For reasons that are understandable yet hard to countenance, antipsychotic drugs are widely used in nursing homes. Too often over-used, according to government statistics. But it’s beginning to look...
Life Plan providers banking on less-regulated AL to provide SNF-like care: Fitch
By
Joe Bush
Oct 26, 2022
Labor pressures continue to force creative operational decisions in Life Plan Communities, even as they enjoy a better overall employment rebound than stand-alone skilled nursing facilities.
New PET scan can better spot tau in people with Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
By
Kristen Fischer
Aug 10, 2023
Researchers say that a special digital imaging technique can spot the tau protein and predict cognitive decline in people with Alzheimer’s disease better than traditional imaging methods.
Mindy Shapiro named chief compliance officer at ASC
By
Kimberly Marselas
Aug 15, 2022
American Senior Communities in late July announced Mindy Shapiro as it new chief compliance officer.
Apple Rehab, Lancaster Pollard close financing
Jan 24, 2017
Lancaster Pollard has closed six refinance transactions for Apple Rehab in Connecticut.
Life Care Services now managing Virginia Beach community
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jan 07, 2020
Life Care Services, one of the nation’s largest senior living operators, took over management of Atlantic Shores Retirement Community on Jan. 1. The 100-acre campus in Virginia Beach, VA, is owned...
Weight loss a precursor to Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
Sep 14, 2006
It appears that an acceleration of weight loss in the elderly may be an early warning sign of Alzheimer’s disease.
More telemedicine news in skilled nursing
Mar 27, 2018
Another senior care provider is adding telemedicine to its repertoire, as it looks to strengthen ties with local hospitals.
International experts propose new criteria for diagnosing Alzheimer’s
Oct 13, 2010
An international group of dementia experts is proposing a change in the definition of Alzheimer’s disease. They want to be able to diagnose the condition earlier and provide interventional treatments,...
Researchers: Alzheimer’s drugs could delay nursing home entry
By
Haymarket Media
Oct 03, 2006
Treating dementia patients with cholinesterase inhibitors may help delay placement into nursing homes, according to new research.