Top trending terms in advanced illness and end-of-life
By
John Halsey
Sep 27, 2017
As the healthcare industry and skilled nursing providers brace themselves for the growing population of seriously ill patients entering the healthcare system, many of us are having more discussions...
Are you losing prospective residents to one of the five senses?
By
Stephen Lewis
Apr 17, 2020
When visiting senior living and nursing facilities, potential residents and their families rely on their senses of sight and smell, and they make decisions accordingly. But even the warmest staff smiles...
Ways to attract a more diverse clientele
By
Laura Dixon
Jun 10, 2016
As the population ages, older adults from a wide variety of backgrounds are now considering long-term care communities.
The most critical gap in patient care: Post-discharge behavioral health
By
Sherie L. Friedrich, PsyD
Sep 28, 2021
Spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, the healthcare industry has experienced a marked shift to home-based care as more and more patients – including seniors – opt to recover at home rather than in a long-term...
How to benefit from electrical stimulation for the treatment of chronic wounds
By
Ron Weissberg
Apr 05, 2017
One of the most amazing things about the human body is its ability to repair itself. Lacerations, punctures, abrasions all heal with little or no care.
Integrated care can revolutionize long-term kidney disease
By
Divya Chhabra
Jun 10, 2019
Integrated care puts an emphasis on training and holistic care, which allows many patients to administer part of their own treatment. In many cases, CKD patients rely heavily on others to complete daily...
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.
The importance of designing thoughtful spaces for older adults with sensory disabilities
By
Tu-Anh Bui Johnson
Ron Franks
Jan 17, 2024
Designing inclusive and accessible healthcare spaces can be a challenging experience, especially when architects and planners must heed guidelines that don’t always comprehensively address the needs...