by Jane Adler | Sep 19, 2019 | Healthcare, NIC Conference, seniors housing
What separates the winners from the losers? The question took center stage at a panel discussion on skilled nursing at the recent 2019 NIC Fall Conference in Chicago. The panel included three industry experts and was moderated by NIC Senior Principal Bill...
by Jane Adler | Aug 13, 2019 | Healthcare, seniors housing
Health isn’t just determined by eating right, staying fit and getting regular check-ups. Evidence is growing that other factors—the social determinants of health—have a huge impact on well–being and healthcare outcomes. The social determinants of health...
by Jane Adler | Jul 18, 2019 | Healthcare, seniors housing
Home health and home care providers are often viewed as competition for the senior living industry. But collaboration with outside agencies can create a better resident experience and extend the length of stay. What follows is an interview with Sarah Walmsley,...
by Jane Adler | Jun 27, 2019 | Healthcare, seniors housing
A senior living provider in the Northwest forms partnerships with local healthcare groups to bring medical services to the residents’ doorstep. Imagine this scenario. A resident falls and breaks her arm. Instead of calling an ambulance to rush her to the hospital...
by Jane Adler | May 23, 2019 | Healthcare, medicare, seniors housing
What’s the best way to integrate healthcare services into seniors housing and care communities? Two basic approaches are emerging. Owners and operators are launching their own ancillary service lines, or they’re collaborating with established providers. And sometimes,...
