A long-awaited ban on menthol cigarettes has been delayed indefinitely, the Biden administration said Friday.
Tech-driven initiative aims to reduce falls among the elderly
By
John O'Connor
Apr 29, 2024
A technology-driven program that targets falls among older adults was recently unveiled by Connect America.
Database indicates regions with biggest staffing challenges
By
Josh Henreckson
Apr 29, 2024
Only 160 long-term care facilities — slightly more than 1% — consistently meet all requirements of the new federal staffing rule.
3 keys to selecting board members for nonprofits
By
Brandon Kastner
Apr 29, 2024
For nonprofit organizations, an effective board is one that helps the organization serve the mission in perpetuity. Here are three key factors that help the board successfully serve the mission of the...
Old age isn’t what it used to be
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 29, 2024
Results of a study released this past week show that over the years, people have changed their ideas about when “old age” begins, and it’s later than it used to be.
Bill aims to prevent Medicaid Access Rule implementation
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 29, 2024
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services would be prohibited from implementing the Medicaid Access Rule under a bill introduced last week in the House of Representatives.
Policy initiatives underway to lessen direct care workforce shortages
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 29, 2024
Direct care workforce shortages strain the healthcare system overall and affect access, quality and costs. Although no single answer to the issue exists, several policy initiatives and solutions underway...
Dementia training for first responders required by new Virginia law
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 29, 2024
First responders in Virginia now will be required to undergo training to improve their professional interactions with people living with dementia, as well as their caregivers.
As executive director of Porter Place, an Anthem Memory Care community, Colleen Kamin watched residents suddenly become isolated and sink into a dangerous lethargy during the early days of the pandemic.
Marianne Longo has been the chief clinical officer for care coordination, at Help at Home for less than a year, but she’s already made an indelible mark on the company’s program.