There are some tangible signs that things are getting better for the senior living sector, and probably for the overall economy as well.
DAY ONE: Fourth annual McKnight’s Online Expo to begin with webcasts on quality, wound care and...
Mar 24, 2010
The fourth annual McKnight’s Online Expo, the largest online trade show serving the long-term care industry, kicks off today with three educational seminars. It’s not too late to join the more-than...
Former CMS chief: Providers could face “very tough” year ahead
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Haymarket Media
Oct 08, 2004
The immediate past chief of the nation’s Medicare and Medicaid programs said Thursday that long-term care providers should enjoy things now because next year could be rougher when it comes to funding.
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.
What’s causing all the concern?
By
John Hall
Nov 15, 2019
Occupancy in the senior housing sector has long been characterized by peaks and valleys. But recent history has hardly been typical. Occupancy decreased to 87.8% in the second quarter of 2019, from...
Seniors housing holds strong in weak economy
By
Liza Berger
Jul 22, 2008
It’s a great time to be in seniors housing. I know that must sound pretty naive, given that “great” does not exactly evoke the current state of economic affairs. But considering the broader landscape,...
10 ways to ‘win’ long-term care’s workforce woes
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James M. Berklan
Mar 28, 2022
DALLAS — Long-term care’s overwhelming No. 1 problem — staffing — must be met with aggressive, multipronged efforts to lure and retain workers.
Kramer’s message: Doing nothing is not an option
By
John O'Connor
Mar 06, 2020
Leave it to Robert G. Kramer to deliver potentially devastating news in a way that inspires hope.
So, you want to be ready for the ‘future’ of long-term care?
By
John O'Connor
Sep 06, 2019
Take a moment to write down the major trends in this market and how long they are likely to last and — more importantly — how they have and likely will affect your organization.
Looming employee insurance mandate could be a lose-lose
By
John O'Connor
Sep 24, 2012
Staffing has always been a major challenge in the seniors housing and care sector. And a new health insurance requirement scheduled to take effect in less than 16 months could worsen the problem.