As technology services improve in mainstream society, it’s critical that long-term care providers ensure their residents aren’t left behind.
Addressing environmental infection risks in long-term care facilities
By
Lori Strazdas
Jun 25, 2018
Between tightened regulatory requirements, increased public awareness of infection issues and an ever-growing body of research on infection prevention and control, the emphasis on HAI-prevention at the...
Is financial stress undermining employee performance?
By
Sabina Bhatia
Jun 02, 2017
Mary Haynes was confronting a serious threat to her organization.
F-Tag in focus: F-329
By
Sonja Quale
Oct 31, 2016
Avoiding the administration of unnecessary drugs is critical to maintaining a resident’s highest practicable health and well-being, and the basis of F-329.
New construction with FHA financing
By
Tom Gale and Matt Lindsay
Mar 11, 2015
The past several years saw a glut of refinancings in the seniors housing and care sector as providers sought to take advantage of the historically low interest rate environment and lower their debt service
Effectiveness of UVC disinfection in LTC: A solution to infection prevention challenges
By
Alice Brewer
Aug 03, 2018
Routine use of UV radiation devices to decrease the pathogens is possible.
Splashes – A forgotten hazard
By
Jacie Volkman, MPH, CIC
Nov 11, 2014
You’ve probably heard of slips, trips, fall and sticks, as common hazards in long-term facilities. But what about splashes?
Simple solves for complex problems
By
Shawn Scott
Oct 03, 2018
We strive to help providers more consistently and efficiently to help drive quality care, lower costs and improve organizational performance.
Financing to help Florida’s SNFs meet power requirements
By
Kate Wesner
Jun 13, 2018
Revered for its year-round warm temperatures and relaxing lifestyle, Florida is home to the largest population of aging and elderly Americans who retire to the Sunshine State. However, Florida is also...
Instruments for improvement aren’t limited to tools
By
Sonja Quale
Mar 08, 2017
For an easier approach, organizations can take several steps to prevent adverse drug events: