It’s been said, “nurses are the heartbeat of the healthcare system.” Without them, the system could not survive.
Having my say: Not so fast with drugs
Apr 01, 2011
Susan Janeczko, Director of LTC Regulatory and Policy Affairs, National Community Pharmacists Association
Honor your greatest assets
By
Todd Ramio
Aug 01, 2008
Where there’s a nursing home there is drama, and where there is drama, there is a nursing home. If you don’t have drama, count your blessings.
Managing the media
By
Linda Arters
Apr 01, 2013
The death of a California woman not given CPR at her independent living community was a teachable moment. I know you are reviewing the operational end and facility policy. But you also must evaluate your...
A palliative care focus
By
Diane E. Meier, M.D., FACP
Feb 01, 2015
Palliative care, specialized medical care focused on treating the symptoms and stress of serious illness, should be the standard of practice for all elderly people in skilled care settings.
A place to look for help
Jan 03, 2012
Robert C. Davis, Chief Executive Officer, Optimus EMR Inc.
Hope for ailing firms: savvy and experience can usher long-term care providers through these difficult...
Jun 01, 2009
The healthcare industry spends $350 billion each year just to submit and process claims, and future prospects are particularly troubling for long-term care companies
It’s time for the obvious: Raise the retirement age
By
Jeff Petty
Sep 01, 2008
The impending Social Security crunch is not news to anyone. President Bush tried to address the issue right after his re-election, but without success. Unfortunately, it was—and still is—not considered...
Alzheimer’s and you: Honoring caregivers
Nov 01, 2010
In November, we celebrate two closely related months of national recognition: National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month and National Family Caregivers Month.
Hands say a lot about us
Nov 01, 2008
William L. “Larry” Minnix, Jr. President and CEO, American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging