Be careful about showing appreciation during unstable times
By
Paul White
Oct 21, 2016
Sometimes well-meaning supervisors (and sometimes leaders who don’t want to do the hard work of dealing with problems) try to use appreciation as a “quick fix” for deeper issues that...
Informed caregivers can improve quality of life of Alzheimer’s residents
By
Jeff Beaty and Erica Staley
May 11, 2010
A study by Signature HealthCARE found that improving the education of caregivers enhances the well-being of Alzheimer’s residents.
New advocacy tool offers lawmaker education about long-term care pharmacy clinical value, benefits
By
Fred Burke
Jan 13, 2020
As every practitioner and advocate within our broader long-term care space knows, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to break through the noise when it comes to engaging with and educating policymakers...
‘Tried and True’ Tip!
By
Peg Tobin
Aug 26, 2019
Physically stop what you are doing and look at the staff member: That’s part of active listening.
A huge fiscal cliff looms for skilled nursing
By
Tom Coble
Aug 17, 2018
Our goal is to treat everyone like family and provide your loved ones with the highest level of quality care. But we are in an increasingly difficult situation.
Three ideas for great online marketing
By
Ken Robbins
Apr 15, 2013
By the day, more and more baby boomers are becoming the adult caregivers for their parents. They are the decision-makers who need to be targeted, but marketers for long-term care facilities are still missing...
It’s raining chocolate — hallelujah!
By
Gary Tetz
Sep 03, 2020
How fondly I remember the old days, pre-2020, when Googling “long-term care news” yielded different results
Senior Olympics tap into the spirit of winning
By
Angie McAllister
Oct 07, 2016
Each year we bring hundreds of elders together in many states to compete for top medals and trophies in a heartwarming competition.
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.
Where are the long-term care professionals?
By
Mary Helen McSweeney
Oct 02, 2013
The number of older adults and adults with disabilities in the United States is rapidly increasing. Individuals looking for rewarding healthcare careers in a competitive job market should be filling all...