The good news is politicians can always change their minds. The bad news is, well, politicians can always change their minds. That must be the mixed feelings that many providers — Larry Minnix and his...
Ending the year with some long-term care gifts and resolutions
By
James M. Berklan
Dec 20, 2022
When many are exchanging gifts and making New Year’s resolutions, I’ve come up with my wish list for key long-term care players and stakeholders.
A show for all ages, a unique long-term care event
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 01, 2014
At the risk of sounding like a common shill, I cannot remember when I’ve more eagerly looked forward to an annual trade show than the upcoming LeadingAge gathering in Nashville. The main focus of...
‘Tis the (festive) season in long-term care
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 17, 2012
October is for many of us in the long-term care field what December is to others.
Glen Campbell Alzheimer’s documentary brings out the stars — caregivers and celebrities alike
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 22, 2014
As readers of this blog may recall, my expectations for the special screening of the new documentary about music superstar Glen Campbell’s journey with Alzheimer’s disease were high. Sunday...
Benefiting from a selection tool for EHRs
By
Elizabeth Newman
Aug 27, 2014
There are many parts of attending annual big conferences that I love, from seeing old industry friends to attending good sessions. But I also, not so secretly, love the exhibit halls — for several reasons.
Who is ready for 2016?
By
Elizabeth Newman
Nov 06, 2012
I imagine, no matter their political affiliation, there’s one thing that vendors in long-term care and politician operatives can agree on: This fall has felt like a marathon. Only the well energized...
The future of antipsychotics
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 05, 2012
It turns out McKnight’s Editor Jim Berklan is psychic, or at least a well-read prognosticator of long-term care.
Thinking like a hospital
By
Elizabeth Newman
Mar 21, 2013
A provider conference session this week was called “Using War Games to Cope in Uncertain Times.” Its subtitle could have been “Act Like a Long-Term Care Organization, Think Like a Hospital.”
What we can (still) learn from Dr. Ruth
By
Elizabeth Newman
Oct 31, 2017
It shouldn’t have been surprising to see the throngs of folks lined up to see Dr. Ruth Westheimer, speaking during LeadingAge’s annual conference on Monday. She fittingly fronted an exhibit...