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February 9
Two sides of the elderspeak fence
Recently syndicated columnist “Dear Abby” printed a letter decrying the inappropriateness of addressing residents as…
February 8
A plea to new senior living developers: Budget for furniture!
I have been privy to recent interior design discussions that ask the question, "Do we…
February 8
A nursing home’s ‘secret’ to making list of ‘Best Nursing Homes’
U.S. News & World Report yesterday released its annual Best Nursing Home Ratings. Top ranked…
February 8
Helping families hold on to loved ones with Alzheimer’s
As most caregivers in LTC settings know, caring for residents with dementias is complex and…
February 6
Nursing care properties bound by consistency
Recently released data from NIC MAP shows a continuation of existing trends in nursing care…
February 6
Wandering residents and sleepless nights
I was sleeping soundly Monday night when Maria (pseudonym) pushed her wheelchair through my door.…
February 3
How to send positive messages to residents and families
Many LTC providers mistakenly believe that they have given great customer service when they successfully…
February 2
Does your building have an unsafe ‘open door’ policy?
Periodically I receive newsletters from a number of LTC organizations I have covered. Recently, I…
February 2
Head, shoulders, knees, toes: A focus on mobility
Residents whose conditions require physical and/or occupational therapy receive special care plans targeted to improving…
February 2
The impact of ‘never events’ on post-acute care
Post-acute providers, including nursing homes, assisted living facilities and continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs) need…
February 1
Are we meeting the needs of LGBT seniors?
Perhaps you have seen the movie, Gen Silent, which has played in numerous cities around…
February 1
Senses respond to aromatherapy
Recently, I visited a beautiful Asian-influenced boutique hotel that was artfully appointed with modern furnishings…
