ong-term care facilities, privacy is often at a premium for residents and employees. But when it comes to nursing mothers, I heard a story recently that made my hair stand on edge.
No scapegoating at LeadingAge convention
By
Elizabeth Newman
Nov 01, 2018
When It’s Never 2 Late president Jack York asked her to figure out a way to get goat yoga as part of the company’s booth at LeadingAge, she didn’t blink.
‘Trauma-informed’ care needed for upcoming Phase 3 requirements
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Elizabeth Newman
James M. Berklan
Oct 30, 2018
PHILADELPHIA—Better treatments for trauma-afflicted residents should reflect a deeper cultural shift, experts said Monday. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is pushing policies that are “culturally...
Take a look at your state ballot items
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Elizabeth Newman
Oct 26, 2018
You might be weighing whom to vote for in your House, Senate or gubernatorial races. But Iit’s equally important for long-term care readers to take a look at their respective state ballot items, as many...
Amazon will shake up healthcare: Execs
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Elizabeth Newman
Oct 25, 2018
Every week there seems to be a new announcement about some major company deciding to enter the healthcare landscape. But what do providers really think about the future of healthcare?
Sodexo, Connected Living and Amazon team up
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Elizabeth Newman
Oct 23, 2018
Food services management company Sodexo has begun offering a “smart living” program to senior living residents, in partnership with Connected Living and Amazon.
Odor remover, bio stain released
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Elizabeth Newman
Oct 23, 2018
Clorox Professional Products Company is promoting its Clorox® Disinfecting Bio Stain & Odor Remover, a news solution to clean, disinfect and deodorize hard and soft surfaces. The product can tackle bio...
Executives predict uptick in M&A activity, Capital One survey finds
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Elizabeth Newman
Oct 23, 2018
Ninety-two percent of senior living executives said merger and acquisition activity will go up over the next year, with 37% listing acquisition of existing properties as their top choice.
Ask the Legal Expert about … accountable care organizations
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Elizabeth Newman
Oct 22, 2018
What legal advice would you have for joining an accountable care organization or similar alliance? It seems like skilled nursing facilities are getting the short end of the stick and we’re wondering...
Long-term care nurses need better pay, professional development push, expert says
By
Elizabeth Newman
Oct 19, 2018
Only about a third of long-term care nurses are receiving a bonus, merit-based raise or cost-of living increase annually, according to a new survey.