Clean up the waste: cost savings through cleaner facilities
By
Julie Williamson
Mar 01, 2010
Inefficient laundry and housekeeping operations can generate unnecessary expenses. Improving cleaning practices is just one way to find extra savings
4th Online Expo brings major topics to you
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 01, 2010
McKnight’s annual virtual meeting and trade show again will offer five free CEUs
Ventas, Five Star companies report stronger earnings for fiscal year 2009
Feb 19, 2010
Funds from operations (FFO) at Ventas Inc., a healthcare real estate investment firm, increased in fiscal year 2009, the company reported Thursday.
NIC MAP announces reduced rates for industry stats
Feb 09, 2010
NIC MAP studies that cover the third quarter of 2009 are available at a $50 discount through Feb. 15, the organization announced. The reports provide metro-area specific data on occupancy, supply and construction...
Sunrise ousts North American vice president in cost-saving move
Feb 04, 2010
Sunrise Senior Living Inc. on Monday said it will terminate the employment of Daniel Schwartz, senior vice president of North American Operations, effective May 31, 2010.
Proving your worth: finding capital in tight times
By
Julie Williamson
Feb 01, 2010
It’s been a tough several months and, understandably, some providers have not been thriving. But credit is still available—even to those who have stumbled
Sun forecasts lower-than-expected annual earnings
Jan 08, 2010
Skilled nursing chain Sun Healthcare Group Inc. projects earnings per share of $0.92 to $0.98 for 2010.
Office 360 picks Sam Calderon to lead healthcare and hospitality division
Jan 05, 2010
Office360, a national distributor of office supplies and furniture, recently hired Sam Calderon as president of healthcare and hospitality sales for the Americas. Calderon, founder of Calderon Textiles...
The hospitality suite: Nursing homes adopt luxurious looks for short-stay patients
By
John Andrews
Jan 01, 2010
Luxury has become a defining characteristic of short-term stay units. Patients are looking for everything from flat screen TVs to recliners and sleepers
A roadmap for EMRs: strategies and starting places for long-term care
By
Julie Williamson
Jan 01, 2010
It’s important to choose the right path when implementing electronic medical records. Starting small and identifying a strategy are good places to begin