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My Hospice Notebook
I wish we heard more about hospice and palliative care. You know, the end-of-life stage, the “last stop…
Trends Read MoreIn times of emergency—respond!
Those given the privilege and responsibility of providing care as well as other services to the frail and…
Projects Read MoreCDC: ‘Nightmare’ bacteria found in 18 percent of nursing homes
On March 5, health officials from the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) revealed that the bacteria…
News Read MorePublic outrage over CPR incident raises questions for LTC providers
Rushing to get ready for work Monday morning and half listening to The Today Show’s news update, I…
Projects Read MoreAT&T designs automated mobile falls management system
When an older person falls, it’s crucial to call caregivers immediately. But what if the caregiver could call…
News Read MoreMarch 2013 CE Test
Continuing Education Test #181 Based on Long-Term Living March 2013How to Use the ACHCA Continuing Education Test
Projects Read MoreOne-on-one with… Peter Reed
In 1977, a group of long-term care visionaries representing many disciplines and stakeholders met to create a movement…
Trends Read MoreStriking SNF workers are back on the job in Conn.
The strike is over at New Jersey-based HealthBridge Management and SNF workers are back on the job today…
News Read MoreNana and a belief in informatics within the nursing home
Nana, the name I call my grandmother, has been in a nursing home for several years. Truth be…
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