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The nation’s nursing home ombudsman programs would get a significant boost under legislation introduced this week.
July’s Care Compare refresh worsened survey scores for 60% of nursing homes thanks to a new Five-Star scoring methodology.
Tonie Stoen's determination and compassion for residents and staff earned her a recognition as a 2025 McKnight’s Women of Distinction Rising Star.
On a cold fall day sometime during the height of COVID, our family received the unexpected gift of new friendship. A lovely family made the bold ...
Nursing homes will see a 3.2% increase in their Medicare Part A payments next fiscal year, CMS announced late Thursday.
GeLynna Shaw is a driving force of innovation, impact and excellence for senior living and care provider LCS. Her leadership abilities, paired with a strong and evident compassion for others, have ...
Nursing homes are likely to see cuts to their Medicaid reimbursement rates soon, threatening not only patient services and workforce initiatives but also workers’ livelihoods, Sen. Bernie Sanders ...
A recent study reveals that many older adults with dementia may be entering nursing homes not because of medical necessity — but because key community services are not meeting their daily needs.
Emily Hanson believes that room for improvement always exists. As director of data analytics for the Alden Management Services provider group, her empirical findings help guide operations and improve ...
An updated interpretation as to who qualifies as a licensed speech-language pathologist could help some nursing home therapists get back to work.
I remember stumbling through my first college philosophy class when the professor asked if anyone knew Socrates’ most famous saying.
Doreen Kelley is known for elevating those around her, investing in meaningful and, often, unseen acts, and building genuine relationships.