Provider associations advise residents to consult with doctors in wake of health officials’ stance...
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 17, 2024
Senior living providers in Florida are advising their residents, particularly those with underlying health conditions, to consult their own doctors before making a decision about COVID-19 vaccination,...
More news for Wednesday, Sept. 11
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 11, 2024
Falling for financial scams might be early Alzheimer’s signal … New Mexico did not ensure attendants were qualified to provide personal care services: HHS OIG … Assisted living business director...
Increasing accountability, improving regulation standards focus of Delaware bill package
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Aug 07, 2024
New laws in Delaware aim to increase accountability and improve regulatory standards in assisted living communities and nursing homes.
Minimum fee schedule announcement for HCBS a ‘lifeline’ for assisted living providers
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Aug 06, 2024
After years of working with state policymakers to address workforce challenges, senior living organizations in Wisconsin said they are encouraged by the announcement of a minimum fee schedule for home-...
New laws prioritize support for residents living with dementia
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jul 25, 2024
Several states are moving forward with laws and initiatives to support people with dementia and their caregivers.
Proposed long-term care oversight package brings mixed bag for assisted living
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jul 24, 2024
Legislation aiming to improve quality and oversight of senior living communities and nursing homes in Massachusetts being seen as a mixed bag by one assisted living association.
‘We’re very excited about this.’ Medicaid rate increase fuels interest from assisted living providers,...
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Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jul 09, 2024
A “significant” bump in Ohio’s assisted living waiver rate isn’t just enticing existing operators to provide services to low-income older adults; it’s also attracting developers that want a piece...