The New Wave of Foodservice Technology in Senior Care

PharmScript expands leadership team to prepare for growth

PharmScript, pharmacy provider for long-term and post-acute care facilities, is positioning itself for growth by adding to leadership team with healthcare industry veterans.  Read More »

Neurologist opera singer, veterans’ care experts to headline spring Memory Care Forum

Ready to learn about the latest and best practices in memory care? All-new programming for the 2017 Spring Memory Care Forum includes OPTIMA Award-winning innovators in veteran dementia care and a neuroscientist working to validate MP3 player music therapy. Read More »

Dementia bathing

What makes for an enjoyable bathing experience for some may not be the best strategy for those with dementia. Read tips from a national dementia expert on how to avoid struggles and fears in residents with cognitive decline at bathing time. Read More »

The pony express: Valentine’s Day edition

A Texas nursing home received a special delivery of some handmade Valentine’s Day cards.  Read More »

Memories of home: Bathroom

The latest in memory care design gives the look, feel and comfort of home. Read More »

Memories of home: Bedroom

The latest in memory care design gives the look, feel and comfort of home. Read More »

Memories of home: Living room

The latest in memory care design gives the look, feel and comfort of home. Read More »

Memories of home: Resident corridor

The latest in memory care design gives the look, feel and comfort of home. Read More »

Memories of home: Dining room

The latest in memory care design gives the look, feel and comfort of home. Read More »

Memories of home: Entryway

The latest in memory care design gives the look, feel and comfort of home. Read More »

Memories of home

The latest in memory care design gives the look, feel and comfort of home. Read More »

An odd couple

As Valentine’s Day approaches, resident blogger Kathleen Mears offers a glimpse of romance in the nursing home. Read More »

Residents not receiving opioids

At least four Brookdale Charleston residents weren’t receiving their prescription medications.  Read More »

Price confirmed to head HHS

The Senate has approved the president’s nomination of Representative Tom Price as the new secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services. Read More »

One-on-one with…Jeff Stamps, RPh

Our Q&A with Jeff Stamps, CEO of Remedi, explores the future of LTC pharmacy and how pharmacy services can help SNFs comply with documentation and care planning. Read More »

Love in the workplace

Strengthen organizational culture and improve employee morale by showing appreciation for your employees.  Read More »

Volunteers of America buys into Centrex Rehab

Nonprofit Volunteers of America has become part owner of Centrex Rehab, allowing the company to nearly double in size. Read More »

Senior living facility introduces new assisted living model

A Florida provider is introducing an intermediary housing to offer assisted living services while allowing residents to maintain their independence and age in place.  Read More »

Guardian Pharmacy acquires Pharmacy Concepts

The deal gives Guardian Pharmacy its first foothold in the Texas market. Read More »

PHI launches workforce shortage campaign

The workforce advocacy organization wants to open the dialogue about how to tackle the problems in the direct care workforce. Read More »

New C. diff treatment reduces recurrent infections by 40%

Clostridium difficile (C. diff) is the bane of nursing homes, since it tends to return over and over again. British researchers have found a drug that could stop the cycle in its tracks. Read More »

Nursing students in residence

A nursing home in Maine is providing an immersive learning experience for nursing students through a new program that teaches them to live their lessons.  Read More »

NCCDP seeks Educator of the Year noms

The credentialling organization's award program recognizes the impact of CADDCT-certified dementia caregivers. Read More »

A second helping

Resident blogger Kathy Mears dishes on proper etiquette for extra food portions. Read More »

Re-examining CMS’ 5-star rating system

A new GAO report highlights why experts say the next addition to the Nursing Home Compare five-star ratings should be customer service. Read More »

Genesis, Kindred announce clinical partnership

Two of the largest post-acute care providers in the nation will collaborate to improve quality outcomes and care transitions across the continuum.  Read More »

The 4 disciplines of a strategic marketing plan

A varied and robust strategic marketing plan can help you tell your brand's story, engage consumers, educate clients and stay one step ahead of your competition. Read More »

NH matches residents with Valentine’s admirers

A nursing home is asking community members to be residents’ valentines. Read More »

Trump’s SCOTUS pick and ‘death with dignity’ legislation

Federal appeals court judge Neil Gorsuch is a well-known expert and author on the legal and ethical facets of euthanasia and physician-assisted suicide. If confirmed, will he kill the discussion on death with dignity? Read More »

Providers, Medicare renew battle over therapy services

Four years after the Jimmo court case, Medicare officials, providers and senior advocates still can't agree on how to handle ongoing therapy services for patients who aren't improving. Read More »