MA plan premiums decrease, while Part D coverage increases for 2022 … Pennsylvania lawmakers extend COVID-19 waivers that helped providers manage workforce crisis … Families call for reform at veterans...
Also in the News for Wednesday, Oct. 20
Oct 20, 2021
Mix-and-match COVID booster shots to get FDA approval … Illinois officials eye nursing home reform ahead of report that lambasts state’s oversight … Federal judge rejects 11th hour bid to block Oregon...
Implementing strategies that promote true value of direct care workers will improve LTSS workforce challenges:...
By
Danielle Brown
Jul 02, 2021
The long-term services and supports sector must reimagine the direct care workforce, making employees feel more valued, to reduce turnover and improve recruitment, according to a new analysis.
Also in the News for Wednesday, April 14
Apr 14, 2021
Nursing home reform a ‘fleeting opportunity’ for industry: Kramer … Arizona advocates seek answers on state’s long-term care ombudsman program … Legislation that would delay 2% Medicare cuts...
Also in the News for Thursday, May 19
By
Danielle Brown
May 19, 2022
CDC: COVID rates spiked over last month, WHO reaffirms usefulness of second booster for some groups … AMA poll finds job satisfaction dropping for healthcare workers … DOL Chief Walsh backs immigration...
Also in the News for Wednesday, Dec. 15
Dec 15, 2021
Michigan establishes council aimed at increasing staffing levels, supporting workforce development at nursing homes … Maine deploys National Guard to 10 nursing homes, hospitals … Illinois nursing...
Also in the News for Wednesday, Nov. 10
Nov 10, 2021
Michigan providers want $650M to address workforce shortages … Union demands investigation into Missouri operator as workers strike … Pennsylvania lawmakers continue push for funding reform among nursing...
Also in the News for Monday, Aug. 30
Aug 30, 2021
Nursing home residents have higher risk of COVID reinfection, study finds … AHCA documentary details impact of COVID-19, reform proposals for nursing homes … NC bill would require nursing homes to...
Nursing homes in disbelief as governor proposes $280 million cut in funding
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 08, 2022
California skilled nursing providers are calling on Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) and his administration to come up with a new funding plan for SNFs after he proposed a $280 million cut in base pay in a push to...
Next stimulus deal, liability protections for providers ‘highly tied to’ election outcomes, Parkinson...
By
Danielle Brown
Nov 02, 2020
The outcome of Tuesday’s election will have “enormous implications on everything, including long-term care,” according to the leader of the nation’s largest nursing home association.