Never perform after children or animals, the old show biz adage warns. The equivalent advice for this market might be to avoid replacing visionary leaders. For in both scenarios, there’s usually a tough...
Three things you need to know about COVID-19
By
John O'Connor
Mar 22, 2020
We look to be heading into even more challenging times ahead. But we must look beyond them.
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.
About that alarming rise in nursing home closings …
By
John O'Connor
Mar 02, 2020
If you own equities or are involved in the skilled care sector, last week provided more than its share of bad news.
Fortunate to have them among us
By
John O'Connor
Feb 24, 2020
Now here’s a group we can all give thanks to, especially if you’re involved in or around seniors care and housing.
McKnight’s 40 for 40: Robert G. Kramer
By
John O'Connor
Feb 24, 2020
When people discuss how freely capital now flows in this sector, demographics and a strong economy usually get the credit. Often overlooked is the man perhaps most responsible for opening the spigot: Robert...
Liar liar, pants on fire
By
John O'Connor
Feb 14, 2020
Medicaid and long-term care have been in a troubled relationship from the beginning. What’s truly amazing is that the marriage has lasted this long.
Is long-term care moving up in the world?
By
John O'Connor
Nov 29, 2019
When the big boys in Washington decide to tackle healthcare policy, long-term care rarely gets a seat at the table. Unless it’s at the children’s table.
A special day for veterans. Too bad there aren’t a lot more of them.
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John O'Connor
Nov 04, 2019
It’s nice that we’ll pause to thank our veterans next Monday, but there should be more.
What makes this event special? Let me count (some of) the ways …
By
John O'Connor
Sep 14, 2019
Unless you have actually attended NIC conferences, it’s hard to appreciate just how unique and helpful these events are.