Jen Carsen |
May 12, 2020 IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
May 11, 2020 COVID-19 has brought fear, uncertainty, and stress, but facilities can not only keep residents reassured, but also their families.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
May 7, 2020 In addition to making sure that staff have the PPE and resources they need to work safely during this pandemic, facilities also need to make sure that staff’s mental health needs are met.
Read More »
Jen Carsen |
May 5, 2020 IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
May 4, 2020 Social isolation can be stressful and lonely, so the more creative ways that facilities can find to keep seniors safely involved, the better.
Read More »
Jen Carsen |
May 1, 2020 In a statement issued April 30th, President Trump reiterated his support for the nation's seniors and announced new COVID-related protection measures.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
April 30, 2020 Prompt, clear communication can help senior care facilities maintain public trust, keep residents up to date, and keep staff informed.
Read More »
Jen Carsen |
April 30, 2020 IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
April 27, 2020 With COVID-19 social distancing restrictions, many senior living facilities face the challenge of needing to find new ways to keep seniors active.
Read More » Long Term Care (LTC) facilities experience unique security challenges, including access and egress control, relating to patients with dementia-related conditions.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
April 21, 2020 The training and experience a new hire receives during their first days at your senior care facility can set the tone for their employment.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
April 14, 2020 Investing in new hires can be expensive and time-consuming, and employee turnover can become a major expense.
Read More »
Jen Carsen |
April 13, 2020 IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
Read More »
Jen Carsen |
April 10, 2020 IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
April 9, 2020 High turnover rates can have a significant effect on staff-resident relationships - learn how to mitigate that problem.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
April 8, 2020 Engaged staff who are passionate about their work can make a tremendous difference in resident happiness and health.
Read More »
Jen Carsen |
April 8, 2020 IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
Read More »
Caralyn Davis |
April 7, 2020 Staff at skilled nursing facilities and other senior care facilities risk serious illness if infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19.
Read More »
Jen Carsen |
April 6, 2020 IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
Read More »
Jen Carsen |
April 3, 2020 IASC's periodic roundup of coronavirus-related news of interest to senior care leaders.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
April 2, 2020 Even with careful planning, senior care facilities can still experience short-staffing periods that make it difficult to cover all shifts.
Read More » The Institute for the Advancement of Senior Care and its leading media brand, i Advance Senior Care, are conducting surveys to uncover COVID-19’s current impact on senior care and long-term care facilities in the United States. The results of the initial survey are now available.
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
March 26, 2020 Guidelines for preventing COVID-19 and managing coronavirus infection in senior care facilities are rapidly evolving. Read on for the latest.
Read More » Navigating sickness and death is difficult for anyone. Your senior care facility will play an important role in helping families through this period.
Read More » As a senior care leader, prescribing or distributing medications, it’s critical to know the latest pharma recalls and modified warning labels
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
March 18, 2020 Social distancing is challenging in a senior care facility. Here we share expert advice for social distancing at meals and with visitors
Read More »
Paige Cerulli |
March 12, 2020 Medication management challenges senior care facilities. Explore pharmacy solutions including medication therapy management and formulary management.
Read More » The rapid worldwide spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) is obviously of great concern to long-term care facilities. As with most things, however, preparation is preferable to panic, and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) have released new guidance that should help with these efforts.
Read More »
Jon Forknell |
March 2, 2020 To reduce nurse burnout and improve patient care, SNFs and other senior care facilities are implementing scheduling software, helping ensure proper nurse-to-patient ratios.
Read More »