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Aging well or just aging: The rockers of my youth
I was one of the estimated 50 million people who watched the “12-12-12” concert for…
How occupational therapists influence LTC design decisions
Kerrie Ramsdell is on a quest to change the way people think about occupational therapists,…
Redecorate with 2013’s forecasted “hot” colors
It’s time to file the old year away and to make plans for a successful…
Holiday cheer
I have wanted to do something special for the residents for Christmas. But it is…
Top 10 LTC news stories of 2012
The long-term care industry was buffeted by forceful winds of change in 2012. Regulatory, political,…
When high-tech meets low-tech
I’d like to say upfront that this blog is 100% inspired by this week’s Institutes…
IOM’s “Fostering Independence and Healthy Aging Through Technology” conference
Technology doesn’t have to be from outer space to be exciting, as long as the…
Are SNFs causing their own headaches?
Two reports from the feds could combine to cause a throbbing headache for executives of…
5 tips for increasing LTC resident pay and reducing collections
Long-term care facilities provide a much-needed service to many residents. While the business purpose is…
Providing shelter in the storm
One of the more compelling stories that came out of Superstorm Sandy in late October…
Tragedy in Connecticut reinforces need to protect vulnerable populations
The absolute horror of the mass shooting at the Sandy Hook School in Newtown, Conn.,…
Staying in style in LTC
The facility that I live in does not have a beauty salon. However, we do…








