Harborside Healthcare has agreed to purchase 11 long-term care facilities operated by Wells Health Systems Inc. of Owensboro, KY, as part of its continued growth in that part of the country, company officials...
Sunrise REIT acquires interest in 24 more U.S. properties
By
Haymarket Media
Sep 18, 2006
Sunrise Senior Living Real Estate Investment Trust has acquired an 80% interest in 24 additional assisted living communities in 12 states.
Admin, DON salaries rise at a slower clip
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 08, 2006
Nursing home administrators hit a record high national median salary this year, and so did directors of nursing. But each group saw a slowdown in momentum that built last year.
Opinion — THE BIG PICTURE: A flat market has its benefits
Sep 08, 2006
New York Times Columnist Thomas Friedman helps demystify globalization’s full impact in his most recent book, The World is Flat.
Profile — Carving out a niche: David Schless, President, ASHA
By
Julie Williamson
Sep 08, 2006
One could say that David Schless was a bit ahead of his time when, at just under 20 years of age, he chose a career path geared toward seniors. Schless, however, would say his focus was right on target.
Risk management feature — Taking a gamble
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 08, 2006
The task of risk management is becoming more complicated as the number of Alzheimer’s and dementia residents rises.
Lifts/Bathing Feature — Raising the bar
By
Julie Williamson
Sep 08, 2006
Along with expectations, the no-lift movement has raised questions for providers intent on doing the right thing.
Massachusetts seniors lose battle with Big Tobacco
By
Haymarket Media
Sep 01, 2006
In a case that may have broader implications, a group of seniors in the Northeast took on the tobacco industry and lost.
Omnicare accused of Medicaid fraud
By
Haymarket Media
Aug 23, 2006
Michigan Attorney General Mike Cox has charged a subsidiary of Omnicare Inc. with defrauding the state’s Medicaid system of nearly $5 million since 1998.
Former Beverly facilities undergo name change
By
Haymarket Media
Aug 21, 2006
It may be said literally that everything the new owner of Beverly Enterprises Inc. touches turns to gold.