Let’s make one thing perfectly clear. I’m not suggesting long-term care facilities are exactly like the Department of Motor Vehicles. They’re simply not equivalent, though I know many...
Norris joins StoneGate
Sep 06, 2017
Angela Norris recently joined StoneGate Senior Living as its senior vice president of business development. She began in July.
Advance directives are vital documents for personal care goals
By
Terri Maxwell, Ph.D., APRN
Aug 28, 2017
When completing an AD, the patient should consider what is most important, asking such questions as “Who can make medical decisions with the physician if I am unable?
Eclipse envy
By
Gary Tetz
Aug 24, 2017
Like it had just pulled an emergency triple-shift, while simultaneously serving as DON, CNA, cook, laundry assistant and defense attorney. That’s how the sun looked as I drove to work Tuesday morning...
The great eclipse
By
Gary Tetz
Aug 11, 2017
We’ve seen many partial political eclipses over the years created by both parties, where selfish interests and ambitions seem to blind them to the possibility of solving actual challenges together.
New normal to grasp
By
Gary Tetz
Aug 09, 2017
Get your life back! Do what you love again! Say goodbye to pain, and hello to a vibrant, ache-free existence!
ASCP releases platform for education
Aug 08, 2017
ASCP has launched a new set of tools for pharmacists called SenioRX Solutions, which includes its new Business Skills Certificate Program, online directory, Virtual Pharmacy Network, pathway to BCGP, and...
The Hiker’s Guide to the Long-term Care Galaxy
By
Gary Tetz
Jul 27, 2017
Much of what I know about success (or failure) in life, love and long-term care has been reinforced by lessons learned over years of hiking. As a result, I now take it as a point of professional pride...
Exercise is your job
By
Gary Tetz
Jul 13, 2017
I didn’t go to the gym this morning because I had to write this blog about the importance of exercise in the long-term care workplace. Ironic, isn’t it? Also, sad!
APM paradise found
By
Gary Tetz
Jul 06, 2017
Everyone’s talking about Alternative Payment Models (APMs) these days. Providers. Consultants. Cab drivers. Baristas. Everyone.