Looking to survive in long-term care? Then it’s time to ‘pay’ up
By
John O'Connor
May 23, 2016
If you want to build an organization that’s built to last for very long time, say multiple generations, follow the three-payment plan.
The future of long-term care is clear: Adapt or else
By
John O'Connor
Apr 19, 2021
COVID-19 is the best thing that happened to long-term care, said no operator, ever.
It’s a struggle to survive in long-term care, and maybe that’s a good thing
By
John O'Connor
May 03, 2013
We live in a nation that worships people associated with success. We tend to name buildings, highways and even states after such high-level achievers. Perhaps rightfully so. They are the few who show the...
Another one bites the dust
By
John O'Connor
Nov 15, 2021
Skilled care has been absorbing a lot of body blows lately. The latest was delivered Friday, and it’s going to leave a mark.
80-year-old’s Thanksgiving ‘first’ worth the wait
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Dec 01, 2015
For many, traveling is as synonymous with Thanksgiving as turkey, frantic shopping and green bean casserole are. But for one Kentucky nursing home resident, this year’s family gathering was far from...
Long-term care insurance proving easy to ignore
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 05, 2012
Long-term care insurance sellers must feel a bit like broccoli farmers under the first George Bush presidency. They’re not getting the love the feel they deserve.
We’re ugly, and our mothers dress us funny?
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2018
the revelation won’t do much to convince the dark suits that skilled care is the best place to put their money.
It’s not just you: Everything’s hard about Phase 2 Requirements of Participation
By
James M. Berklan
May 23, 2018
An interesting phenomena occurred Tuesday when we asked providers for the toughest part of complying with Phase 2 provisions of the Requirements of Participation.
Drugs, the lottery and your company’s future
By
John O'Connor
Apr 09, 2012
Having recently plunked down a $120 co-pay for medicine that was a far cry from designer caliber, I can relate to people who believe drugs are too expensive.
Maybe the Gray Lady needs an eye exam?
By
John O'Connor
May 11, 2020
There’s no arguing this: The so-called newspaper of record sure has it in for nursing homes.