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January/February 2013 CE Test
Continuing Education Test #180 Based on Long-Term Living January/February 2013How to Use the ACHCA Continuing Education Test
Projects Read MoreFall management program reduces falls by 53 percent
Whether the older adult lives at home or in a long-term care community, staying active is one of…
Projects Read MoreBrain pacemakers offer promise to treat Alzheimer’s
In October 2012, a woman with Alzheimer’s disease was implanted with a brain pacemaker. The procedure, which was…
News Read MoreSkilled or unskilled nursing: Feds ramp up investigations, prosecutions
“The lack of supervision and monitoring of the residents is a serious safety concern.” “Due to the facility’s…
Projects Read MoreStudy suggests hearing loss may link to cognitive deficits
A new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine, suggests that hearing loss can lead to accelerated cognitive deficits.…
News Read MoreIt’s all in the design: A preview of the 2013 Environments for Aging Conference
“Design must reflect the practical and aesthetic in business, but above all...good design must primarily serve people.” –Thomas…
Projects Read More3 Changes That Have A Big Impact On LTC Staff
Could this be the year to address perennial problems plaguing your senior living organization?
Projects Read MoreStudy: Online doctor consults can be as effective as office visits
A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) suggests that some online visits to…
News Read MorePresident Obama mentions Medicare and Medicaid in his second inaugural speech
In a speech with a strong focus on unity among Americans and with a heavy emphasis on social…
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