Excitement over vaccine remains low among would-be recipients
By
Kimberly Marselas
Dec 13, 2020
Two new surveys show many Americans remain reluctant about receiving COVID-19 vaccines, including a high number of women.
Nursing home oversight bill expected by the end of the year
By
Danielle Brown
Dec 11, 2019
Nursing home operators could be subject to tougher surveys and more scrutiny as lawmakers prepare to present legislation that targets nursing home oversight.
Fast, efficient products most desired by cleaning workers
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 04, 2016
Healthcare cleaning professionals are under increased pressure to keep down operating costs and are most focused on products that are efficient, according to a new survey.
Resident satisfaction rates have improved and health survey citations are declining in skilled nursing facilities, according to a new quality of care report.
Survey: Adult day care average cost hits $61 daily
By
Haymarket Media
Sep 28, 2007
Care at adult day care centers averages $61 per day, according to what is being touted as the first nationwide survey of such services.
Low wages and a lack of respect are the biggest reasons employers are having a hard time retaining and keeping nurses, according to a new industry survey.
Mental distress spikes among U.S. adults during pandemic
By
Alicia Lasek
Jun 03, 2020
Seniors responding to an April survey reported distress symptoms at rates double those of 2018. Researchers attribute the spike to turmoil caused by the pandemic.
Survey of physicians supports recognition of PALTC medicine as a specialty practice
By
Alicia Lasek
Jul 08, 2021
The results highlight the “unique and specific nature of medical care provided by attending physicians across a range of PALTC settings,” concluded a task force of industry experts.
Nursing home nurses enjoying a hot salary market: survey
By
James M. Berklan
Aug 09, 2016
Pay rates for registered nurses working in skilled nursing facilities rallied in 2016, with employers awarding raises at levels not seen in years.
Nonprofit senior living margins increased by 50%, survey finds
By
Tim Mullaney
Oct 17, 2014
Average operating margins increased dramatically in the last year for nonprofit senior living companies, according to a recent survey of C-suite executives.