‘Best’ federal payment update not enough ahead of looming staff costs: expert
By
Kimberly Marselas
May 23, 2024
A proposed pay increase for nursing home operators may be one of the best in recent memory, but it won’t adequately prepare the sector for implementation of the federal staffing mandate, one of the sector’s...
Virtual reality emerges as a viable tool in rehab therapy
By
John Hall
Apr 01, 2020
Increasingly prevalent technology shows promise with Parkinson’s, stroke and memory care patients.
Cognitive complaints may precede dementia, researchers say
By
Alicia Lasek
May 13, 2020
Memory-specific cognitive complaints may be a telltale sign of dementia risk that clinicians should not ignore, according to new findings.
LaSalle Group opens Oklahoma Autumn Leaves memory care community
Apr 15, 2014
Autumn Leaves of Edmond is the first Autumn Leaves memory care community to open in the Oklahoma City area, according to parent company The LaSalle Group.
Online interactions may slow memory decline, study finds
By
Donna Shryer
May 17, 2021
Regular online communication with friends and family as well as in-person interaction and phone chats all work together to help maintain long-term memory among older persons, says a study conducted by...
12-week walking program boosts recall memory in seniors: study
By
Alicia Lasek
May 26, 2023
The story recollection abilities of seniors significantly improved as did brain activity after weeks of supervised walking exercise, investigators say.
Why so blue? Berries could slow memory loss
Jan 21, 2010
It has long been thought that eating blueberries, a rich source of antioxidants, improve memory. Now a study has uncovered evidence of such beneficial effects.
Aerobic exercise may help slow memory loss, study finds
By
Alicia Lasek
May 20, 2020
A long-term aerobic exercise program boosted memory abilities and cerebral blood flow in adults at risk for Alzheimer’s disease, say investigators.
How providers can help restore happy memories for struggling residents
By
Danielle Brown
Dec 16, 2019
The holiday season can be a difficult time for nursing home residents suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia. However, providers can help make the holidays a joyful experience for them by using a unique...
Clemson researchers tackle dementia with football memories
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jan 03, 2018
A program combining football history, game footage and memorabilia helps seniors near Clemson University face the hurdle of memory loss.