CMS needs to improve handling of beneficiary data, GAO says
By
John O'Connor
May 13, 2018
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services needs to improve how it handles shared beneficiary data, according to the Government Accountability Office.
What did the resident want? Let’s check the video
By
John O'Connor
Dec 12, 2017
More senior living residents are using video to document their end-of-life care wishes. Experts agree that these videos can help bring clarity to a subject that is often buried in confusion and doubt.
Coming soon to your community: cyberattacks
By
John O'Connor
Jun 12, 2017
Senior living operators and other health providers are under increased risk for cyberattacks that could threaten residents, several lawmakers suggested at a recent House hearing
Cognitive screening that takes 5 minutes?
By
John O'Connor
Dec 06, 2016
Neurotrack Technologies has announced the unveiling of an app that can conduct cognitive decline screenings in as little as five minutes.
These 7 tech tools could make a difference
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2016
Technologic advances are reshaping the way all Americans live. A recent story in U.S. News & World Report singled out seven advances that will specifically affect seniors.
Fitbits can be used to determine residents’ physical activity levels
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2016
A Fitbit activity monitoring device can be used to measure how physically active your residents are, a new study suggests.