Editor’s Desk | Nursing homes and the welcoming of reforms
By
James M. Berklan
Apr 01, 2022
With Russia’s invasion of the Ukraine and President Biden’s new push for nursing home reforms, we’ve been reminded that history-defining moments do not always qualify as “great.”
Rehab industry finds its own PDPM comfort level in Year 3
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2022
The shift away from minutes to more meaningful encounters is driving innovation that supports patient-centered care, therapists say.
Ask the care residents: Do you have any recommendations for residents with dry skin?
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Mar 01, 2022
Q: I have a resident with exceptionally dry skin. We’ve tried everything and can’t get it smooth. Do you have any recommendations?
Having My Say | Non-retirees: The new LTC superheroes
By
Kimberly Marselas
Mar 01, 2022
My middle child, not yet old enough for middle school, recently asked me when I planned to retire. Me of no gray hair, of the too-small 401K, of exciting career accomplishments yet to be achieved!
White House vision has providers seeing red
By
Kimberly Marselas
Apr 01, 2022
Proposed staff minimums, increased enforcement activity and a ‘chilling’ stance on private investment raise concerns about keeping the doors open.
Jennifer Kennedy: Diving into the fray, parachute or no
Apr 01, 2022
For Gurwin Healthcare System’s Jennifer Kennedy, R.N., the birth of her oldest son defined not only her family life, but also her career.
Things I Think: Stay positive — in a good way
By
Gary Tetz
Mar 01, 2022
Do you, my beloved long-term care friends, ever review the MyChart notes after you visit your doctor? I just did, and I highly recommend it. They can be entertaining and illuminating, offering deeper insights...
Stained glass beauty extends 14 miles
By
Danielle Brown
Mar 01, 2022
Salvaged stained glass windows from a now-closed nursing home have helped transform another facility’s chapel — 14 miles away.
Having My Say | When the world spun out of control, they stepped up
By
Kimberly Marselas
Feb 01, 2022
Nursing home workers are some of the most dedicated in healthcare, often sacrificing on behalf of their charges. That commitment shines through in times of natural disaster.
Consensus builder is center stage
Feb 01, 2022
In September 2021, Bob Lane became the president and CEO of the American College of Health Care Administrators even though he had planned to retire after 34 years in aging services.