Memory Care Summit 2016: “Breaking Away from the Pack” is entering its final stages of preparations and sign-ups. The event runs Jan. 5-7, 2016, at the South Seas Island Resort at Captiva Island,...
Dementia care, QAPI the focus of Dec. 1 provider call
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 19, 2015
Skilled nursing providers will have a rich agenda to soak up Dec. 1 when the MLN Connects National Provider Call features a doctor pointing out how to better manage high-risk medications and a pharmacist...
Aging2.0 AgeTech Expo nearing
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 05, 2015
The Aging2.0 AgeTech Expo will feature innovation tours, workshops, educational panels and a “Pitch-for-Pilots (P4P)” session when executive, nursing, I.T. leaders and others in long-term and...
LeadingAge annual meeting and expo says ‘Cheers!’
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 29, 2015
A replica bar from the television show “Cheers” will be a highlight for many attendees at the LeadingAge Annual Meeting and Expo being held Sunday through Wednesday in Boston. Dozens of continuing...
Hospice issues aired at NAHC annual meeting
Oct 22, 2015
The National Association for Home Care and Hospice is holding its annual meeting Wednesday through Friday at the Opryland Hotel in Nashville. There will be 90 educational sessions and keynote addresses...
LTC Innovation Summit kicks off Tuesday
Oct 08, 2015
The second annual Louisville Innovation Summit takes place Tuesday and Wednesday with a gathering of 500 executives and entrepreneurs focusing on the future of aging care. More than 40 speakers and 15...
NIC annual conference starts Wednesday
Sep 24, 2015
The 25th national conference of the National Investment Center for the Seniors Housing and Care Industry kicks off Wednesday evening with a set of receptions just outside Washington, D.C.
National Falls Prevention Conference starts Monday
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 17, 2015
The National Falls Prevention Conference, which runs from Monday through Wednesday in Los Angeles. The program will feature keynote talks from researchers at Johns Hopkins University and UCLA, as well...
Webinar focuses on suicide prevention and older adults
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 10, 2015
The National Council on Aging is hosting a special webinar next Thursday (Sept. 17) focusing on suicide among older adults. Three expert speakers will discuss risk factors and successful strategies for...
Online Expo, free CE credits around the corner
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 03, 2015
Providers have an outstanding chance to polish their knowledge and skills in three key areas of long-term care Wednesday. McKnight’s 3rd Annual Fall Online Expo features nationally respected speakers...