A trend has been developing over the past decade or so involving hospitals discharging seniors sooner to skilled nursing centers, and an increase in high acuity or medically complex residents.…
Author: Dr. Jim Collins
Becoming an Engaged Employee
There’s a new trending topic in health care and senior living communities across the United States and it’s called “Employee Engagement”. Many workplaces want more of it and are trying…
Developing Employees into Leaders
Grooming today’s employees into tomorrow’s leaders is a smart practice in today’s workplace. Many leaders know that one of their main roles is to impart what they know into their…
Alzheimer’s Disease and Virtual Reality
A few short years ago, no one would put these words together in a sentence, but amazingly, we can today. According to some researchers, virtual reality may be more effective…
Leadership Trends
Smart leaders know they have to pay attention to both trends and predictions in their industry. Society, culture and business are all changing at a rapid pace, so it’s important…
Common Infections in Senior Care
Older adults are particularly vulnerable to several types of infections, and those with cognitive impairment or live in senior care, may be at an even greater risk. Infections can cause…