SNF workforce ‘far below’ pre-pandemic levels but finally showing signs of life
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 27, 2022
Skilled nursing operators are finally making workforce gains in recent months, but they’re still experiencing slower recovery when compared to the assisted living sector.
Skilled nursing growth continues to lag, NIC finds
By
Marty Stempniak
Aug 24, 2018
Skilled nursing continues to have the weakest inventory growth out of long-term care property types, with independent living leading the pack. That’s according to a new analysis of primary housing...
Senior housing poised for growth, NIC president says
Sep 30, 2011
Even though the economy is struggling, the senior housing sector has plenty of good days ahead, according to National Investment Center for the Seniors Housing & Care Industry President Robert G. Kramer.
Future shock
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2008
Historically, those in need of seniors housing and care options had but one real choice: nursing homes. But market changes and policy shifts have collectively reduced the role of nursing care as the nation’s...
Feds to target value, outlays
By
John O'Connor
May 08, 2015
Providers can kiss fee-for-service payments goodbye, says Kathleen Sebelius.
Shifting policy, care demands impacting SNF occupancy rates
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Jan 11, 2016
Demand for more specialized care and an evolving policy environment could be behind a decrease in nursing home occupancy rates, according to an expert with the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing...
Nursing homes ended 2020 with nearly 8% decline in occupancy rate: NIC
By
Danielle Brown
Sep 27, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic caused the skilled nursing occupancy rate to drop by about 7.7% between 2019 and 2020, according to a new report by the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care.
Flu, falls drove SNF occupancy in early 2016, report shows
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Jun 23, 2016
Skilled nursing facilities enjoyed increased occupancy rates in the first quarter of 2016, likely spurred by winter-related causes, according to a new report.
For show organizers, laughter may be the best medicine
Oct 27, 2009
As the fall trade show season kicks in, event planners are offering the usual opportunities to mingle with peers, learn more about the market and explore new products. This year, they are also showcasing...
SMASH conference returns Oct. 18
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 01, 2021
After a year of virtual existence due to pandemic conditions, the 2021 Senior Care Sales and Marketing Summit takes place in-person Oct. 18-20 at the Green Valley Resort in Las Vegas.