Despite days of abuse and worry in Orlando, there is optimism
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 16, 2019
There could be some encouraging news on the nursing home “abuse” icon set to go live Oct. 23.
Good carpet cleaning can reduce illness
By
Daniel Gravatt
May 17, 2019
Respiratory illnesses are a significant problem for skilled nursing facility residents. Their causes may be under foot.
LTC truths you just can’t ignore
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 07, 2018
I bring you some of the striking tidbits from frantically filed notes on the road that might or might not have already seen the light of day. Some of this is just too good not to share, or share again.
The future of senior wearables: Powering community connectivity
By
Ripley Martin
Oct 15, 2018
The everyday use of wearables can provide ongoing, cost effective interventions, and will play a bigger role in aging as we continue to seek digitally connected lives
A truly healing yarn
By
Eleanor Feldman Barbera, Ph.D.
Sep 25, 2018
An anecdote that touches on the impact of where residents are placed within the facility, the value of consistent staffing and the importance of “leaning in” to meet residents where they’re at emotionally.
State News for May 2017
May 06, 2017
Montana — An increase in Montana’s tobacco tax could help nursing homes, under legislation currently being debated.
Understanding ‘Unbefriended’
By
Caroline A. Vitale, M.D.
Jan 04, 2017
We’re wrapping up a time of year when many of us are heartened by seeing family and friends for the holidays. But what if residents don’t have anyone?
Pondering oddities of the job, and more
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Sep 20, 2016
I have to say that I absolutely love working in eldercare. I mean, I thought I would have to move down South if I wanted to say whatever was on my mind.
The problem with parking
By
Michael Hass
Jun 05, 2015
One common problem amongst all real estate is parking: Namely, how much to provide and where to put it.
Are risk management and corporate compliance necessary?
By
Rebecca Lowell
Feb 21, 2014
Risk Management and Corporate Compliance are both integral components of effective administration and both are necessary within the healthcare setting.