Nicole Stempak
Nicole was Senior Editor at I Advance Senior Care and Long Term Living Magazine 2015-2017. She has a Journalism degree from Kent State University and is finalizing a master’s degree in Information Architecture and Management. She has extensive studies in the digital user experience and in branding online media. She has worked as an editor and writer for various B2B publications, including Business Finance.
Ruta Kadonoff named executive director of Pioneer Network
Pioneer Network has tappedRuta Kadonoff as its new executive director. Her service begins Feb. 8. Read More » Home health and hospice M&A rebounded in 2015
Mergers and acquisitions recovered after a drop in the first half of 2015, according to The Health Care M&A report from Levin Associates, Inc. Read More » Md. retirement community made the most of Jonas
We’ve seen the images and, in some cases, experienced Winter Storm Jonas firsthand. But here’s one snow story you haven’t seen. Read More » And the best state to retire is…
WalletHub analysts crunched the numbers to find the best state to retire. Did your state make the cut? Read More » Company aims to help seniors get plugged in
Breezie is a touch screen tablet interface designed specifically for seniors. The U.K.-based company announced its American expansion and plans to meet with senior living executives across the country. Read More » CMS examines racial, ethnic disparities in healthcare
Racial and ethnic minority populations are more likely to be readmitted to the hospital within 30 days for certain chronic conditions. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is exploring the relationship readmission rates and diversity. Read More » CMS finalizes Medicaid prescription drug reforms
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services finalized reforms to the rebate and reimbursement systems for Medicaid prescription drugs. Read More » Nursing home operator loses license following sexual abuse investigation
The Nursing Home Administrators board forced a nursing home operator to surrender his license following repeated unreported incidents of sexual abuse. Read More » NJ governor vetoes staffing minimums
Gov. Chris Christie rejected legislation to set patient quotas for certified nursing assistants who work in nursing homes. The legislation was intended to improve residentsafety and quality of life. Read More » Hawaii legislature proposes LTC benefits for seniors
Proposed legislation could make Hawaii the first state in the nation to offer long-term care benefits to seniors. Read More » Crafting for a cause
A group of women meet weekly at a Maryland long-term care (LTC) facility to knit or crochet for the needy. Members of Hugs and Stitches made and donated 2,480 hats, scarves and afghans in 2015 to local Baltimore area nonprofits. Read More » Former model B. Smith publishes Alzheimer’s memoir
B. Smith and her husband tell the story of her diagnosis and decline from mild to moderate Alzheimer’s disease in a new book intended to raise awareness about the disease among the African-American community. Read More » Nursing home on the range
An Australian nursing home provider has opened a facility on a farm to appeal to people who like animals and gardening. It's the latest example of how providers are trying to offer value and amenities while distinguishing themselves in the marketplace. Read More » JAMDA study IDs readmission spike
Better coordination between hospitals and post-acute care facilities could reduce patient readmission to hospitals and mortality rates. Read More » A tail-wagging, feel-good study
Researchers tried to quantify the mental and physical health benefits of pet ownership among older LGBT adults, particularly those in assisted living facilities, retirement homes or rental apartments. A majority of pet owners said their fur babies keep them active, help them meet people and offer unconditional love. Read More » Utah state bill would allow in-room resident monitoring
A proposed state bill would allow Utah assisted living residents to install monitoring equipment in their rooms. Surveillance is intended to protect residents from abuse and theft, but it raises even more questions about safety and privacy. Read More » A urine test for Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers found urinary odor signatures can change as a result of build-up of amyloid plaques in the brain, a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Read More » A vaccine for Down syndrome has promise for Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers will test the safety of a vaccine to targets Alzheimer's disease-like characteristics in adults with Down syndrome. Down syndrome is caused by a mutation of the chromosome that regulates amyloid-beta plaque, the accumulation of which is a hallmark of Alzheimer's disease. Read More » Tornado damage causes whirlwind for LTC residents
Nursing home and memory care residents were moved to another facility until repairs can be made. Both facilities are owned by the same company but operate under different state regulations. The facility accepting evacuees doesn’t accept Medicaid, causing a major snag in the disaster preparedness plan. Read More » HHS needs a plan to meet healthcare workforce needs
A new report by the Government Accountably Office found the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service doesn't have a formal review process to ensure workforce programs across its 72 healthcare agencies are aligned with national workforce needs. Read More » A prescription for video games
Several companies, backed by major investors and big pharma, are working to develop prescription video games. They're interested in video game therapy as an extension of treatments for a variety of mental illnesses, including Alzheimer's disease. Read More » CCRC resident will sing for board
A college vocal performance major will spend the semester living in a retirement community as a result of a partnership between the CCRC and Drake University. Haley Jenkins will sing two concerts a month in exchange for free room, board and utilities. Read More » Michigan LTC facilities aren’t prepared to care for LGBT residents
A recent survey has found a considerable lack of awareness and sensitivity for older lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender residents in long-term care. Read More » A diet you’ll want to follow
A new diet designed to lower the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease has far reaching benefits and has been ranked by US News & World Report as surprisingly easy to follow. Researchers reported significant benefits for those who made modest changes and, as an added bonus, the diet recommends drinking wine. Read More » 365 days of residents and staff
A Maryland retirement community featured a photo and words to live by from a resident or staff member each day in 2015 in the vein of popular blog Humans of New York. Read More » Lumosity to pay $2 million to settle disputes about brain training claims
Lumos Labs, the makers of the Lumosity brain training program, have reached a settlement with the Federal Trade Commission on allegations the company deceived consumers with unfounded claims about cognitive and health benefits from playing its online and mobile games. Read More » LeadingAge names new board chair
Kathryn Roberts will serve as the chair for the board of directors for LeadingAge. Read More » Best perioperative practices for geriatric surgical patients released
New recommendations for the delivery of quality care for geriatric surgical patients were released today by the American College of Surgeons and American Geriatrics Society. Read More » More therapy leads to slightly better outcomes, study finds
Researchers found an extra hour of therapy for seniors recovering from hip fractures in Skilled Nursing Facilities saw improved outcomes, though seniors with the highest levels of impairment saw no benefit. Read More » 