Why you should fear Medicaid block grants
Well gang, it’s that special time of the year when the president delivers a wish-list budget that gives red meat to the base — and heartburn to just about everyone else.
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This industry has a wealth of talent
McKnight’s Senior Living and McKnight’s Long-Term Care News will be announcing the recipients of our inaugural Women of Distinction awards this week.
Come for the flu shot, stay for the cognitive screening
Less than a third of older adults have ever been assessed for cognitive problems, and only 16% undergo routine cognitive assessments during normal health checkups. So how do we go about the difficult task of getting more people checked out?
Another change to serve long-term care providers and consumers
A recent move by LeadingAge and the Visiting Nurse Associations of America / ElevatingHOME is another example of how the aging services field is adapting to meet the needs of those served.
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Ways to reduce use of antipsychotic drugs in senior living
How we care for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias as the disease progresses, and the management of the behaviors associated with this progression, are issues of growing concern.
Technology’s role in curbing the runaway cycle of hospital readmissions
Advanced technologies can help turn the tide for senior care providers in reducing readmissions, creating efficiencies throughout the care cycle, and delivering better care – anytime, anywhere.
10 essential design approaches to prevent resident falls in senior living
Form and function can be blended to achieve a welcoming and secure senior living community.
It’s time we integrate medical care into assisted living
We’re at an inflection point for the integration of healthcare into assisted living. It’s time to stop talking and start doing something thoughtfully and intentionally.
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Tips to share with prospective residents about paying for senior living
As families and individuals consider a transition to senior living, they may be searching for ways to afford a high-quality place to live. Here are some questions they might have, and answers you might provide.
Biofilms pose a serious health risk; here’s how to combat them
Biofilms can develop in any facility, but in a senior living community, they can pose a serious health risk. The elimination of biofilm has three components.
The importance of safeguarding older adults in emergencies
It is our duty to care for our most valuable resource. Florida and California are setting the pace for the rest of the country to follow.
Answering prospects’ big questions about affording assisted living
Whether you work in marketing or admissions at an assisted living community, it’s crucial to understand the challenges families face when it comes to paying for care and services.
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