Are filters and germicidal lights actually useful? New study hopes to clear the air about them
By
Kristen Fischer
Aaron Dorman
Nov 21, 2023
A new study says air filtration systems can’t stop people from getting viral infections, according to new research.
More news for Monday, Nov. 6
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Nov 06, 2023
Maplewood robot pilot program aims to increase access, care quality … HUD funding bill passes Senate, faces cuts in House … DOL to offer webinar to help Southeast long-term care employers reduce wage...
Access to health benefits, retirement plans still out of reach for some workers: reports
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Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Nov 03, 2023
Although access to employer-provided health benefits has grown in many workplaces, depending on establishment size and other factors, some workers still are left out, according to new reports.
New study shines a light on negative side-effects of certain UV light systems used in senior living
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Aaron Dorman
Oct 26, 2023
There is growing concern that even lower-level UV systems could produce harmful oxide compounds in the air, such as ozone, a new study shows.
$35,000 sign-on bonuses offered for RNs in Bassett Healthcare Network
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Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Oct 04, 2023
Cooperstown, NY-based Bassett Healthcare, which includes two skilled nursing facilities and an enriched housing/assisted living residence, is upping the ante for 90 days to attract workers.
Federal interventions needed to support immigrants, a solution to workforce shortages: report
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Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Sep 28, 2023
Federal-level policy interventions, such as providing work authorizations and pathways to citizenship, are needed to better support immigrant direct care workers and address workforce shortages, according...
Adoption of robotics, analytics growing among largest senior care organizations, annual report shows
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Aaron Dorman
Sep 26, 2023
An annual report on the 200 largest senior care organizations shows wider adoption of advance analytics tools than ever before.
Supply of Moxi robots within healthcare to grow following $25M boost
By
Aaron Dorman
Sep 26, 2023
Developers of a healthcare robot, Moxi, plan to expand their reach thanks to $25 million in new funding.
Senior living a growth area for LeadingAge Ziegler 200 not-for-profit providers
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 25, 2023
National Senior Communities in Washington, DC, retained its top spot for the eighth consecutive year on the 2023 LeadingAge Ziegler 200 list of largest not-for-profit multi-site senior living and care...
Get more direct input from seniors for tech aimed at them, researcher argues
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Aaron Dorman
Sep 13, 2023
Technology aimed at seniors could use more input from seniors themselves, developers of a new app, “Let’s Talk Tech,” argue.