In this time of interest in providing better care for dual eligibles, CMS has piloted many new models of care and will now allow for-profit PACE programs.
Lincoln at night is the cure
By
Gary Tetz
Oct 22, 2015
Anyone worried about the macro-challenges perpetually facing long-term care, and the country, should spend some quality time with Mr. Lincoln — preferably at night.
How one SNF landed AHCA’s top distinction
By
Tom Boyes
Oct 08, 2014
This year, our Altercare of Louisville Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing became the first center in Ohio to earn the American Healthcare Association and National Center for Assisted Living’s...
Caregiving in the ER – Part 2
By
Bob Bua and Charlotte S. Yeh, M.D.
Nov 07, 2012
Family caregivers and family members needing emergency care are growing in number, and their combined impact is becoming evident to long term care professionals. Here are tips to help them in their time...
Design Decisions: Westminster Village
By
John Andrews
Oct 22, 2018
It’s readily apparent that conducting a complete renovation of a continuing care retirement community is a huge undertaking — especially when the property is nearly 40 years old.
Time again for the most imaginative call-out excuse
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
May 03, 2016
It’s time again for the nearly annual “most imaginative reason to call-out” blog. What is the most imaginative call-out you have ever received by somebody wanting to take a day off work?...
A rescue plan that delivers more capital to LTC?
By
John O'Connor
Oct 26, 2012
When it comes to delivering capital for senior living projects, mortgage financing giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have a long but checkered history.
Open up and say ‘Aha’
By
James M. Berklan
Dec 01, 2010
OK, raise your hand if you were surprised to learn that physicians averted a major Medicare pay cut that was supposed to take place this week. Didn’t think so. I wasn’t either.
Who knew? Repeal of RUG-IV delay in bill one day and out the next
By
Liza Berger
Jul 26, 2010
When crafting legislation, horse trades are a well-established part of the ritual. What’s unfortunate is that many people who have a stake in these deals don’t know about them.
Holy lost childhood memories, Batman!
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Jun 27, 2017
I am sure many of you heard that the first media Batman, Adam West, passed away on June 9. I feel like some of my childhood passed away with him. You see, he made an immense impact on pop culture at the...