Genesis mum on terminations after first vaccine mandate deadline passes
By
Danielle Brown
Aug 30, 2021
A week after its vaccine mandate deadline hit, the nation’s largest nursing home provider has not said how many employees it plans to terminate from its 357 facilities.
Double duty: CNA steps in to minister to dying resident and family during snowstorm
By
Kimberly Marselas
Mar 14, 2018
Roland Fernandes has been ministering to Christians for 35 years, but on a snowy day in upstate New York last week, he said a special prayer for a 91-year-old woman under his care.
Household’s the word
By
William C. Fisher
Aug 01, 2013
The “household” concept is helping many senior living communities successfully compete in today’s markets. This case study, provided by David Slack, principal at the Aging Research Institute,...
A better looking alternative to medical alert bracelets and ID tags
Dec 01, 2009
Medical alert bracelets and medical ID tags are a common sight at many eldercare communities. However, they may soon be giving way to a more informative and aesthetically pleasing alternative: USB jewelry....
SNFs sold for $82 million
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May 06, 2017
A portfolio of 18 Midwest skilled nursing facilities was sold in a $82 million deal mediated by Blueprint Healthcare Real Estate Advisors.
New nursing initiative to alleviate workforce crisis
By
Danielle Brown
Feb 21, 2020
The ongoing staffing crisis afflicting the long-term care industry may meet its match thanks to the latest initiative by a national nursing group.
Get up and get ready
By
Gary Tetz
Oct 01, 2014
If you’re looking for an inspirational nugget to share at stand-up tomorrow morning, I might just have something for you.
Tech tools and staying power
Jan 11, 2011
More than 140,000 people flocked to last week’s International Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. There, they got a first-hand glimpse at some of the latest tech toys. But how do providers separate...
For show organizers, laughter may be the best medicine
Oct 27, 2009
As the fall trade show season kicks in, event planners are offering the usual opportunities to mingle with peers, learn more about the market and explore new products. This year, they are also showcasing...
Setting a new vision for AHCA
By
Haymarket Media
Sep 21, 2004
In his first in-depth interview since becoming president and CEO of the American Health Care Association in July, Hal Daub explains why he took the job and what’s in store for members and other stakeholders....