Table talk: You have to listen to the right people
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 01, 2013
When we at McKnight’s host a special roundtable discussion, I look forward to getting to know the esteemed participants. Captains of the profession, they typically have evolved from nurses, business...
Trouble with success
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2014
As my dear mother used to say, it’s a rare cloud that doesn’t offer some kind of silver lining.
Writer’s remorse: Maybe I should not have said that
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 01, 2008
Nowadays there are all too many writers making the story about themselves. This is a violation of a traditional journalism tenet that I like to adhere to. But this time I can’t help it.
The Babysitter Problem
By
John O'Connor
May 01, 2014
It took me decades to unravel, but I think I finally figured out why my parents had nine children.
Cutting Medicare to nursing homes is poor healthcare policy
By
Alan G. Rosenbloom
Sep 15, 2009
Congress is considering healthcare reform legislation that proposes deep cuts to Medicare spending for nursing home care. Such a bill would not be the way to achieve meaningful reform.
Design Decisions: Hitting the right notes
By
Dave Surico
Feb 01, 2014
Company’s first big construction project overcomes challenges and plays on Nashville region’s tastes for music, art and local attractions
Thomas Slemmer, AAHSA Board Chairman: Modesty’s his policy
By
John Andrews
Oct 01, 2007
Don’t expect much fanfare when Thomas Slemmer ascends to the chairman’s post for the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging. He is not one to revel in the spotlight.
Manganos’ verdict hardly a bright shining moment
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 01, 2007
Exactly six months ago in this space I wrote that the trial of Sal and Mabel Mangano could turn out to be an excellent opportunity for them, and nursing homes in general, to shine. Dire circumstances often...
What’s the buzz? The unpleasant sound of alarms in long-term care facilities
By
Diana Waugh
Oct 20, 2010
Nursing homes may have cut down on their use of restraints, but they continue to use alarms, which are just as harmful to residents’ well-being.