As healthcare systems brace for an escalating nursing shortage, the industry faces critical staffing challenges in the decade ahead. The ... Read More »
Resident aggression is a common challenge in residential senior care communities, but it’s particularly prevalent in residential memory c... Read More »
Emory Integrated Memory Care in Atlanta is one of nearly 400 participants to participate in a new Medicare alternative payment model as p... Read More »
Food service professionals are vital to the success of senior care communities. They not only ensure a quality dining experience, but the... Read More »
A diverse workforce brings many advantages to senior care communities, including enhanced creativity and innovation, varied perspectives,... Read More »
Falls are a significant risk in senior care communities, with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reporting that more th... Read More »
The impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on nursing homes, their residents, and staff drew attention to the staffing shortages the industry h... Read More »
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) play a crucial role in delivering personalized and compassionate care to elderly residents. Adequate ... Read More »
Senior care communities spend a great deal of energy focused on resident safety, but one key element of resident safety that is often ove... Read More »
Elder abuse in nursing homes is a deeply troubling issue that poses a serious threat to the safety and well-being of residents. In June 2... Read More »
Internship programs provide a valuable opportunity for young people to explore potential career paths, acquire hands-on experience, and e... Read More »
The new social determinants of health (SDOH) items that are being added to the MDS effective Oct. 1, 2023, can be shocking to nurse asses... Read More »
Part 2 of a 2-part series on marketing and admissions risks in senior care settings. Understanding marketing and admissions risks is esse... Read More »
ArchCare, the Archdiocese of New York’s healthcare system that cares for more than 10,000 seniors, the poor, and persons with special nee... Read More »
The use of telemedicine in senior care settings accelerated during the pandemic, and we’re still understanding the various benefits and w... Read More »
Previously, we examined how staffing shortages are impacting the recruitment and staffing processes for senior care communities. We also ... Read More »
The senior care industry faces unprecedented staffing shortages, making recruiting, hiring, and staff management all the more challenging... Read More »
The Alzheimer’s Association has released the 2023 edition of its annual Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report, drawing attention t... Read More »
Cleaning is an essential part of a senior care facility’s daily operations, and it plays multiple critical roles. The pandemic highlighte... Read More »
Staff training is essential to ensure that you’re able to provide residents with quality care. While staff might complete training sessio... Read More »
Food preparation and service are integral aspects of senior care settings. In addition to challenges such as providing a varied and appea... Read More »
In January 2023, the Parkinson’s Foundation announced the Community Partners in Parkinson’s Care Program. The program is designed to prov... Read More »
Effective marketing strategies are key to building a senior care organization’s brand. By following marketing best practices, an organiza... Read More »
In the Dec. 13, 2022, Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) call and slide set (beginning on slide 44), the Centers for Di... Read More »
The pandemic and the nursing shortage have highlighted the changing priorities and desires of health care staff. To attract and retain st... Read More »
The past few years have been especially trying for senior care residents, but even pre-pandemic, resident emotional wellness was a signif... Read More »
With more and more employees seeking flexibility in their work arrangements, many senior living communities have sought ways to provide that flexibility. Read More »
