New law adds disclosure requirement for memory care providers
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 21, 2021
A new law in Texas requires memory care providers to make a new disclosure, but it won’t mean big changes for the sector, according to a senior living association expert.
GAO reports blasts use of antipsychotics
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2015
Reports of excessive antipsychotics’ use in nursing homes have circulated for years.
More news for Wednesday, Sept. 21
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 21, 2022
Bill would protect long-term care residents from neglect, isolation … Falls Free CheckUp online tool helps older adults check fall risk … Feeding tubes associated with pneumonia increase for people...
Home Care briefs for Monday, June 7
By
Diane Eastabrook
Jun 07, 2021
Michigan nonprofit will use assisted reality device for homebound dementia patients … Wearable device could prevent falls among seniors … Synergy HomeCare named top-selling franchisor … BrightStar...
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Trump’s Supreme Court pick may mean trouble for CMS, healthcare regs … Senate Republicans approve Price for HHS post … The link between sleep and cognitive impairment in elderly …...
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Meals On Wheels wants to play a bigger role in health care … Safest cities for senior housing that won’t break the bank … PBS to premiere Alzheimer’s documentary Jan. 25 …...
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Feb 21, 2023
Report offers insights in making LTC affordable … Details in senior living poisoning death released; Attorney general will decide if Atria will face charges … Scientists ID promising new anti-aging...
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May 31, 2017
Mobility aids may increase fall risk for those with dementia … Handwashing: Cool water as effective as hot for removing germs … Infection with seasonal flu may increase risk of developing Parkinson’s...
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Dec 02, 2022
Bill targets reform of CMS drug coverage authority in wake of aducanumab decision … FCC moves to improve affordable connectivity program for HUD residents … Partnership launches cybersecurity hub,...
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Program employs a handyman to upgrade low-income seniors’ health … Startup wants to be Airbnb for assisted living … NIH award expands landmark Alzheimer’s biomarker study …...