SNF referral rejection rate at 88 percent due to staffing issues: report
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 02, 2022
Referrals from hospitals to skilled nursing facilities are increasing, but by the first quarter of this year, the rate of referral rejection among SNFs had climbed to 88%, primarily due to diminished staff...
Assisted living rate increase grows 4.65 percent — more than skilled nursing but less than home care
By
Lois A. Bowers
Feb 17, 2022
The annual median rate in assisted living increased nationally by 4.65% in 2021, according to the results of Genworth’s 18th annual Cost of Care Survey, released Wednesday.
Senior living trends, challenges to watch in 2022
By
Lynne Moore
Feb 07, 2022
After two years, the pandemic still is with us, and operators continue to deal with challenges, including availability of staffing/turnover, higher labor costs, increased operating expenses and inflation.
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Oct 14, 2021
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When it comes to understanding slips, don’t fall for the myths, home care expert says
By
Caroline Szachnowski
Sep 27, 2021
Many people dismiss falls as a normal part of aging. That couldn’t be further from the truth, according to Stephanie Wierzbicka, manager of strategic health programs at ComForCare, an Illinois-based...
Falls prevention in home health: How to make a difference for your business and patients
By
Jennifer Burks
Sep 23, 2021
September is National Falls Prevention Month and an excellent opportunity for home-based healthcare professionals to examine their current falls prevention programs.
As wheelchair-bound therapist, I understand value of PACE for seniors, family caregivers
By
Alyssa Armstrong
Sep 21, 2021
I have dedicated my career to giving people their independence back.
HHS to disburse $25.5B in COVID-19 relief funding
By
Liza Berger
Sep 10, 2021
Home care providers soon may be able to take advantage of a new round of COVID-19 relief funding. The Department of Health and Human Services disclosed Friday that $25.5 billion will be available on Sept....
U.S. News contemplates best of home care
By
Lois A. Bowers
Sep 09, 2021
U.S. News & World Report expands its presence in long-term care with the Monday launch of a new program, “Best Senior Living,” for independent living, assisted living, memory care and continuing care...
Overcoming barriers to palliative care among culturally diverse communities
By
Terri Maxwell, Ph.D.
Sep 09, 2021
Despite the many benefits of palliative care for seriously ill people and their families, deeply held cultural traditions and beliefs of some racial and ethnic groups impact the adoption and utilization...