It is not often that we think of Legionnaires’ disease, the form of pneumonia brought on by inhaling aerosolized water containing L pneumophila bacteria. But when the illness rears its ugly head,...
Beyond reporting: Prevention on elder abuse
By
Cean Eppelheimer
May 27, 2016
Elder abuse is a real and growing problem in the U.S. An estimated one out of every 10 elders in this country will report experiencing abuse, which can take the form of physical, sexual, or financial abuse,...
How mobile inspections minimize accidents
By
Jindou Lee
Jun 15, 2018
Senior citizens fall more often and experience greater risk from falls than the general population, and this must be taken into account when maintaining and repairing senior living spaces.
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Find out what it means to me!
By
Nancy Anderson, RN, MA
Jan 15, 2019
If you’ve ever been on the receiving end of disrespect, you’re acutely aware of how that feels. Maybe you haven’t been the target of outright bullying or hostility, but what about more subtle forms...
Cleanliness is linked to care
By
Leah Larson
Jul 21, 2014
With an estimated 70% of people who reach age 65 needing some form of long-term care service, senior living communities will find it increasingly important to learn about and develop solutions for the...
Data proves to be the right prescription for a healthier bottom line
Oct 11, 2017
This is a pivotal moment for the entire sector. With reforms pending, decision makers at skilled nursing facilities specifically, are faced with trying to understand how to address and prepare for upcoming...
Nine tips for becoming a home or alternate site infusion pharmacy
By
Rob Cannon
Sep 25, 2013
As healthcare reform is implemented, a heightened emphasis on cost-containment is putting pressure on all healthcare providers. As hospitals determine how to reduce readmission rates and shift care to...
New options in financing long-term care
By
Tom McInerney
May 20, 2016
Medicaid is not a sustainable way to pay for long-term care.
Keeping score in 2014
By
Anne Tumlinson
Feb 21, 2014
If new payment reform initiatives sowed the seeds of small disruptions in 2013 — narrowing referral networks and prompting clinical integration, those seeds will start sprouting bigger disruption...
Using technology-enabled care models to reduce readmissions
By
Alan Snell, M.D., MMM
Mar 06, 2013
As healthcare reform is implemented and hospitals are facing stiff readmission penalties, they will be looking for new models of care and strong post-discharge partners to help reduce avoidable readmissions....