Many senior living executive directors are unaware of the important role distributors play in keeping their communities open and operating effectively. Here’s what you need to know.
Pharmacists can play key roles in improving health outcomes for at-risk seniors
By
Orsula Knowlton, PharmD, MBA
Apr 12, 2018
Pharmacists have three evolving roles as a result of the drive toward value-based care.
6 meds to handle with care
By
Suzanne Robotti
Jan 29, 2018
Older adults taking five or more medications per week, plus an aging body system, equals problems for home and senior living caregivers.
How big data affect how we care for seniors
By
Bryan Adams
Jun 29, 2017
Can big data affect how we care for seniors? The answer — both qualitatively and quantitatively — is yes. Here are three insights.
Six traits to look for when investing in senior living technology
By
Stephanie Grier, MS, ATC, CSCS
Jun 08, 2017
It’s a challenge to support the growing healthcare needs of a large population with more chronic illnesses while recognizing and respecting their desires for independence. Technology can help.
Opioid use among seniors: A growing concern
By
Suzanne Robotti
Sep 19, 2016
Prescription opioids have garnered much media attention in recent years in the United States as use and abuse of the pain medications continue to rise. But an important community of people is taking opioids,...
Using new technology to combat HAIs
By
Joe Crowley
Apr 08, 2015
Even when you do everything right, setbacks still regularly occur. One of the most prevalent and needless obstacles is failing to protect residents from healthcare-associated illnesses.