Remote access technologies expose home care firms to cybersecurity vulnerabilities, experts say
By
Adam Healy
Apr 23, 2024
To make sure data do not fall into the wrong hands, providers need to stay current on the latest cybersecurity practices.
Continuing telehealth flexibilities is worth the cost, researchers say
By
Adam Healy
Apr 23, 2024
While continuing telehealth flexibilities may bring additional costs for providers and taxpayers, the benefits are worth the price, researchers said.
Medicaid Access Rule shortcomings could decrease access to care, industry advocates say
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 23, 2024
No guarantee exists that a final rule that the federal government promoted as increasing transparency in Medicaid payments and improving wages for direct care workers will accomplish either goal, senior...
Apparent strengthening demand in senior living validates resident rate hikes: expert
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 23, 2024
For senior living operators on the fence about implementing resident rate increases, a new rate report from a senior housing data analytics company reveals positive signals indicating strengthening demand.
Federal nursing home staffing mandate will siphon workers from senior living, groups fear
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 23, 2024
A federal nursing home staffing mandate will siphon workers from assisted living and other long-term care settings, in the long run limiting access to care and services, according to senior living experts...
More news for Tuesday, April 23
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 23, 2024
Employer groups ask court to vacate independent contractor rule … Fire at SC assisted living facility displaces 52 assisted living residents; staff credited with safe evacuation … Police investigating...
People in the news, April 23
Apr 23, 2024
Appointments, promotions and other news at Aviva Senior Living, Benchmark Senior Living, Bridge Senior Living, Caring, Covenant Living Communities and Services, Juniper Communities, The Kendal Corporation,...
Employer groups ask court to vacate independent contractor rule
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Apr 23, 2024
After launching a campaign last month to try to overturn the Labor Department’s independent contractor rule, employer groups led by the Coalition for Workforce Innovation took the matter to court last...
Newest Experience Senior Living communities will serve certified all-organic menu
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Apr 23, 2024
Denver-based Experienced Senior Living’s new brand, the Reserve Collection, is set to launch early next year with plans to offer certified organic vegetables, proteins and certain beverages, the company...
RMR Group relays progress toward ESG goals
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Apr 23, 2024
The RMR Group of Newton, MA, which provides management services for senior living operator AlerisLife and real estate investment trust Diversified Healthcare Trust, made progress last year toward reaching...