Five ways LTC can reduce medications
It’s no secret that our best answer for health issues is often medication. But with multiple health issues being treated with multiple medications, seniors can be experiencing adverse effects or...
Wandering residents and elopement prevention
Adults with a history of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia are at risk for wandering and elopement. Because this could result in an injury or fatality, consider evaluating existing organizational protocols...
We were all in on the scheme and didn’t even know it
The recent past came rushing up other day, and it wound up whisking all of us onto the set of some fast-paced, financial mayhem-filled movie. Yes, you were there, too — though like me, you might not...
Carpet cleaning: When less is better
There are three key reasons why administrators of long-term care facilities should consider installing carpeting in their locations. All are related to the health and safety of their staff and the people...
A holistic approach to wellness
At Carolina Village – which is Hendersonville, NC’s only continuing care retirement community – we approach wellness through eight well-connected pathways: Physical, emotional, spiritual,...
They told us everything we need to know about the future — except what to do
What should long-term care operators be doing to prepare for the future? Take your pick of these three things.
Overcoming intimidation and using your voice
I find the show “So You Think You Can Dance” interesting. Wait, “interesting”? Maybe that’s not strong enough of a word. I love to dance. I love to dance in a safe environment,...
Three fundamental shifts to help LTC providers pave the way for value-based care
Healthcare organizations of all shapes and sizes are trying to figure out how to make the transition to a value-based world in a cost-efficient and timely manner. In fact, a recent McKnight’s article...
Tending to the heart of your team
The clinical staff is the heart of any great post-acute organization. This team functions as caregivers, teachers, facilitators, advocates, therapists and supporting friends, not only to patients, but...
New editor stages coup
Greetings. Today seemed like the day to tell you that I, Elana, have taken over Elizabeth Newman’s column. McKnight’s made the decision after a detailed data analysis related to what drives...
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