Novotney
Jul 04, 2016
How, where and when furniture is used is directly related to the ability to extend its durability and life, especially in high-traffic areas like dining rooms or lobbies
IT expands its horizons: From furnaces to food service, a wealth of software services are available to...
By
John Hall
Apr 08, 2018
While some solutions are just beginning to realize their potential, others are evolving beyond the wildest expectations.