Laws shielding healthcare professionals seeking mental health services could lead to protections in senior...
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 29, 2024
Although new laws in Georgia that create so-called safe-haven programs to protect healthcare professionals who seek mental health services are geared mainly toward physicians and nurses, backers say that...
Study finds relationship between activities, loneliness, cognitive function
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 30, 2024
Leisure activities may play a significant role in the relationship between loneliness and cognitive functions in older adults, according to the results of a new study.
‘Booming’ assisted living industry places increasing burden on long-term care ombudsman programs,...
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 28, 2024
A “booming” assisted living industry is placing a burden on state long-term care ombudsman programs, which are stretching their resources to cover those extra units without any additional staffing...
Labor costs, federal scrutiny create distress in senior living and care
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
May 30, 2024
The major challenges and opportunities facing senior living and care providers include bankruptcy filings, scrutiny of private equity involvement and antitrust concerns in deals.