In an effort that is hoped to boost memory and reverse cognitive decline, surgeons at Johns Hopkins hospital recently placed a pacemaker-like device into the brain of a patient with Alzheimer’s disease....
Pine Grove Nursing Center selects Vocollect
Jan 11, 2012
Pine Grove Nursing Center has implemented AccuNurse voice technology, the device distributor recently announced. AccuNurse’s voice-based technology allows the operator to improve care while preparing...
Nora systems recently introduced noraplan degree, a high-performance rubber floor covering. The product features a textured, modular look and versatile color palette. “We wanted to see a more gradual...
Sign up today for the McKnight’s Online Expo
Mar 03, 2015
The 9th Annual McKnight’s Online Expo offers five free continuing education credits to attendees. Registration is ongoing for the event, which will be held March 25 and 26.
Two weeks until McKnight’s Online Expo
Mar 19, 2014
MDS 3.0, wound care, technology, capital and surveys will all be covered at the 8th Annual McKnight’s Online Expo on March 26 and 27. Participants can earn up to 5 CE credits.
Chris Stakutis is new CTO at PointRight
May 16, 2012
Chris Stakutis has joined PointRight as the firm’s new Chief Technology Officer. He has more than 25 years of operating systems and process control experience. In his new role, he will lead efforts...
PointRight launches aid for on-the-go providers
Apr 03, 2013
PointRight recently announced the combined launch of its new iPad app. The new tool gives mobile access to all of the firm’s analytics services and reports.
Quiet monitoring that notices changes in daily patterns
May 02, 2012
QuietCare uses advanced motion sensor technology that learns the daily activity patterns of residents and sends alerts to help caregivers respond to potentially urgent situations. The system automatically...
Arts and Aging Toolkit also available in Spanish
Dec 15, 2009
Now available in Spanish, Creativity Matters: The Arts and Aging Toolkit (or La Creatividad Importa: Guía de Recursos Para las Artes y el Envejecimiento) provides best practices and models of successful...
Operators likely to gain as Obama signs $787 billion economic stimulus legislation
Feb 17, 2009
President Obama signed the $787 billion economic stimulus plan in Denver Tuesday. Long-term care operators stand to see significant revenue infusions as a result. Most notably, the measure includes an...