In June, McKnight’s reported that CMS is pushing for further reductions in antipsychotic use for people living with dementia in nursing homes.
The robot revolution
By
Feb 09, 2016
Every once in awhile, I come across a research report that falls into what I like to call the “duh” category. These are the studies that announce the “scientific breakthrough” of...
The importance of a smoking policy
By
Betty Norman
Oct 25, 2012
Resident smoking polices mean much more than cleaner air at long-term care facilities. As recent incidents demonstrate, having effective policies for residents – and making sure they are followed...
Diabetes patients and providers need more education on remote patient monitoring
By
Casey Pittock
Feb 01, 2022
Due to the pandemic, there has been an increase in using technology to provide health and home care services. Telemedicine appointments with providers skyrocketed, health and wellness platforms expanded,...
CMS emergency preparedness rule: What to know
By
Don Basler
Oct 20, 2017
A solution should have strong reporting and records retention within its platform to ensure compliant contact management over time.
Long-term care could use a new vanguard
By
John O'Connor
Feb 15, 2021
Much has improved since I began covering this field in 1990. But, sadly, one discomforting reality remains. And if anything, it’s gotten worse.
The hidden male: Challenges for men entering and living in a retirement community
By
Michael McCann, MS
Shawn Kafader, Jeff Rose and Dean Dellaria
Nov 20, 2013
Many of the men that we currently work with in our retirement communities are pioneers forging new territory. Men of past generations either did not live long enough, could not afford, or did not embrace...
Volunteer has his ducks in a row
By
Mary Gustafson
Jun 28, 2012
Despite challenges, mailman Steve Score has found winged victory at Ecumen Emmanuel Community in Minnesota.
Bring in the rocks
By
Gary Tetz
Apr 18, 2019
The troubling news that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is conducting a “comprehensive review” of nursing home regulations hit me like a truckload of giant boulders dropped on a homeless...
The Catch-22 of controlled drug regulations
By
John Kelsey
Sep 21, 2010
Federal and state policies hinder the disposal of unused controlled drugs.