High-tech home excels: going paperless is one path to success
By
Jill Gilbert
Jul 01, 2009
Employees may be a facility’s most important asset, but technology can help them to better do their jobs.
‘Five Star’ is progress
By
Jill Gilbert
Feb 01, 2009
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services recently released a new rating system to grade the 16,000 nursing homes in the United States that participate in Medicare or Medicaid.
Power of community action
By
Jill Gilbert
Dec 01, 2008
In the six months since Brinton Manor of Glen Mills, PA, teamed up with Kiwanis International, the nation’s first SNF-based Aktion Club has already proven a huge success.
Inspiration for the future
By
Jill Gilbert
Oct 01, 2008
It’s been a year since the inception of “Leading by Example,” and looking back, we are amazed at the innovative practices taking place in nursing homes across the United States.
Polishing up our oral health
By
Jill Gilbert
Aug 01, 2008
No matter one’s age, oral health is extremely important. Problems that start in the mouth can negatively affect other conditions and hamper overall wellness. And in an elderly population, often there...
Brinton Manor joins club
By
Jill Gilbert
Jul 01, 2008
Brinton Manor of Glen Mills, PA, knows how to maintain close ties to the community. This forward-thinking facility has teamed with global service organization Kiwanis International, which focuses on humanitarian...
Happy staff is key to quality
By
Jill Gilbert
Feb 06, 2008
St. Paul’s Towers in Oakland, CA, is a striking facility with its sweeping views of Lake Merritt, lush rooftop garden and cozy atmosphere. But that’s not what makes it such a standout. It’s...