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Obama promises $156 million to fight Alzheimer’s, support caregivers
The Obama administration is spending $130 million now through 2013 to fund research into Alzheimer’s disease, the Department…
News Read MoreHelping families hold on to loved ones with Alzheimer’s
As most caregivers in LTC settings know, caring for residents with dementias is complex and challenging. The path…
Projects Read More‘Active agers’ drive new design model
Often, basic approaches in architecture and interior design develop incrementally in a given sector—with changes barely perceptible over…
Trends Read MoreMost states to see Medicaid matching rates decline in 2014
Between 29 and 32 states are projected to experience Medicaid funding declines under recalculation of the Federal Medical…
News Read MoreU.S. News & World Report releases Best Nursing Homes 2012
U.S. News & World Report today released its annual Best Nursing Homes ratings, recognizing top-rated nursing homes based…
News Read MorePoll: Most voters oppose reducing Medicare funding for SNF care
A new bipartisan survey of American voters finds hefty opposition to reducing Medicare funding for nursing homes, which…
News Read MoreLTPAC providers need revamped performance measurement to improve quality
Long-term and post-acute care (LTPAC) providers should adhere to a coordinated performance measurement that promotes quality improvement across…
News Read MoreNursing care properties bound by consistency
Recently released data from NIC MAP shows a continuation of existing trends in nursing care properties, as occupancy…
Projects Read MoreWandering residents and sleepless nights
I was sleeping soundly Monday night when Maria (pseudonym) pushed her wheelchair through my door. She is mentally…
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