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When a resident couple’s romance ends
Madeline (pseudonym) is in her 50s and has lived here for over a year. Yesterday, she moved to…
Projects Read MoreThe promise and practice of telemedicine in long-term care
Some say telemedicine will play a critical role in the U.S. healthcare system’s progression and in improving outcomes…
Projects Read More2012 is the year of technology for LTPAC
I am writing this blog while waiting to catch a plane after attending 2 weeks of meetings. Here’s…
Projects Read More8 budget-friendly tips for renovating your LTC facility
When it comes to renovation, it’s important to carefully plan for both the look and feel and the…
Trends Read MoreCancer drug ‘quickly reverses’ Alzheimer’s symptoms
Alzheimer’s disease may have met its match. Neuroscientists at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland…
News Read MoreSalary survey: LTC directors of information technology
Information technology is on its way to becoming the hottest topic in long-term and post-acute care—if it can…
Projects Read MoreHow to maximize reimbursement in turbulent times
Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) are experiencing monumental change. RUG-IV refinements have reoriented reimbursement for Medicare-covered services with significant…
Projects Read MoreTwo sides of the elderspeak fence
Recently syndicated columnist “Dear Abby” printed a letter decrying the inappropriateness of addressing residents as “Granny,” “Dear” or…
Projects Read MoreConsumer Watchdog sues insurance company for allegedly cheating LTC policyholders
A health insurance company may not be honoring the long-term care policies of Californians, according to a new…
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