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Nursing care occupancy remains near cyclical low
Nursing care occupancy rose for the second consecutive quarter, although it remains near its cyclical low, according to…
Projects Read MoreNegotiating with a hospital: Preparing the pitch
Hospitals everywhere need you (even though they may not fully understand you).But make no mistake: they do need…
Projects Read MoreExploring evidence-based and green design in long-term care
Like some critics' reaction to climate change, there are those within the field of aging who would rather…
Projects Read MoreCMS proposes lower Part D deductibles, slashed insurer payments for Medicare Advantage plans
For the first time, seniors will see their Medicare Part D out-of-pocket costs go down. But government payments…
News Read MoreJAMA: Delayed hospice transitions undermine palliative care services
Medical advancements in end-of-life care have done plenty to postpone the day when the physician will say, “there’s…
News Read MoreLTC industry faces cascade of spending cuts; thousands of jobs in jeopardy
Some $85 billion in across-the-board cuts in federal programs are expected to take place between March 1 and…
Projects Read MoreMaking friends in long-term care
When I came to this facility, I did not know quite what to think. I knew many residents…
Projects Read MorePope’s resignation puts spotlight on aging and ageism
The stunning news earlier this week that Pope Benedict XVI was stepping down as leader of the Catholic…
Projects Read MoreLong-Term Living takes break in observance of Presidents’ Day
Long-term Living will take a short break from news, articles, blogs and social media on February 18. We'll…
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