Care coordination meets sensor technology

More partnering activity for Caremerge combines sensor-based monitoring technology and care coordination.  Read More »

Hospice data-collection requirement begins July 1

A new system will try to ensure that hospices conduct the proper assessments and address patient questions and concerns about pain, respiratory status, medications and patient preferences, according to an April 8 notice in the Federal Register. Read More »

Part 2: CCRC shopping: One couple’s view

As this Kentucky couple continues a six-state tour of for-profit CCRCs, one mantra stands firm: First impressions matter.  Read More »

New aging-in-place technology launched in California

A smartphone-based monitoring service for seniors and their families is rolled out in the Bay Area.  Read More »

CMS boosts Medicare Advantage reimbursements for 2015

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issues several changes to 2015 pay rates amid pressure from the insurance industry. Read More »

Out of the blue, I fainted

Professional caregivers must try to prepare for the unexpected in their daily work, says our resident blogger. Read More »

Technology for seniors gets national attention

Public television spotlights startups focused on developing technologies to improve the lives of seniors.  Read More »

Senators want more clarity on mobile apps

Senators ask the FDA for greater teamwork and regluatory clarification when it comes to mobile medical apps. Read More »

Week honors volunteers

Take time to honor those often-unsung heroes of long-term care who happily donate their time, talent and energy to making a difference to residents and staff. Read More »

Capitalizing on HUD Section 232 financing

Insured mortgage loans for assisted living and skilled nursing are good opportunities—but the offers won’t be around forever. Read More »

Survey details SNF, ALF rates

Results of a new survey provide daily, monthly or annual rates for care provided by nursing homes, assisted living facilities and home healthcare and adult day care providers. How does your state compare? Read More »

HHS releases new risk assessment tool

Providers can uncover potential security risks to patient information with a new tool available from HHS.  Read More »

FDA glucose meter standards: Proposal concerns some

Some healthcare professionals are raising concerns that more stringent glucose monitoring system standards proposed by the FDA would affect availability of the devices for use in nursing homes and other settings. Read More »

To screen or not to screen—Cognition assessments under fire

Screening for possible dementia is always a good idea, right? Maybe not, according to a new report from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, which calls some early screening tests and their efficacy into question. Read More »

CRM platform helps senior housing sales reps close the deal

Web-based tools help increase sales and improve customer relationship management best practices in the senior housing sales market. Read More »

One-on-one with…Addie Abushousheh, PhD

In our latest Q&A, Long-Term Living talks with Addie Abushousheh, PhD, about the shifting changes in today's living spaces designed for older adults. Read More »

Partnership aimed at reducing pressure ulcers

A pressure mapping company and a mattress manufacturer team up to help reduce costly pressure ulcers.  Read More »

Medical directors: Key to quality care

A nursing home's medical director bears the greatest ultimate responsibility for ensuring that residents receive quality care. Find out what is required of facilities when it comes to this position. Read More »

Many nurses using older, unsecured mobile technology

A new survey reveals that many nurses rely on older and unsecured means of communication at the point of care, putting data at risk.  Read More »

HR 4302: AHCA, LeadingAge express mixed feelings

Leaders in organizations representing long-term care providers expressed satisfaction with some parts of the proposed law but disappointment with others in this Long-Term Living exclusive. Read More »

AHRQ accepting safety data now

UPDATE: Nursing homes that have administered the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality's nursing home safety culture survey now can submit their data through May 31. The previously announced deadline was April 21. Read More »

Tablet technology aims to mitigate concerns of in-home care for seniors

A senior services company uses tablet technology to aid in care provision at home. Read More »

Senate passes HR 4302; what it means to SNFs

The U.S. Senate has passed a bill that delays enforcement of the “two midnight rule” for certain hospital stays as well as creates programs to establish readmission-related measures for skilled nursing facilities and rewards for those facilities that meet them. Read More »

Residents, nurses and too little time

Documentation and other paperwork are part of a nurse’s daily routine. It takes a toll on the personal quality of resident/nurse relationships, however. Read More »

Congress, LTC industry deliver bill to standardize post-acute care services

The draft legislation is here. But how much “IMPACT” would the Improving Medicare Post-Acute Care Transformation Act of 2014 have? Read More »

Observance puts focus on LGBT health issues

Whether it’s LGBT Health Awareness Week or some other time, several websites offer resources to help educate administrators and professional caregivers about LGBT health issues and related matters. Read More »

Online dementia program available

More than 10,000 people already have registered to take a free, nine-week online course about cognitive impairment. Read More »

NorthStar expands healthcare portfolio with $1B deal

Real estate investment trust NorthStar Realty Finance Corp. plans to acquire 43 senior housing facilities and 37 skilled nursing facilities in 14 states. Read More »

SGR ‘doc fix’ bill could delay ICD-10 by a year

A bill up for vote this week could extend the current "doc fix" and could delay the ICD-10 implementation deadlines for a year. Read More »

ONC, West Health Institute spell out need for IT interoperability

Two major organizations issue a call to all stakeholders to make information systems interoperability a top priority.  Read More »