‘Time to move on’ from healthcare reform, or is it?
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jul 30, 2017
Provider groups applauded Friday’s early-morning failure of the Senate’s effort to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. Some in the federal government, however, later suggested that...
Brookdale Senior Living, Ventas, Diversified Healthcare Trust, Healthcare Realty Trust and Enhabit shared first-quarter financial results with shareholders on Tuesday.
Save on entry fee for 2024 McKnight’s Pinnacle Awards through tomorrow
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 19, 2023
The standard nomination deadline for the McKnight’s Pinnacle Awards is tomorrow, Oct. 20. Nominators can benefit from a reduced entry fee by submitting their entries before midnight.
Worker shortage leads to move-in freezes, visitation limits at some long-term facilities
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jun 01, 2021
Pandemic burnout coupled with competition from government unemployment benefits are being linked to staffing shortages across the country. In long-term care, the employee shortage is a top concern after...
McKnight’s announces new Pinnacle Awards program to recognize industry veterans
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 03, 2022
The awards will recognize industry veterans who are setting new standards, driving change, providing guidance and inspiring others in the industry.
Five Star CEO: Restructuring on track to close Jan. 1
By
Lois A. Bowers
Nov 07, 2019
The transaction to restructure Five Star Senior Living’s business relationship with Senior Housing Properties Trust remains on track to close on Jan. 1, Five Star CEO Katie Potter said Wednesday. In...
These jewels are priceless: ‘Smart’ earrings and necklaces could monitor seniors’ stress and heart...
By
Aaron Dorman
Feb 09, 2024
New wireless wearable tech, similar to what goes into a smartwatch, has been adapted for a “thermal earring” that monitors body temperature.
Chicago Methodist, Bickford earn Gold in McKnight’s Technology Awards
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 04, 2018
Communities that use a virtual reality staff training program and a unified nurse call and wander management system are the Gold winners of the Innovator of the Year and Safety categories, respectively,...
Nominations open for 2024 Pinnacle Awards program to recognize industry veterans
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 13, 2023
Nominations are now open for the second annual McKnight’s Pinnacle Awards program, recognizing industry veterans who are setting new standards, driving change, providing guidance and inspiring others...
Pinnacle Awards standard nomination deadline a week away
By
Lois A. Bowers
Oct 13, 2023
The standard nomination deadline for the McKnight’s Pinnacle Awards is Friday, Oct. 20 — a week away.