Assisted living giant Sunrise Senior Living Inc. said Wednesday its board is exploring strategic alternatives, which include a possible company sale.
Lawmakers revisit sprinkler legislation
By
James M. Berklan
Jul 06, 2007
Nearly 1 in 5 nursing homes might find themselves shopping for sprinkler systems as a result of a new push from federal lawmakers.
Transportation feature — Riding high
By
Julie Williamson
Jul 06, 2007
Access to reliable, safe vehicles can boost your facility’s image – and improve the quality of life for your residents.
Manor Care approves sale to private equity firm
By
Haymarket Media
Jul 03, 2007
Following the lead of other major long-term care chains, the board of Manor Care Inc., the largest nursing home chain in the United States, has agreed to sell the company to a private equity firm.
Court OKs class-action suit against nursing home
By
Haymarket Media
Jul 03, 2007
The Arkansas Supreme Court has granted class action status to a lawsuit against a nursing home in the state.
Bush vetoes stem cell research bill
By
Haymarket Media
Jun 21, 2007
President Bush late Wednesday vetoed a stem cell research bill. It is the second year in a row he has nixed legislation that would allow researchers access to more stem cell lines.
Companion sprinkler bill introduced in Senate
By
Haymarket Media
Jun 15, 2007
Sens. Christopher Dodd and Richard Burr (R-NC) have introduced a bill that would pave the way for making every nursing home in the nation fully equipped with sprinklers.
60 Seconds with… Ron Silva, CEO, Fillmore Capital Partners LLC
By
Haymarket Media
Jun 01, 2007
Q: Your company has been involved in a pretty intense bidding fight with the Formation Capital people over Genesis HealthCare Corp. Why do you continue to ratchet up this contest?
A: The two combined properties...
Infection Control Feature — Under attack
By
Liza Berger
Jun 01, 2007
With contagions becoming more prevalent in facilities,
a strong prevention program can be the best defense.
How to do it… Skin assessment
By
Haymarket Media
Jun 01, 2007
New admissions can start making – or costing – skilled nursing providers significant sums of money almost immediately. A key factor is how efficiently and thoroughly a new resident is assessed and...