Low-cost wearable sensors may lead to better Parkinson’s care
By
John O'Connor
Apr 17, 2024
For those with Parkinson’s disease, low-cost, wearable sensors could improve care access, a new study finds. To have their symptoms monitored, such patients must periodically undergo assessment to have...
Researchers harness tech tools to better understand and determine brain aging
By
John O'Connor
Apr 17, 2024
University of Florida researchers have shown how common clinical brain MRIs can be harnessed to better understand the body’s inner workings. This breakthrough could lead to earlier detection of cognitive...
Bill promises ‘generational investment’ in senior living and care workforce
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 17, 2024
Proposed federal legislation would make a “generational investment” in the senior living and care workforce at a time when the aging population is growing exponentially and an increasing number of...
Who could have seen this correction coming?
By
John O'Connor
Apr 17, 2024
When it comes to the bottom line, more than a few senior living operators now find themselves hitting rock bottom.
Lawmakers pump brakes on proposed HCBS funding boost
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Apr 17, 2024
Senior living providers in Wisconsin are asking lawmakers to act on a proposal to take advantage of a “once-in-a-lifetime” funding opportunity for its Medicaid home- and community-based services programs.
Community says ‘yes’ to the dress (display)
By
Foster Stubbs
Apr 17, 2024
Good Samaritan Society–Water Valley Senior Living Resort recently created a display of wedding dresses from residents. Find out more and learn how to submit your photos!
Rate growth slows for SNFs, home care
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Apr 17, 2024
Rates for both nursing home care and home healthcare grew more slowly in March than in February, according to Altarum’s monthly Health Sector Economic Indicators brief, released Tuesday.
Discovery Senior Living launches new management company
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Apr 17, 2024
Bonita Springs, FL-based Discovery Senior Living has launched Discovery Management Group, or DMG, an internal restructuring that integrates existing and newly transitioned nationally branded communities...
Business briefs, April 17
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Apr 17, 2024
Bill promises ‘generational investment’ to support LTC workforce … Medicaid Access Rule a step closer to being finalized … Proposed information collection tool mean to help people recover ‘lost’...
Actions & Transactions, April 17
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Apr 17, 2024
$37.8M construction underway for Vive Bene active adult community in St. Louis … Fortbright Bank arranges financing for 2 Midwest assisted living communities, 2 Southeast SNFs … MorningStar Senior...