During the summer months, many industries become increasingly concerned with potential bed bug infestations.
Train your staff to cure your facility of pest problems
By
Tim Husen, Ph.D., BCE
May 28, 2018
In the long-term care industry, impeccable sanitation and cleanliness must not only be expected, but also enforced.
Everyday pest threats to food safety
By
Chelle Hartzer
Jul 20, 2018
Pests aren’t picky when it comes to what’s on the menu. They’re happy to eat and drink all the crumbs, spills and scraps that your dining area has to offer.
High expectations for safe dining
By
Leah Larson
Aug 29, 2014
Senior living communities should work with business partners and vendors to ensure they are not only offering quality dining options with a variety of food choices, but also providing clean, safe and comfortable...
The toughest pests to manage – and how to manage them
By
Ron Harrison, Ph.D.
Sep 23, 2016
Working together, you can help ensure your facility stays clean and clear of filthy pests.
Embedding QAPI into transition planning
By
Carole Dykhouse, BSN, RN-BC, CPHQ
Aug 05, 2015
On July 13, 2015 the most comprehensive change to nursing home regulations in 25 years was proposed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Nine tips for becoming a home or alternate site infusion pharmacy
By
Rob Cannon
Sep 25, 2013
As healthcare reform is implemented, a heightened emphasis on cost-containment is putting pressure on all healthcare providers. As hospitals determine how to reduce readmission rates and shift care to...
Keep ants on the outside looking in
By
Greg Baumann
Feb 15, 2013
If you’ve been in the long term care business for a while, you’ve probably had to battle an ant or two inside your facility. You’re not alone. In the last three annual Association for...
Virtual visits make seniors happier
By
Jennifer Kessel
Jun 13, 2013
At Capri Senior Communities, we are always looking for ways to improve the quality of life for our residents. Today it’s more important than ever. Senior living providers are dealing with changing...
Using telemedicine to improve SNF clinical outcomes
By
Paul Knight
Jan 11, 2016
Many skilled nursing facilities have evolved over the years by expanding post-acute care services. T