Also in the News for Wednesday, Sept. 12
Ohio senior care provider announces massive email hack that risks the personal information of thousands ... Survey: Investor interest in skilled nursing holds steady, with operating costs a key concern ... House committee moves forward bill aimed at improving long-term care for seniors at home
Skilled nursing facilities prep for Florence; up to 30 inches of rain expected in some areas
Nursing homes on the East Coast are in overdrive this week, as they prepare for an "extremely dangerous" hurricane, expected to result in catastrophic flooding across the Eastern seaboard.
Medicare underpaying for those with functional limitations: GAO
The federal government may be underpaying for Medicare Advantage beneficiaries with functional limitations, a new analysis finds.
FDA issues new recommendations on feeding tube use
Providers should take extra precautions when using feeding tubes, according to new guidance from the Food and Drug Administration.
Atrium Health appoints receiver to oversee 33 facilities in Wisconsin, Michigan
A struggling senior care operator has placed 33 facilities into receivership, following a Wisconsin court order.
Montessori methods may improve care nursing homes: Study
A graduate student is testing out methods made popular in early childhood learning, hoping to improve dementia care for nursing home residents.
CCRC occupancy strong as construction pipeline continues to expand, analysis finds
A new report paints a rosy picture for continuing care retirement communities this year, with occupancy staying strong and construction numbers increasing steadily.
Also in the News for Tuesday, Sept. 11
Family sues nursing home, ambulance company after resident dropped off at wrong home, leading to his death ... Setting goals and better engaging may help reduce memory decline in older blacks, who have a higher rate of dementia ... One in four seniors prescribed benzos continues on to riskier long-term use
At one-year mark past Hurricane Irma, many nursing homes still scrambling to meet rules
Almost a year after Hurricane Irma slammed the state of Florida, many nursing homes are still working to comply with emergency power rules.
